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Hae Ri (Grace) Choi

Moore,US

Summary

Hardworking Child Therapist at Bethesda, Inc., skilled in TF-CBT and Progressive Counting therapeutic techniques, demonstrated through a successful transition from intern to full-time therapist within a year. Specialized in childhood sexual abuse treatment. LPC Candidate in Oklahoma working toward LPC licensure in October 2024 to obtain licensure in Texas, showcasing a commitment to professional excellence and ethical standards.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Therapist (LPC Candidate)

Bethesda, Inc.
12.2022 - Current

Started out as a Clinical Intern from August 2021-May 2022. Worked as an Intake Therapist during the summer from June 2022-August 2022. Continued on as a Contract Therapist from September 2022-November 2022. Hired as a full-time therapist in December 2022.

  • Conducted thorough assessments of new clients to determine eligibility for services.
  • Effectively managed time and caseloads based on 20+ individual sessions and two group sessions per week.
  • Established strong rapport with clients, creating a safe space for open dialogue about sensitive topics related to mental health.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions for girls 9-18 years old, promoting a supportive environment for shared learning and growth to reduce trauma symptoms related to sexual abuse.
  • Improved parent-child relationships through facilitating family therapy sessions focused on communication and understanding.
  • Collaborated with other mental health professionals on complex cases.
  • Consistently maintained detailed documentation of client interactions and progress notes in compliance with ethical guidelines and professional standards.
  • Provided support for clients going through court process.

Education

Master of Education - Clinical Professional Counseling

University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
12.2017

Skills

  • Trained in Trauma-Focused CBT
  • Will be fully trained in Progressive Counting (PC) by December 2024
  • Experience in effectively leading therapeutic groups
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to be empathetic and objective
  • Fluent in English and Korean
  • Cultural competence, especially with Asian populations
  • Extremely organized
  • Detail-oriented
  • Willingness to learn
  • Receptive to feedback and new ideas

Timeline

Child Therapist (LPC Candidate)

Bethesda, Inc.
12.2022 - Current

Master of Education - Clinical Professional Counseling

University of Oklahoma

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Oklahoma
Hae Ri (Grace) Choi