Hannah Armbrust, PhD, LMHC, NCC
Bloomington,Indiana (IN)
Summary
Dedicated clinical therapy professional focused on improving patient well-being through compassionate and knowledgeable support. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities with a dedicated and detail-oriented mentality. Licensed in Indiana. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand management skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychotherapist in Private Practice
Self-employeed
Bloomington, IN
10.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients, incorporating evidence-based interventions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to address mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
- Assessed client needs by conducting initial intake interviews and administering diagnostic assessments.
- Provided psychotherapy services including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and family systems therapy.
Adjunct Professor
Saybrook University
Pasadena, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Facilitated active learning through class discussions, group activities, and individual projects.
- Provided constructive feedback on student assignments to promote student success.
- Evaluated student performance using appropriate assessment techniques and provided timely feedback.
- Developed and implemented course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
Intensive Outpatient Program Therapist
Bloomington Meadows Hospital
Bloomington, IN
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Managed caseload of multiple group sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches.
- Led hybrid (telehealth and face-to-face) group therapy sessions for diverse population with focus on self-advocacy and empowerment.
- Maintained progress notes and documentation for patient health records.
Psychotherapist
New Outlook Counseling Center
Bloomington, IN
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Provided evidence-based psychotherapy (telehealth and in person) to a caseload of clients with mental and behavioral disorders, and as needed, to clients with dual diagnosis of substance use disorders.
- Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
- Referred clients to external resources for additional support.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Led group sessions to improve interpersonal relationships.
Psychotherapist - International Experience
Self-Employed
Ametista Do Sul, Brazil
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Provided evidence-based psychotherapy (telehealth and in person) to a caseload of clients with mental and behavioral disorders, and as needed, to clients with dual diagnosis of substance use disorders.
- Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
- Referred clients to external resources for additional support.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
Adjunct Professor
Instituto Federal de Rondonia
Porto Velho, Brazil
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Implemented different teaching styles to meet needs of diverse student population.
- Designed exams, lecture material and writing assignments.
- Assessed student performance with integrity.
- Tutored and coached students to help achieve personal and academic goals.
- Created lesson plans, syllabi and test schedules for courses on Introduction to Psychology.
Intensive In-Home Therapist
Compass Behavioral Solutions
Staunton, VA
05.2016 - 12.2016
- Provided intensive, individualized, and family counseling services to children, youth, and their families in their homes or at community locations best suited to the client and the family’s needs.
- Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of mental health practitioners to accomplish goals and address issues related to clients' needs.
Intensive In-Home Therapist
Family Preservation Services
Winchester, VA
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Provided intensive, individualized, and family counseling services to children, youth, and their families in their homes or at community locations best suited to the client and the family’s needs.
- Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of mental health practitioners to accomplish goals and address issues related to clients' needs.
Psychotherapist
Liberty Point Healthcare, Inc.
Staunton, VA
06.2013 - 12.2013
- Provided intensive, individualized, and family counseling services to youth diagnosed with ASD and their families in the residential facility.
- Led group therapy sessions with youth diagnosed with ASD.
- Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of mental health practitioners to accomplish goals and address issues related to clients' needs.
Family Centered Practitioner
Specialized Youth Center of VA., Inc
Harrisonburg, VA
08.2013 - 09.2013
- Provided intensive, individualized, and family counseling services to children, youth, and their families in their homes or at community locations best suited to the client and the family’s needs.
- Utilized emerging Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy and Narrative Therapy as treatment approaches.
- Maintained progress notes and documentation for patient health records.
- Delivered appropriate therapy based on diagnosis and individual needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to determine effective treatment plans.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Health Center at James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
06.2012 - 05.2013
- Supported and counseled clients with drug and alcohol addiction.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Developed referral process to assist client access to special programs and services.
- Guided clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
Intensive In-Home Counselor
Harrisonburg League of Therapists
Harrisonburg, VA
06.2010 - 08.2011
- Provided intensive, individualized, and family counseling services to children, youth, and their families in their homes or at community locations best suited to the client and the family’s needs.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals and other staff members to perform clinical assessments or develop treatment plans.
