Hillary Williams, LSW
Wyncote,PA
Summary
Mental health professional with solid experience in providing therapeutic support and developing individualized treatment plans. Adept at crisis intervention, patient assessment, and evidence-based therapy techniques. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and achieving positive outcomes. Known for adaptability and reliability, with skills in communication, empathy, and problem-solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Advocate Social Worker
The Support Center for Child Advocates
06.2024 - Current
- Partner with attorneys to provide legal and social services advocacy to a caseload of 40 children in dependency court
- Train and support volunteer attorneys in whole child representation, legal strategies in advocacy, and trauma-aware practices.
- Build solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Collaborate with the Department of Human Services (DHS), Community Umbrella Agencies (CUA), Philadelphia Law Department, and parents’ attorneys to pursue and advocate for the child’s best interest and expressed desires
- Evaluated children's needs through regular meetings with caregivers, teachers, counselors, and other professionals serving the child to ensure that proper support was provided.
Psychotherapist
Self Employed
04.2024 - Current
- Engage with 13 clients in regular psychotherapy sessions related to issues around the reproductive journey, traumatic experiences, self-esteem, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans to address each client's specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
- Advocate for clients with healthcare professionals as needed.
- Achieved high rates of patient progress, utilizing empathetic listening and evidence-based practices.
Trainer/ Psychotherapist
The Ladipo Group
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Represented The Ladipo Group at speaking engagements, panel participation, podcasts, media interviews, and conferences related to mental health and workplace wellness special topics
- Conducted individual therapy for 28 clients related to issues related to reproduction, trauma, sexual assault, relationship conflicts, grief, and loss
- Developed content for wellness-related topics, including self-care, mindfulness, and relationships
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
Senior Case Manager
Safe Horizon
02.2016 - 06.2020
- Promoted a strengths-based approach in working with survivors of domestic violence and other crime, empowering them toward self-sufficiency and independence.
- Conducted thorough assessments of client needs, resulting in targeted interventions and improved outcomes.
- Advocated for and obtained over $25,000 of financial resources for clients’ essential needs such as rent, utilities, and medical bills.
- Presented case findings and recommendations to senior management, influencing decisions regarding client services and department operations.
- Collaborated with courts and other partners to facilitate linkages to numerous services for clients
- Member of Anti-Racism Steering Committee - Major accomplishments include ending cash bail in New York and getting the New York City Child Victims Act passed
Education
Master of Social Work -
Hunter College
New York (City), NY08-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey, NJ05.2015
Skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Narrative-based Trauma Processing
- Client Assessment
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Emotional Regulation
- Therapeutic Counseling
- Bookkeeping
- Mindfulness Techniques
- Record keeping
- Customer Service
Certification
- Licensed Social Worker - PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors
Timeline
Child Advocate Social Worker
The Support Center for Child Advocates
06.2024 - Current
Psychotherapist
Self Employed
04.2024 - Current
Trainer/ Psychotherapist
The Ladipo Group
02.2023 - 04.2024
Senior Case Manager
Safe Horizon
02.2016 - 06.2020
Master of Social Work -
Hunter College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University