EMILY SPENCER
Sour Lake,Texas
Summary
Dedicated and committed to empowering diverse populations through evidence-based counseling and recovery planning. Skilled in diagnostic interviewing, case formulation, and implementing evidence-based techniques to diverse populations. Adept at professional documentation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and leveraging community resources to support client success. Strong communicator with the ability to build rapport across cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Spindletop Center
06.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive diagnostic interviews and counseling sessions to develop accurate case formulations and initial diagnoses.
- Perform 15-20 intake assessments per week with youth and adult clients.
- Develop personalized, person-centered treatment plans through collaboration with clients to identify their goals, objectives, needs, and barriers.
- Implement evidence-based interventions and techniques tailored to support client populations with diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Skilled in utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support diverse client populations in overcoming challenges, and fostering resilience and personal growth.
- Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support and advocacy for clients in need.
- Complete medical documentation and records to ensure compliance with all established standards and regulations.
Paralegal
Law Office of Jason Nicks
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Coordinated 30–50+ client intakes per month, gathering required documentation and maintaining accurate, organized case files.
- Managed intake and documentation for hundreds of clients annually, ensuring smooth onboarding and timely case progression.
- Managed client records with zero confidentiality breaches, ensuring full adherence to compliance and ethical guidelines.
- Built rapport with diverse clients, demonstrating empathy, active listening, and clear communication.
- Served as a point of contact during urgent or emotionally charged situations, providing calm and solution-focused support.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - English
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12-2022
Skills
- Active listening
- Self-esteem building
- Intake assessments
- Communication
- Clinical assessment
- Collaboration
- Client advocacy
- Compassion
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A), Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC), Expiry Date: 2030-05-26
- Registered LCDC Intern, Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC), Expiry Date: 2029-04-30
Accomplishments
Selected to present original research and findings at the 3rd Annual Lamar University Graduate Research Conference, highlighting the use of digital self-diagnosis tools in mental health.
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Spindletop Center
06.2024 - Current
Paralegal
Law Office of Jason Nicks
06.2021 - 12.2023
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Sam Houston State University