Eunice E Francis
Perry
Summary
Licensed mental health professional with expertise in tribal behavioral health, child welfare, and culturally grounded care. Experienced in program coordination, multidisciplinary collaboration, and implementation of culturally responsive, grant-funded initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Therapist
Cedar Haven Counseling, LLC
09.2025 - Current
- Completed assessments and planned customized treatments, applying wide range of resources.
- Delivered quality, comprehensive and well-integrated clinical services in alignment with patient needs.
- Planned and organized individual, family and group therapy for patients ranging in ages and issues.
- Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
Mental Health Liaison
Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness
04.2024 - Current
- Assist Pleasant Point Police Department during community crisis calls.
- Perform assessments on individuals in crisis.
- Link individuals to services they identify as a need.
- Provide support to individuals in crisis.
Indian Child Welfare Expert Witness
Contracted
10.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive interviews with children, families, and caregivers involved in child welfare proceedings to assess safety, well-being, and cultural considerations
- Collaborate with Tribal Child Welfare, Guardian ad Litems, attorneys, and multidisciplinary teams to gather case information and ensure compliance with ICWA standards
- Review case records, reports, and collateral information to form objective, evidence-based professional opinions
- Provide expert analysis and recommendations in alignment with the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), emphasizing the best interests of the child and preservation of cultural identity
- Evaluate whether active efforts have been made to prevent the breakup of the Indian family, as required under ICWA
- Prepare written reports and formal findings for court proceedings
- Deliver clear, professional expert testimony in Tribal, State, and/or Federal court as a Qualified Expert Witness
- Advocate for culturally appropriate placements and services that support tribal values, traditions, and family systems
- Cultivated and maintained strong working relationships with Tribal Child Welfare systems to enhance collaboration and culturally appropriate service delivery.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to legal, ethical, and professional standards in all casework
Wolipomawsi (Behavioral Health) Coordinator
Pleasant Point Health Center
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Coordinate and facilitate weekly Behavioral Health team meetings grounded in tribal values and culturally responsive practices to support communication, case coordination, and holistic service delivery
- Plan and lead quarterly culturally centered community workshops focused on behavioral health education, prevention, and wellness within the tribal community
- Conduct crisis assessments using a trauma-informed and culturally appropriate approach, providing immediate support, referrals, and coordination of care
- Manage and oversee the Contingency Management program within the Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program, integrating culturally relevant engagement strategies to support recovery outcomes
- Collaborate with the Grants Program Manager to ensure compliance with grant requirements while aligning deliverables with tribal priorities and community needs
- Assist in the development and implementation of culturally grounded, grant-funded behavioral health programs and initiatives
- Coordinate and bring trainings, traditional teachings, and programs into the community to enhance access to culturally meaningful behavioral health services
- Work closely with tribal leadership, multidisciplinary teams, and community partners to support culturally responsive, community-based care systems
- Promote integration of traditional values, practices, and community strengths into behavioral health programming and service delivery
- Maintain accurate documentation and reporting in accordance with program, grant, and regulatory standards
Clinical Counseling Intern
EHC, ASC
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Counsel individuals weekly in a health center (FQHC) setting.
- Assess and diagnose clients experiencing symptoms of psychological distress.
- Maintained weekly SOAP notes for each client.
- Prepare and research treatment techniques and interventions specific to each individual needs.
- Assisted clients with creating individual treatment plan goals.
- Collaborate with supervisor, psychiatric nurse and MAT providers according to their treatment plan.
- Maintain up to date and current documentation.
Community Health Worker
Eastport Health Care Inc.
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Provide patient navigation services to patients who are experiencing barriers
- Provide emergency assistance
- Provide advocacy, patient education and support in accessing services
- Address any relevant insurance concerns or issues by connecting patients to appropriate resource
- Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with other clinical and behavioral staff to meet patient needs
- Sliding Fee Program Coordinator – determining eligibility, processing applications, and inputting and updating data in electronic files
Volunteer Recovery Coach
Pleasant Point Health Center
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Team approach; attend weekly team meetings
- Provide support and encouragement to program participants
- Keep accurate and up to date documentation
- Link or refer participants to local resources
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
Social Worker
Community Care
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Conduct child safety assessments
- Facilitate family team meetings
- Monthly face-to-face check ins
- Basic case management when appropriate
- Coordinated services with PCP, school, counselor, etc.
Addictions Counselor
Acadia Healthcare
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Identifying issues and create goals and treatment plans
- Evaluate patient progress during therapy
- Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and therapists according to patients therapy and treatment
- Facilitated group therapy sessions daily
- Facilitated 12-week Intensive Outpatient Program
- Peer Recovery Coach for Opiate Health Home
- Gathered and organized therapy curriculum for IOP
Residential Aide (Intern)
Manna Ministries
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Assisted with patient urinalysis screenings weekly
- Processed and organized incoming medications for new and existing clients
- Transported clients to and from appointments, work, and school
- Scheduling all medical and therapy appointments
- Provide support and encouragement to program participants
- Assisted with group therapy sessions weekly
Education
Masters - Counselor Education – Clinical Rehabilitation Concentration
University of Southern Maine
05-2025
Bachelors - Mental Health & Human Services, Psychology
University of Maine Augusta
05-2017
Skills
- Case Management
- Effective communication
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Complex Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Client relations
- Organization
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor – conditional
- Level 1 Certified Eco-Therapist
- Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (inactive)
- MHRT-C (active)
- Certified Personal Medicine Coach
- Recovery Coach / Warrior Down Coach
- Mindfulness Life Coach
Timeline
Clinical Therapist
Cedar Haven Counseling, LLC
09.2025 - Current
Wolipomawsi (Behavioral Health) Coordinator
Pleasant Point Health Center
09.2024 - 09.2025
Mental Health Liaison
Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness
04.2024 - Current
Indian Child Welfare Expert Witness
Contracted
10.2023 - Current
Clinical Counseling Intern
EHC, ASC
09.2023 - 05.2025
Community Health Worker
Eastport Health Care Inc.
08.2021 - 03.2024
Volunteer Recovery Coach
Pleasant Point Health Center
04.2020 - 07.2021
Social Worker
Community Care
01.2019 - 01.2020
Addictions Counselor
Acadia Healthcare
08.2017 - 12.2018
Residential Aide (Intern)
Manna Ministries
01.2016 - 06.2016
Bachelors - Mental Health & Human Services, Psychology
University of Maine Augusta
Masters - Counselor Education – Clinical Rehabilitation Concentration
University of Southern Maine