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ERICA ALLEN

Glenn Heights,TX

Summary

Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LMFT, Master Level Counselor

Lifeologie
01.2023 - Current
  • Develop treatment plans, complete administrative paperwork, and intake assessments
  • Assist clients with overcoming mental and emotional issues
  • Build positive relationships with individuals, couples, and families
  • Educate clients about appropriate coping mechanisms.
  • Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
  • Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
  • Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.

Teacher

Child Care Associates
06.2019 - 07.2022
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.

Teacher

Dallas Isd
01.2015 - 07.2019
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, counselors, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

District Parole Officer

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
05.2011 - 01.2015
  • Monitored inmates' progress using questionnaires and psychological testing.
  • Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
  • Reported violations of parole conditions to appropriate authorities and maintained record of case activity.
  • Developed case reports detailing inmate history and likelihood of committing another crime.
  • Arranged substance abuse rehabilitation for offenders.
  • Performed routine home inspections and drug tests for offenders on parole.
  • Served as court liaison by attending court hearings and presenting reports and recommendations.

Education

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Liberty University
08.2013

Skills

  • Discharge Planning
  • Document Interventions
  • Active Listening
  • Intakes and Assessments
  • Psychosocial Assessments
  • Treatment Documentation
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Office Management
  • Rehabilitation Services
  • Student Records Management
  • Positive Student Engagement
  • Faculty Collaboration

Certification

Certified Teacher, TEA - 2022-2028 Certified Notary Public, State of Texas - 2022-2024

Timeline

LMFT, Master Level Counselor

Lifeologie
01.2023 - Current

Teacher

Child Care Associates
06.2019 - 07.2022

Teacher

Dallas Isd
01.2015 - 07.2019

District Parole Officer

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
05.2011 - 01.2015

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Abilene Christian University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Liberty University
ERICA ALLEN