HEATHER LYNN HILL
Elkins Park,Pennsylvania
Summary
Psychotherapy professional with deep commitment to mental health and client well-being. Proven track record in delivering effective therapeutic strategies and fostering supportive therapeutic environment. Reliable team collaborator, adaptable to dynamic clinical needs, with expertise in client assessment and treatment planning.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Practice Psychotherapist
Be Well Private Practice Community
01.2017 - Current
- Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
- Conducted thorough assessments of client's psychological functioning, identifying areas for targeted therapeutic interventions.
- Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client's specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Enhanced patient well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches in individual and group sessions.
Eco-therapist
Self Employed
01.2017 - Current
- Educated clients on nature-based healing practices through Ecotherapy principles in individual therapy sessions.
- Created and facilitated Ecotherapy workshops for clinicians and clients to enhance nature awareness skills.
- Co-led Ecotherapy trainings for approximately 20 clinicians to promote community engagement and connection to place.
Outpatient Therapist
Life Counseling Services
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Provided counseling to children, adolescents and adults presenting with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, personality disorders, and trauma.
- Completed psychosocial intake assessments and determined appropriate level of care.
- Worked with clients to create and meet treatment plan goals while maintaining a therapeutic client/counselor relationship.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and other therapists in partial hospital and intensive outpatient programs to coordinate treatment planning.
School Counselor
The Crefeld School
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Supported middle and high school students with learning differences and emotional problems.
- Led groups around topics like ADHD, substance abuse and healthy relationships.
- Coordinated mental health treatment between school, therapist, and families.
School Counselor
YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Coordinated emotional, educational, and financial support for at-risk youth.
- Collaborated with a diverse team of teachers, construction staff and management to advocate for student needs.
- Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Problem-Solving Skills, supported student’s mental health while assisting them in achieving their goals.
- Planned and co-facilitated Life Skills and Anger Management classes.
Care Coordinator
The Sanctuary at Friends Hospital
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Member of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to treating Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and related disorders in a therapeutic milieu.
- Assessed psychosocial support and developed discharge plans to meet developmental, social, occupational, and emotional needs.
Education
Master of Social Service - Clinical Concentration
Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research
01.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Bucknell University
01.1990
Skills
- Building rapport
- Anxiety management
- Psychosocial assessment
- Facilitating counseling sessions
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Safety and risk assessments
- Referral coordination
- Group facilitation
Timeline
Private Practice Psychotherapist
Be Well Private Practice Community
01.2017 - Current
Eco-therapist
Self Employed
01.2017 - Current
Outpatient Therapist
Life Counseling Services
01.2014 - 01.2019
School Counselor
The Crefeld School
01.2001 - 01.2003
School Counselor
YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School
01.1999 - 01.2001
Care Coordinator
The Sanctuary at Friends Hospital
01.1997 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Bucknell University
Master of Social Service - Clinical Concentration
Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research
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