Eric Meyer
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Compassionate clinician known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based therapy techniques. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, ensuring optimal patient care and positive outcomes. Adapt quickly to new technologies and methodologies in clinical settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinician
Wellpower Walk in Crisis Center
Denver, Colorado
10.2014 - Current
- Conducted crisis intervention and clinical assessments for clients of all ages to ensure timely support.
- Coordinated referrals to community resources, including outpatient services and crisis stabilization units, to address client needs effectively.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in distress.
- Assessed clients’ mental health needs during emergency situations.
Private Practice Therapist
Self
Broomfield, Colorado
10.2003 - 07.2026
- Utilized evidence-based practices to support client progress and well-being.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
- Maintained detailed client records ensuring confidentiality and compliance.
- Provided crisis intervention services during urgent mental health situations.
- Educated clients on coping strategies for managing stress and anxiety.
Mental Health Trainer
Denver Police Academy
Denver, Colorado
01.2005 - 01.2014
- Conducted mental health training for police academy cadets, emphasizing strategies for addressing child and adolescent mental health issues.
Project Manager
Mental Health Center of Denver
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Coordinated collaboration with 3 agencies, supervised clinical staff, and oversaw outreach operations while implementing best practice models: Street Smart, Motivational Interviewing, Integrated Dual Disorders Treatment, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
- Led HIKE Project under SAMHSA Grant, supporting youth aged 16 to 24 with co-occurring disorders at high risk for HIV/AIDS.
- Managed project timelines and coordinated resources for mental health initiatives.
- Facilitated team meetings to align goals and share project updates.
- Developed and maintained project documentation for compliance and reporting.
Program Manager
Mental Health Center of Denver
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Supervise 12 clinical staff and oversee 4 different locations.
- Provide clinical supervision, and case consultation as needed.
- Administrative responsibilities for hiring and budget.
- Oversee intern education and supervision, including psychological testing.
- Participate as a professional community member for the Denver Collaborative Partnership a committee designed to make recommendations to the court to increase treatment of incarcerated adolescents and reduce commitment of youths to the state.
- Managed SAMHSA grant designed to treat difficult to engage adolescents in culturally competent – best practice models of treatment including in home family therapy.
- Child and Family Outpatient Clinic.
Executive Director
Adolescent and Family Institute of Colorado
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Oversee all operations, admission and intakes.
- Accountable for facility licenses.
- Oversee all hospital committees.
- Lead parent group.
- JCAHO accredited residential treatment center for adolescents.
Program Manager
Adventures in Change
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Ran 2 facilities for boys age 12 to 18.
- Oversee all staff and all operations.
- Provide clinical supervision.
- Manage Community Block Grants, and developed a cognitive behavioral therapy Treatment model reducing recidivism to 20%.
- Residential treatment facility.
Family Therapist
Adolescent and Family Institute of Colorado
01.1988 - 01.1996
- Provide individual, group, family counseling for teens ages 10 to 18.
- Managed Quality Committee for facility environment and infection control.
- Safety officer for facility.
- Residential treatment center.
School Counselor
Lab School University of Wyoming
01.1986 - 01.1988
- Individual and group counseling for children nursery school through 6th grade.
Education
Ph.D. - Counselor Education
University of Wyoming
01-1995
M.Ed. - Educational Psychology
Texas Tech University
01-1985
B.A. - Psychology / Biology
Austin College
01-1984
Skills
- Clinical assessment and treatment planning
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Trauma-focused therapy techniques
- Evidence-based practices
- Behavioral interventions
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor, 01/97, #1768, Colorado
- Certified Addiction Specialist, 05/95, #3043, Colorado
Accomplishments
The Judge Phillip B. Gilliam Award, Colorado Juvenile Council, 1998
Training
- Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- High Fidelity Community Wrap Around
- Voz y Corazon Project
- Motivational Interviewing
- Street Smart
- Integrated Dual Disorders Treatment
- Ora-quick Rapid HIV Testing
- EMDR
Publications Presentations
- Dissertation, Adolescents and drug use evaluating three drug use models
- The Family Environment Scale and Adolescent Drug Treatment, American Association of Children’s Residential Centers, Newport Beach, California
- Denver Police Academy, Provided Mental Health Training to police academy cadets on child and adolescent mental health issues, 2005 to 2014
- Bridges to Understanding Conference, Child and Adolescent Development Stages Treatment Integration, 2007
- EMDR What Is It?, HubPages.com, 2012
Timeline
Clinician
Wellpower Walk in Crisis Center
10.2014 - Current
Project Manager
Mental Health Center of Denver
01.2008 - 01.2014
Mental Health Trainer
Denver Police Academy
01.2005 - 01.2014
Program Manager
Mental Health Center of Denver
01.2005 - 01.2008
Private Practice Therapist
Self
10.2003 - 07.2026
Executive Director
Adolescent and Family Institute of Colorado
01.1999 - 01.2005
Program Manager
Adventures in Change
01.1996 - 01.1999
Family Therapist
Adolescent and Family Institute of Colorado
01.1988 - 01.1996
School Counselor
Lab School University of Wyoming
01.1986 - 01.1988
Ph.D. - Counselor Education
University of Wyoming
M.Ed. - Educational Psychology
Texas Tech University
B.A. - Psychology / Biology
Austin College