Gina Gordon
Ocala,Fl
Summary
Dedicated therapy professional exceptionally well-versed in performing comprehensive assessments to identify client strengths, needs and overall functioning at micro and macro levels. Experienced developing and managing client treatment plans. Committed to establishing goals and objectives to help clients build healthy and positive personal relationships.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Brief Strategic Family Therapist/Functional Family Therapist
KidsCentral Inc
Wildwood, FL
11.2018 - Current
- Actively monitored changes in client's mental health status over time through regular follow-up assessments.
- Educated clients about available resources in their community that could help address family challenges.
- Developed treatment plans based on clients' needs, incorporating evidence-based practices as necessary.
- Advised parents on how to handle challenging behaviors exhibited by children or adolescents.
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards related to the practice of family therapy.
- Conducted intake assessments to determine suitability for family therapy services.
- Participated in clinical supervision sessions with colleagues regularly to discuss cases and receive feedback.
- Collaborated with other professionals in the field of mental health to coordinate care for clients.
- Encouraged open dialogue between family members while also teaching them appropriate boundaries for conversations around sensitive topics.
- Maintained client records, including documentation of all interactions, treatments, and outcomes.
- Created supportive relationships with clients by actively listening and responding empathetically during sessions.
- Assisted clients in identifying sources of stress within their families and developing strategies to manage it effectively.
- Evaluated client progress regularly throughout the course of treatment and adjusted interventions as needed.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary to ensure safety of both the family unit and individuals involved.
- Delivered outpatient services to clients requesting family therapy and covered mental health and substance disorders presenting dysfunctional syndromes.
- Educated clients and community members about mental or physical illness, substance abuse, medication-assisted treatment and available community resources.
- Completed, submitted and verified accuracy of clinical and psychosocial assessments and therapy notes to develop and implement treatment plan.
Clinical Counselor
Children's Home Society
Ocala, FL
03.2015 - 11.2018
- Created a safe environment that allowed clients to openly express their feelings without fear of judgment.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress made towards goals.
- Counseled individuals from diverse backgrounds including those experiencing substance abuse issues, depression, anxiety disorders and grief.
- Educated clients about available community resources to assist them in meeting their needs.
- Coordinated referrals for additional services such as housing assistance or job placement programs when needed.
- Encouraged clients to set realistic goals that could be achieved through counseling sessions.
- Assessed safety risks for each client prior to providing counseling services.
- Consulted with psychiatrists regarding medication recommendations for clients.
- Engaged in interdisciplinary team meetings with other healthcare providers to discuss client care plans.
- Conducted psychological assessments of clients' cognitive abilities, personality traits and mental health status.
- Collaborated with school personnel to coordinate educational accommodations for students struggling with mental health issues.
- Developed treatment plans in collaboration with clients and other professionals.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of the Rockies
Denver, CO08-2013
Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Child development knowledge
- Boundary Setting
- Adolescent Counseling
- Substance abuse treatment
- Couples Counseling
- Interpersonal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Crisis consultation
- Team building
- Organizational Skills
- Goal Setting
- Self Motivation
- Clinical Documentation
- Relationship Building
- One-on-one counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Referral Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Family Sessions
- Parent-child conflict specialist
Timeline
Brief Strategic Family Therapist/Functional Family Therapist
KidsCentral Inc
11.2018 - Current
Clinical Counselor
Children's Home Society
03.2015 - 11.2018
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of the Rockies
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