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Eric Myer

Seattle,WA.

Summary

Obtain the Kaiser Permanente, School Based Counselor position.

Professional and compassionate Therapist with four years of experience providing counseling services to youth and their families. Motivated to empower clients through development of healthy communication skills, coping strategies, and progressing in their goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Child, Youth, and Family Therapist

MultiCare-Navos
02.2021 - Current
    • Rendered mental health and counseling services to elementary, middle, and high-school students and their family systems, focusing on their goals and development of healthy relationships.
    • Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
    • Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards in EPIC.
    • Collaborated with client's school staff and health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.
    • Established rapport with diverse clientele, creating a safe environment for open dialogue and growth.
    • Utilized play therapy techniques with children to facilitate expression of emotions and processing of traumatic experiences.
    • Created customized behavioral modification plans for children experiencing disruptive behavior issues at home, community, or school environments.

Child, Youth, and Family Therapist Intern

Multi-Care Navos
09.2019 - 12.2020
    • Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
    • Assisted clients in locating resources for housing services and financial assistance.
    • Maintained detailed records of client interactions, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
    • Enhanced client relationships by providing empathetic listening and support during challenging times.

Behavioral Specialist

Highline School District
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Provide behavioral interventions for students at Cascade Middle School.
  • Support teachers in implementing students Individualized Education Plans.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to decrease negative behaviors and increase pro-social skills in students.

Emotional Behavioral Teacher

Highline School District
09.2010 - 06.2016
    • Case manage students IEPs in Cascade Middle School's EBC room.
    • Teach core curriculum with accommodations and modifications as per students' IEPs.
    • Developed strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
    • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

Paraeducator

Renton School District
01.2008 - 06.2010
    • Support students at Renton Academy, a self-contained school for youth grades 1-12 with Emotional Behavioral Disorders.
    • Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
    • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.

Youth Behavior Specialist

Community Care
11.2007 - 06.2008
  • Work one on one with youth with disabilities, develop therapeutic relationships to help improve youth's social and educational skills at school and at home.
  • Reduced classroom disruptions through careful observation and analysis of student behaviors, leading to tailored interventions.
  • Provided crisis intervention support during critical incidents, deescalating situations and ensuring safety of all involved parties.

Education

MA. Couple & Family Therapy -

Antioch University
Seattle, WA
08.2024

MA. Special Education EBD -

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
04.2010

B.A. Major: Bridging Cross-Cultural, Psychological, and Spiritual Studies -

Fairhaven College, Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
12.2001

Skills

    • Family Systems Theory
    • Adolescent Counseling
    • Strength-Based Approach
    • Solution-focused techniques
    • Mindfulness and other coping strategies
    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy
    • Multicultural Competence
      • Anger Management
      • Emotion regulation
      • Problem-Solving
      • Substance abuse awareness
      • Organizational Skills
      • Team Collaboration
      • Adaptability and Flexibility

Certification

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (currently pending, passed exam on 7/13/24, test results available).

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Child, Youth, and Family Therapist

MultiCare-Navos
02.2021 - Current

Child, Youth, and Family Therapist Intern

Multi-Care Navos
09.2019 - 12.2020

Behavioral Specialist

Highline School District
09.2016 - 06.2017

Emotional Behavioral Teacher

Highline School District
09.2010 - 06.2016

Paraeducator

Renton School District
01.2008 - 06.2010

Youth Behavior Specialist

Community Care
11.2007 - 06.2008

MA. Couple & Family Therapy -

Antioch University

MA. Special Education EBD -

University of Washington

B.A. Major: Bridging Cross-Cultural, Psychological, and Spiritual Studies -

Fairhaven College, Western Washington University

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