Ivonne Alvarado
San Luis Valley Behavioral Health
McKinney,TX
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Bilingual mental health clinician and behavioral health coach with experience providing individual therapy, skills-based coaching, and client-centered support to diverse populations. Skilled in utilizing evidence-based approaches including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, behavioral activation, and psychoeducation to support emotional wellness, coping skill development, and behavior change. Experienced in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, substance use concerns, and life adjustment stressors. Strong background in developing collaborative treatment plans, facilitating therapeutic engagement, supporting goal attainment through SMART goals, and promoting resilience and long-term emotional well-being across clinical and coaching settings.
Work History
Behavioral Health Care Manager
4 Months- Developed individualized care plans to address patient needs and promote recovery.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and collaboration among providers.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments and feedback.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and adherence to treatment protocols.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
3 Years 5 Months- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client strengths, barriers, and workforce readiness
- Developed individualized career and skill-building plans, integrating mental health and vocational goals
- Delivered job readiness training and educational sessions (resume development, interviewing, workforce readiness)
- Collaborated with community partners to coordinate services and improve client outcomes and program effectiveness
- Supported veterans in navigating systems and improving long-term employment and stability outcomes
Mental Health Clinician
4 Years 9 Months- Assessed client needs and adjusted interventions to improve engagement, retention, and functional outcomes
- Managed a caseload of 35 clients, utilizing data-informed treatment planning and ongoing progress evaluation
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care
- Designed and facilitated psychoeducational group programming focused on mental health promotion, behavioral change, and coping skill development
Behavioral Health Coach
3 Years 4 Months- Conducted structured behavioral health coaching sessions using evidence-based frameworks and goal-oriented intervention strategies
- Developing health care plans with SMART Goals tailored to each client’s needs
- Providing guidelines to reduce or eliminate unhealthy behaviors
- Delivered virtual coaching sessions and structured educational content to support mental health improvement
Employment Specialist
3 Years 5 Months- Facilitated employment readiness coaching and skill development programming
- Partnered with employers and stakeholders to align candidate skills with workforce needs
- Supported client retention through ongoing coaching, follow-up, and outcome tracking
Education
Ph.D. - Performance Psychology
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Medication monitoring
Individualized service planning
Stress reduction techniques
Clinical documentation
Dual diagnosis treatment
Mental health counseling
Certification
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
Languages
English
Timeline
Behavioral Health Care Manager
Mederva
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
TCRG Consulting
02.2023 - CurrentRead More
Behavioral Health Coach
AbleTo
08.2022 - 12.2025Read More
Mental Health Clinician
San Luis Valley Behavioral Health
10.2021 - CurrentRead More
Employment Specialist
Ready and Able LLC
01.2020 - 06.2023Read More
Grand Canyon University
Ph.D. from Performance Psychology
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University of Texas At El Paso
Master of Science from Rehabilitation Counseling
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New Mexico State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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