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Heather Fekete

Clifton Park

Summary

A seasoned mental health therapist who has worked at Integro Counseling Services since 2018, adept in therapeutic reunification and crisis intervention cases with children and adults. Through experience working for CPS and being a medical social worker, expertise in family therapy, child development, and inter-professional collaboration has been achieved. Also, continues to demonstrate exceptional communication and problem-solving skills to the clients who are being served.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Therapist

Integro Counseling Services
04.2018 - Current
  • Provided therapeutic reunification services between children and their parents through teaching healthy communication and proper conflict resolution.
  • Provided assistance to clients and their families through testifying at Family court on a number of cases.
  • Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
  • Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by mental health issues.
  • Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
  • Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.

Medical Social Worker

Albany Medical Center Hospital
09.2006 - 01.2018
  • Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments on children/adults in the Emergency Department, NICU, PICU, and pediatric unit.
  • Offered crisis intervention services to address urgent concerns related to mental health, substance abuse, or domestic violence issues.
  • Connected patients with community resources, ensuring access to essential services such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
  • Developed cultural competence through ongoing professional development opportunities, providing culturally sensitive services to diverse patient populations.
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
  • Facilitated support groups for patients and families dealing with grief, fostering mutual understanding and connection.
  • Promoted effective communication between patients, families, and medical staff through skilled mediation techniques during challenging conversations.
  • Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.

Child Protective Services Caseworker

Berks County Children and Youth Services
08.2002 - 05.2005
  • Reduced the risk of abuse or neglect through proactive monitoring visits to homes, schools, and other relevant settings.
  • Implemented permanency planning processes that prioritized reunification efforts while also considering alternative placement options when necessary.
  • Ensured child safety through timely investigations, accurate risk assessments, and appropriate interventions.
  • Enhanced communication between families and service providers by serving as a liaison and facilitating regular meetings.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

SUNY At Albany
Albany, NY
05-2006

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA
05-2002

High School Diploma -

Plumstead Christian School
Plumsteadville, PA
06-1998

Skills

  • Individual and family counseling
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Conflict resolution
  • Court testimony
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Child development

Certification

  • Licensed in NY state in 2008, LMSW.
  • Completed all clinical hours with regular supervision over a 4 year period of time, ending in 2024. Need to complete the clinical exam to get a LCSW credential.

Trainings

Mandated Reporter Online Training, completed 2025. 

Timeline

Mental Health Therapist

Integro Counseling Services
04.2018 - Current

Medical Social Worker

Albany Medical Center Hospital
09.2006 - 01.2018

Child Protective Services Caseworker

Berks County Children and Youth Services
08.2002 - 05.2005

Master of Arts - Social Work

SUNY At Albany

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

High School Diploma -

Plumstead Christian School

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