Gregory Kirk
Montebello,CA
Summary
Mental health professional with comprehensive experience in therapeutic practices, adept at fostering positive client outcomes. Skilled in individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment planning. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and consistently achieving measurable results. Reliable and adaptable with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, ensuring effective support in dynamic environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Discovery Mood & Anxiety
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by mental health issues.
- Led psychoeducational groups covering topics such as emotion regulation, communication skills development, and relapse prevention strategies among others related to mental health improvement outcomes.
- Implemented behavioral modification techniques for clients struggling with unhealthy patterns of behavior or thought processes contributing to their mental health challenges.
- Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
- Reduced client symptoms of anxiety and depression with cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness exercises, and psychodynamic approaches.
MFT Intern
Better Days Integrated Programs
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Under the supervision of my clinical director I run my own caseload of 10 – 15 clients
- Improve daily psychological and emotional functioning, using evidence-based interventions and measurement tools
- Demonstrate skills in creating and implementing effective and individualized treatment plans
- Provide treatment for clients battling with Anxiety, Depression, Post-Traumatic stress disorder etc
Recruiter
SevenStep RPO
08.2018 - 12.2022
- Collaborate with hiring managers to determine and meet their staffing needs
- Screen resumes and administer phone interviews to determine career fit
- Conduct outreach to potential clients and work to build rapport and establish a welcoming relationship
- Join with clients in determining career goals, in order to make successful career transitions
- Administer personality and skills assessments to identify strengths and inform placement
Jr Project Manager
DRA
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Strategic planning and development
- Monthly Reporting for Community Team
- Business communication and planning (including phone calls, emails, and one on one workshops
- Provide counseling referrals through network community partners
School Counselor
Outreach Concern – Cantwell Sacred Heart H.S.
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted students in making academic, career, and life plans
- Helped with educating on issues such as depression, anxiety, and grief
- Worked one on one with students experiencing personal issues
Development & Events Coordinator
U.S. VETS-Long Beach
04.2017 - 02.2018
- Contributor in the advancement and fundraising through grants and events
- Contacted potential donors and helped with community outreach
- Planned all major events and holidays
- Led the on-site donation center for clothing distribution to Veterans
Mobile Sales Associate
Best Buy
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Responded to telephone inquiries by providing quality service to customers
- Initiated new accounts and a happy environment for customers by…
- Looked to exceed monthly sales quotas, cellular activations, and accessories
Head Intramural Referee
Sonoma State University
09.2013 - 05.2016
- Refereed Basketball, Football, Softball & Volleyball
- Coordinated with team leads and other Referees to succeed with a successful experience for all
- Ensured that safety protocol was followed
Spring Intern
Cal Serves Americorps-Steele Lane Elementary
09.2015 - 12.2015
- Assisted a classroom of 20+ 6th grade students with after school activities in order to provide tutoring and…
- Created a safe space for students to feel comfortable sharing and engaging with one another
- Reinforced positive behaviors and social skills to foster appropriate relationships
Summer Intern
The Holman Group
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Provided clerical support to a managed behavioral healthcare service by completing administrative and office tasks
- Worked with clinical therapists to ensure accurate and timely data entry and completion of reports
Education
M.A. - Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy (MFT)
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education & Psychology
01.2022
B.A. - Social Sciences
Sonoma State University
01.2016
Skills
- Grief counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Suicide Prevention
- Self-Harm Prevention
- Relapse Prevention
- Progress Reporting
- Family therapy
References
- Dr. Porsha Dodson, Psychologist, Private Practice, (213) 300-9815, dodsonpsychservices@gmail.com
- Rev. Lenora Ingram, Retired, Retired Veteran, (310) 283-6678, lenoragingram@gmail.com
Amftnumber
136747
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Discovery Mood & Anxiety
02.2023 - 10.2024
MFT Intern
Better Days Integrated Programs
07.2022 - 08.2023
Jr Project Manager
DRA
10.2021 - 07.2022
School Counselor
Outreach Concern – Cantwell Sacred Heart H.S.
09.2021 - 05.2022
Recruiter
SevenStep RPO
08.2018 - 12.2022
Development & Events Coordinator
U.S. VETS-Long Beach
04.2017 - 02.2018
Mobile Sales Associate
Best Buy
10.2016 - 04.2017
Spring Intern
Cal Serves Americorps-Steele Lane Elementary
09.2015 - 12.2015
Summer Intern
The Holman Group
06.2014 - 09.2014
Head Intramural Referee
Sonoma State University
09.2013 - 05.2016
B.A. - Social Sciences
Sonoma State University
M.A. - Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy (MFT)
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education & Psychology
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