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Erica Matters

Erica Matters

Ridgefield,WA

Summary

Motivated, goal-driven, experienced counselor with the proven ability to build rapport with clients, maintain comprehensive records, and collaborate with team members. Eager to continue learning and work hard in order to provide quality services to clients.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

School-based Mental Health Therapist

ESD 112
Vancouver, WA
03.2023 - 06.2025
  • Delivered individual, family, and group therapy for clients with diverse mental health issues.
  • Conducted assessments for mental illness diagnosis, treatment planning, and progress monitoring.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavioral therapy techniques.
  • Developed tailored treatment plans aligning with client needs and preferences.
  • Maintained accurate electronic health records of sessions, treatments, and progress.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, including emergency assessments and short-term counseling.

Kids Ministry Coordinator

Ridgefield Church Of The Nazarene
Ridgefield, WA
12.2020 - 03.2023
  • Led teams of volunteers to plan and execute diverse events for church and community.
  • Recruited and trained volunteers to support events and weekly classes.
  • Enhanced work processes and developed signage to improve communication.
  • Facilitated engaging activities for large groups of children while connecting with parents and leaders.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Private Practice
Raymore, MO
01.2006 - 05.2016
  • Owned and operated Life Matters Counseling, LLC, providing therapy services for individuals and families.
  • Conducted in-home and in-office therapy sessions for adults, children, and adolescents under private and social services contracts.
  • Provided clinical supervision to provisionally licensed counselors in Missouri.
  • Collaborated with community agencies and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for clients.
  • Advocated for client needs in the Missouri court system by participating in meetings and hearings.
  • Trained in EMDR to improve effectiveness in trauma treatment.

Primary Therapist

Spofford Residential Treatment
Kansas City , MO
10.2003 - 01.2006
  • Delivered case management and advocacy services for clients aged four to 13.
  • Led individual, family, and group therapy sessions while providing crisis support.
  • Conducted assessments and treatments for children exhibiting trauma-related behaviors.
  • Directed a multidisciplinary team to establish effective treatment and permanency plans.
  • Trained residential staff on implementation of trauma-informed care techniques.
  • Fulfilled all supervision requirements for full licensure in December 2005.

Education

Professional Counselor

Full Clinical Licensure
Missouri
01.2006

Master of Arts - Counseling

MidAmerica Nazarene University
Olathe, KS
12.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

MidAmerica Nazarene University
Olathe, KS
12.1999

Skills

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington
  • EMDR Trained
  • Clinicial Supervision Experience
  • Leadership Drive
  • Team Player
  • Database and Computer Adept
  • Organizational Know-how
  • Effective Communicator
  • Independent Worker and Self-starter
  • QPR Suicide Awareness Trained

Timeline

School-based Mental Health Therapist

ESD 112
03.2023 - 06.2025

Kids Ministry Coordinator

Ridgefield Church Of The Nazarene
12.2020 - 03.2023

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Private Practice
01.2006 - 05.2016

Primary Therapist

Spofford Residential Treatment
10.2003 - 01.2006

Professional Counselor

Full Clinical Licensure

Master of Arts - Counseling

MidAmerica Nazarene University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

MidAmerica Nazarene University

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