Gabrielle Wardlaw-Pfaff
St. Clair Shores,MI
Summary
Empathetic and highly skilled Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over a decade of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families in educational, clinical, and community settings. Specialized training in trauma-informed care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and school counseling. Proven ability to provide therapeutic support, facilitate academic and social-emotional development, and implement individualized interventions to meet diverse student needs. Known for creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for clients while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and evidence-based practice.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Macomb Intermediate School District
08.2023 - Current
- Provide trauma-informed individual and group therapy for K-12 students presenting with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and school adjustment issues
- Collaborate with educators, administrators, and external providers to support student success across academic and behavioral domains
- Maintain detailed EHR documentation and progress monitoring for each student served
- Lead mental health workshops and provide consultation for staff on trauma and behavior management strategies
Counselor
Family Youth Interventions
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted clinical assessments and developed treatment plans for youth in crisis
- Utilized CBT, TF-CBT, and trauma-focused interventions to address issues such as abuse, neglect, family disruption, and homelessness
- Delivered crisis intervention and collaborated with community agencies for wraparound services
School Counselor
Holy Name Catholic School
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided academic, career, and social-emotional counseling to students in grades K-8
- Facilitated individual and small group sessions to support self-regulation, peer relationships, and executive functioning
- Implemented a comprehensive SEL curriculum and organized parent education nights on mental health awareness
- Intervened in crises, conducted risk assessments, and coordinated follow-up care
- Reduced behavioral referrals by 20% through tiered behavioral support systems and teacher collaboration
Shared-Time School Counselor
Clarkston Community Schools
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Served multiple elementary schools, providing counseling services to over 500 students
- Delivered tiered SEL instruction, individual counseling, and group support for grief, divorce, and anger management
- Participated in IEP and 504 meetings, contributed to behavior plans, and advised staff on student accommodation
- Organized school-wide mental health awareness campaigns and parent resource workshops
Administrative & Student Support Specialist
The Academy of the Sacred Heart
08.2012 - 06.2019
- Supported counseling and administrative staff with documentation, scheduling, and student record management
- Facilitated student support programs and coordinated services with external therapists and academic advisors
- Ensured compliance with privacy standards and supported day-to-day operations of the student services department
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MIBachelor of Science - Women and Gender Studies
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MISkills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- EMDR
- Case Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Remote Counseling
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Active
- Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC), Active
- School Counselor License (SCL), Active
- EMDR Training, Completed
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Completed
Training
CUSP Fellowship, University of Detroit Mercy, Advanced training in interdisciplinary collaboration, trauma-informed care, and leadership in counseling.
Timeline
Therapist
Macomb Intermediate School District
08.2023 - Current
Counselor
Family Youth Interventions
03.2023 - 07.2023
School Counselor
Holy Name Catholic School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Shared-Time School Counselor
Clarkston Community Schools
08.2020 - 06.2021
Administrative & Student Support Specialist
The Academy of the Sacred Heart
08.2012 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science - Women and Gender Studies
Grand Valley State University
Master of Arts - Counseling
University of Detroit Mercy
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