George Askie

• Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
• Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
• Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-suffiency.
• Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
• Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
• Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
• Contributed to a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge, resources, and new findings within the counseling field.

• Enhanced client outcomes by implementing evidence-based counseling techniques and interventions.
• Completed thorough assessments to determine client needs and establish goals for treatment success.
• Promoted a safe space within the therapeutic setting by maintaining professional boundaries and adhering to ethical guidelines.
• Assisted in the development of treatment plans for clients, resulting in improved mental health and wellbeing.
• Successfully built trust with clients through active listening, empathy, and validation during individual counseling sessions.
• Supported clients in crisis situations, providing immediate intervention and connecting them with appropriate resources.
• Demonstrated cultural competence when working with diverse populations by considering cultural factors when creating treatment plans.
• Attended ongoing training seminars relevant to the field of counseling, staying up-to-date on current best practices.
• Led psychoeducational groups on topics such as stress management, self-care, and healthy relationships to empower clients with valuable information.

· Documented treatment and discharge plans and client progress and responses to treatment.

· Performed case management and contributed to client care monitoring.

· Utilized the 12 Core Functions of addiction counseling, and maintained records and charts.

· Occasionally oversaw and trained interns

• Led psychoeducational groups on topics such as Stages of Change, self-care, and building healthy relationships to empower clients with valuable information.
• Supported clients in crisis situations, providing immediate intervention and connecting them with appropriate resources.
• Provided guidance on coping strategies, helping clients build resilience and overcome challenges.