Heidi Peña
Whittier,CA
Summary
Dedicated clinical therapy professional focused on improving patient wellbeing through compassionate and knowledgeable support. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities with a dedicated and detail-oriented mentality. Adept at getting to the root of problems and helping patients develop effective coping skills for different life situations, triggers and traumas. Well-versed in collaborating with teams of practitioners to positively impact patient lives with a comprehensive approach.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Therapist
Shoreline Eating Disorders Treatment Center
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed aftercare plans that included follow-up appointments at local outpatient clinics or 12-step meetings and support groups nearby the client's residence.
- Facilitated and obtained appropriate authorizations for care.
- Maintained accurate clinical records in accordance with HIPAA regulations and agency policies.
- Facilitated weekly group with up to 7-8 participants focusing on meditation and reiki.
- Met with up to 3-5 patients weekly with presenting problems such as mood disorders.
- Supported other staff members by providing consultation regarding difficult cases or offering suggestions for improving current practices.
- Delivered appropriate therapy based on diagnosis and individual needs.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided crisis support.
Adventure Therapist
Newport Academy
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Participated in regular case reviews with other clinicians to discuss client progress.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Provided psychoeducation on topics such as stress management, anger management, parenting skills.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
- Talked with family members during period when patients could not self-advocate.
Counselor
Center for Discover
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided supervision and in-house activities to support program participants.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology: Marriage and Family Therapist
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA01.2022
Bachelor Of Arts - Applied Studies and Adolescences Psychology
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA01.2016
Associate of Science - Early Child Development
Rio Hondo Community College
Whittier, CA01.2012
Skills
- Family Therapy
- Individual Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client Supervision
- Motivational Interviewing
- Client Management
- Private Counseling
- Treatment Plans
- Group Sessions
- Diagnosis and Evaluations
- Patient Diagnosis
- Intervention Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Documentation Requirements
- Group Therapy Coordination
- One-On-One Sessions
- Building Rapport
- Progress Assessment
- Client Confidentiality
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- AMFT #136117
- The Body Positive
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Primary Therapist
Shoreline Eating Disorders Treatment Center
04.2023 - 12.2023
Adventure Therapist
Newport Academy
03.2022 - 03.2023
Counselor
Center for Discover
05.2021 - 03.2022
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology: Marriage and Family Therapist
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor Of Arts - Applied Studies and Adolescences Psychology
Azusa Pacific University
Associate of Science - Early Child Development
Rio Hondo Community College
- AMFT #136117
- The Body Positive
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