- Prepared and maintained required treatment records and reports.
Coordinator of Educational Projects
Centro das Industrias do Estado do Amazonas
Manaus, Brazil
04.2003 - 11.2005
- Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions to promote "Sapiens Circus Amazonia" a biodiversity program.
- Prepared and submitted budget requests or grant proposals to solicit program funding.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Director of Educational Services
Instituto Euvaldo Lodi - IEL
Manaus, Brazil
02.2003 - 08.2005
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
- Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions.
- Prepared and submitted budget requests or grant proposals to solicit program funding.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Lecturer in English
Universidade Federal de Rondonia
Porto Velho, Brazil
03.2003 - 12.2004
- Led general English, literature and creative writing classes during semester.
- Explored deeper meanings behind texts through lively classroom discussions and challenging essay assignments.
- Adapted teaching strategies to different student learning styles and skill levels.
- Attended professional development training to improve knowledge and skills.
Program Coordinator
Servico Social da Industria
Porto Velho, Brazil
03.1999 - 12.2002
- Scheduled and developed program activities in accordance with program needs.
- Collaborated with community leaders, organizations and public agencies to promote programs within community.
- Facilitated educational workshops, meetings and conferences associated with program.
- Delegated tasks to staff and volunteers during daily activities and organized events.
- Evaluated program effectiveness to develop improved methods.
- Explained program offerings and requirements to participants and answered related questions.
- Utilized appropriate promotional or marketing methods to recruit program participants, members and volunteers.
- Created and implemented new programming ideas to keep it relevant and growing.
Lecturer
Universidade Federal de Rondonia
Porto Velho, Brazil
03.1997 - 12.1999
- Created instructional and lecture plans for classes in compliance with course objectives.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods, lectures, presentations, and class activities to deliver the English and Literature curriculum.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Evaluated student progress, delivering feedback for individual improvement.
- Engaged with students outside of lecture halls and classrooms through discussions and small group sessions.
Education
Ph.D. - Psychology
Saybrook University
Oakland, CA12.2020
Master of Arts - Counseling
Eastern Mennonite University
Harrisonburg, VA08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Universidade Federal De Rondonia
Porto Velho, Brazil12.1995
Skills
- Client Advocacy
- Inclusion and Diversity Advocacy
- Community Outreach
- Active Listening
- Team Building
- Crisis Management
- External and Public Relations
- Budget Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Evaluation
- Developing Relationships
- Client Goal Planning
- Emotional Awareness
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Recruiting and Interviewing
Languages
Portuguese
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Advanced
C1
French
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Psychotherapist in Private Practice
Self-employeed
10.2024 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Saybrook University
07.2023 - Current
Intensive Outpatient Program Therapist
Bloomington Meadows Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2023
Psychotherapist
New Outlook Counseling Center
09.2021 - 04.2023
Psychotherapist - International Experience
Self-Employed
10.2019 - 07.2021
Adjunct Professor
Instituto Federal de Rondonia
10.2018 - 10.2019
Intensive In-Home Therapist
Compass Behavioral Solutions
05.2016 - 12.2016
Intensive In-Home Therapist
Family Preservation Services
01.2014 - 02.2016
Family Centered Practitioner
Specialized Youth Center of VA., Inc
08.2013 - 09.2013
Psychotherapist
Liberty Point Healthcare, Inc.
06.2013 - 12.2013
Substance Abuse Counselor
Health Center at James Madison University
06.2012 - 05.2013
Intensive In-Home Counselor
Harrisonburg League of Therapists
06.2010 - 08.2011
Coordinator of Educational Projects
Centro das Industrias do Estado do Amazonas
04.2003 - 11.2005
Lecturer in English
Universidade Federal de Rondonia
03.2003 - 12.2004
Director of Educational Services
Instituto Euvaldo Lodi - IEL
02.2003 - 08.2005
Program Coordinator
Servico Social da Industria
03.1999 - 12.2002
Lecturer
Universidade Federal de Rondonia
03.1997 - 12.1999
Ph.D. - Psychology
Saybrook University
Master of Arts - Counseling
Eastern Mennonite University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Universidade Federal De Rondonia