Professional counselor seeking licensure in the state of Pennsylvania. Over nine years of experience Implementing tailored interventions to support mental health and foster resilience among diverse client groups.
Work History
Therapist
1 Year 4 Months
Pittsburgh Mercy Behavioral Health | 04.2025 - Current
Support clients in building alignment with wellness goals, and enhancing their quality of life.
Attend and participate in interagency and intra-agency case reviews and other interagency meetings as needed
Provide crisis intervention as needed and assist clients to develop natural and community-based support systems.
Assist targeted adults with serious and persistent mental illness and their families in accessing services, building support networks and resolving conflicts
Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
Utilized evidence-based practices to enhance therapeutic outcomes and client engagement.
Dual Disorder Specialist
2 Years 7 Months
Pittsburgh Mercy | 09.2022 - 04.2025
Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.
Connected individuals to supported employment opportunities in the community
Encouraged and supported individuals in developing skills for maximum independence
Prepared individuals to work in the community at their desired job sites
Observe individuals' behaviors and changes in physical condition, utilize a variety of clinical interventions to assist the individual, and document accordingly
Participated in development and implementation of individualized goals and plans, ensuring alignment with best practices