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Haley Arlet

Pittsburgh Mercy Behavioral Health
Pittsburgh,PA
9
years of professional experience

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.
  • Identified barriers hindering participants' successful treatment completion and proposed targeted interventions.
  • Identified treatment goals based on individual diagnosis and history.
  • Completed comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Developed referral process to assist clients' access to special programs and services.
  • Developed referral process to assist clients' access to special programs and services.
  • Guided clients in developing effective coping strategies and life skills to address personal challenges.

Lead Counselor

1 Year
Summit Treatment Services | 07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Facilitate needed interventions for crisis-oriented issues utilizing a multi-disciplinary team approach for assigned clients
  • Consulted with and developed appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plans for dually diagnosed patients.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans focused on patient goals and history.
  • Facilitate needed interventions for crisis-oriented issues utilizing a multi-disciplinary team approach for assigned clients
  • Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
  • Consulted with team to develop tailored treatment and rehabilitation plans for dually diagnosed patients, improving care coordination.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans aligned with patient goals and history, enhancing individualized care.

Counselor Intern

7 Months
Step By Step Support LLC | 05.2021 - 12.2021
  • Developed individualized treatment plans based on client assessments to address specific needs and goals.
  • Provided counseling for relapse prevention, social issues and mental health problems.
  • Provided cognitive-based therapy to assist with challenge and crisis resolution.
  • Conducted family assessments and referred clients to community resources and specialists to facilitate access to necessary services.
  • Managed treatment processes, documenting progress notes and ensuring compliance with clinical standards.
  • Serve as a client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations
  • Plan outreach and referral activities in surrounding communities

Teacher Counselor - Lead Program Specialist

3 Years
Passavant Memorial Homes | 05.2017 - 05.2020
  • Implemented vocational assignments and objectives at Program Center
  • Support individuals in times of crisis and behavioral outbursts
  • Collaborate with individuals' support coordinators, families, and other service providers to ensure their needs are being met
  • Engaged in the IP process, development, team reviews, and implementation according to state regulations.
  • Reviewed daily staff notes regarding individuals' goal progress and behavior charts
  • 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

Education

Master of Science - Professional Counseling

Carlow University | Pittsburgh, PA | 05.2022

GPA: 3.84

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Duquesne University | Pittsburgh, PA | 12.2018

GPA: 3.61

Skills

Crisis intervention
Clinical Documentation
Multicultural Competence
Relationship Building
Working Collaboratively
Adaptability
Clinical Assessment
Reliability
Client advocacy
Psychoeducation
Treatment Planning
Substance abuse treatment
Personality disorder treatment
Grief and loss support

Timeline

Therapist

Pittsburgh Mercy Behavioral Health
04.2025 - CurrentRead More

Dual Disorder Specialist

Pittsburgh Mercy
09.2022 - 04.2025Read More

Lead Counselor

Summit Treatment Services
07.2021 - 07.2022Read More

Counselor Intern

Step By Step Support LLC
05.2021 - 12.2021Read More

Teacher Counselor - Lead Program Specialist

Passavant Memorial Homes
05.2017 - 05.2020Read More

Duquesne University

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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Carlow University

Master of Science from Professional Counseling
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Haley Arlet