Heidi Parel, LLPC
Royal Oak,MI
Summary
I am a graduate of Saybrook University with a Master's Degree in Mental Health Clinical Counseling. I have over 2 years of experience assessing and treating patients experiencing various emotional, mental, and behavioral disorders. I am dedicated, hard-working, and passionate about providing care to older adults experiencing a variety of mental health conditions. I possess strong observational skills and an indepth understanding of human behavior.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Therapist Intern
AccentCare Hospice & Palliative Care
01.2018
- Managed independent caseload averaging 20-25 patients.
- Established treatment plans/goals for patients.
- Led individual and group music therapy sessions.
- Collaborated and communicated with interdisciplinary team to implement care plans for patients and families.
- Individualized Treatment Plans
- Ongoing Assessments
Limited Licensed Professional Counselor
Serenity Therapeutic Counseling & Addiction Services
Clinton Township, MI
03.2026 - Current
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to support client mental health and recovery goals.
- Utilized evidence-based interventions to foster therapeutic relationships with clients.
- Developed personalized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Facilitated crisis intervention strategies to ensure client safety and well-being.
Limited License Clinical Counselor
Training & Treatment Innovations, INC
08.2025 - Current
- Includes providing mental health care for low-income individual children, adolescents, adults, and older adults
- Assists with case management, including providing basic needs like shelter and food.
- Provides talk therapy through trauma-informed care.
- Establishes treatment goals, objectives, and interventions for individuals with various mental health disorder and co-occurring disorders.
- Provides all documentation, including person-centered treatment plans and plan development within 48 hours.
Mental Health Clinician I
San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Includes providing mental health care for low-income older adults
- Assists with case management treatment plans, along with the help of the interdisciplinary team
- Provides documentation of all treatment plans/plan developments, psychosocial rehabilitation sessions, etc.
- Provides talk therapy implementing various therapeutic approaches, including humanistic, CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.
- Establishes treatment goals and interventions that align with various mental health disorders.
- Works with a variety of individuals with mental health disorders and co-occurring substance abuse disorders.
Clinical Counselor Intern
Counseling Partners of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Totaling over 400 indirect hours and at least 240 direct clinical contact hours.
Home Health Aide
Mom’s Home Care
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Assisted elderly with bathing, dressing, meal prep, errands, and other Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s)
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Activities Coordinator
Sunrise Senior Living
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Organized and oversaw special events such as birthday parties, tournaments, and team-building activities.
- Contributed to resident care planning by participating in assessment, developing service plan goals, and maintaining progress notes.
- Encouraged, supported, and assisted residents with activities and documented activity attendance and degree of involvement.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Saybrook University
01-2023
Bachelor of Music - Music Therapy
Eastern Michigan University
01-2018
Skills
- Grief Counseling
- Suicide Intervention
- Crisis Management
Affiliations
- Counselor Camp Kangaroo Bereavement Camp | 2018
- Secretary/Treasurer Eastern Michigan University Music Therapy Association | 2016-2017
Timeline
Limited Licensed Professional Counselor
Serenity Therapeutic Counseling & Addiction Services
03.2026 - Current
Limited License Clinical Counselor
Training & Treatment Innovations, INC
08.2025 - Current
Mental Health Clinician I
San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center
09.2023 - 06.2025
Clinical Counselor Intern
Counseling Partners of Los Angeles
01.2022 - 01.2023
Home Health Aide
Mom’s Home Care
01.2021 - 01.2023
Activities Coordinator
Sunrise Senior Living
01.2019 - 01.2021
Music Therapist Intern
AccentCare Hospice & Palliative Care
01.2018
Bachelor of Music - Music Therapy
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Saybrook University