Gary Gallina
Social Worker/Therapist
Robbinsdale,MN
Summary
Compassionate and highly experienced clinician providing critical mental health and substance abuse evaluations and interventions in high-pressure settings. Proven ability to assess and stabilize patients, leveraging strong clinical judgment and communication skills to deliver patient-centered care.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Leader of Pastoral Care
Commission To Every Nation
Kerrville, Texas
06.2019 - Current
- Supported workers and families serving in South America and Europe.
- Conducted regular home visits to assess various needs.
- Facilitated optimal physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health for effective service.
Global Worker
Assemblies of God World Missions
Springfield, MO
11.2001 - 06.2019
- Provided care by offering counseling and support to individuals in need.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to strengthen community support networks.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reach out to local communities in need of spiritual guidance.
Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist
McLaren Lapeer Hospital
Lapeer, MI
05.1996 - 10.2001
- Conducted assessments to identify mental health issues and treatment requirements.
- Conducted individual and group psychotherapy sessions with clients to address issues such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, grief and relationship problems.
- Educated patients and families on coping strategies and available resources.
Emergency Behavioral Health Clinician
McLaren Lapeer Hospital
Lapeer, MI
06.1995 - 05.1999
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for patients' behavioral health needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and resources.
- Provided crisis intervention strategies to patients experiencing acute distress.
Inpatient Behavioral Health Social Worker
McLaren Lapeer Hospital
Lapeer, MI
02.1994 - 11.1996
- Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to solve problems, set and achieve goals and improve communication skills.
- Provided direct clinical social work services to individuals and families in a mental health setting.
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
Insight at Colombiere
Clarkston, MI
03.1991 - 12.1993
- Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions focused on recovery strategies.
- Provided individual counseling sessions to clients facing substance use challenges.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and communication skills.
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
Detroit Rescue Mission
Detroit, MI
02.1989 - 03.1991
- Provided individual counseling sessions to clients facing substance use challenges.
- Conducted assessments to determine client needs and treatment plans.
- Educated clients on coping skills and relapse prevention techniques.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI12-1993
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Oakland University
Rochester, MI05-1987
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral health assessment
- Community collaboration
- Counseling techniques
- Spiritual guidance
- Program development
Timeline
Leader of Pastoral Care
Commission To Every Nation
06.2019 - Current
Global Worker
Assemblies of God World Missions
11.2001 - 06.2019
Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist
McLaren Lapeer Hospital
05.1996 - 10.2001
Emergency Behavioral Health Clinician
McLaren Lapeer Hospital
06.1995 - 05.1999
Inpatient Behavioral Health Social Worker
McLaren Lapeer Hospital
02.1994 - 11.1996
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
Insight at Colombiere
03.1991 - 12.1993
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
Detroit Rescue Mission
02.1989 - 03.1991
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Oakland University