Detail-oriented individual with proven success with building relationships and maintaining partnerships with clients and staff to increase overall success. Strong leader and problem-solver. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Self-employeed
04.2015 - Current
Managed day-to-day business operations
Provided exceptional client service, addressing issues promptly to ensure clients satisfaction and return for services
Documented client progress in confidential files
Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports
Supervised trainee therapists in their clinical work, providing guidance and feedback to enhance their professional development
Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs
Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances
Psychotherapist
Reach Learning Center
07.2013 - 04.2015
Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions
Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors
Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships
Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes
Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances
Collaborated with healthcare professionals in coordinating care for clients with co-occurring mental health and physical health concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment
Documented client progress in confidential files
Licensed Psychotherapist
Family Consultation Service/Ember Hope
07.2011 - 03.2013
Enhanced treatment plans for clients through consistent collaboration with multidisciplinary school based teams
Maintained thorough documentation of clinical notes and treatment plans in accordance with ethical guidelines and confidentiality laws
Utilized a culturally sensitive approach when working with diverse children to ensure inclusive and respectful therapy experiences
Improved client outcomes by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to individual needs
College Career Advisor
Wichita State University
08.2010 - 07.2011
Organized workshops focused on essential job-seeking skills such as resume writing, interviewing techniques, and networking strategies
Collaborated with middle to high school aged students to identify skills, strengths, and areas for improvement through assessments and evaluations
Facilitated group sessions that addressed common challenges that low income families face regarding higher education
Established strong relationships with local employers, expanding networking opportunities for clients rising out of poverty
Partnered with educational institutions offering programs related to professional development activities designed to enhance employability skills
Completed timely grant writing deadlines to ensure funding of program
Education
Master of Science - Marriage And Family Therapy
Friends University
Wichita, KS
06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS
12.1999
Skills
Operations Management
Documentation And Reporting
Hiring
Business Planning
Staff Training and Development
Relationship Management
Affiliations
Association of Play Therapy
Certification
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (licensed in Kansas)