James Johnson
2802 Hodges Street Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Dedicated counselor brings understanding of complex conditions to help patients improve mental and emotional health. Uniquely equipped with an array of personal and professional experience to treat patients with many types of trauma. Skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy and cognitive rehabilitation therapy. Compassionate, comforting approach that shows empathy and understanding to patients of various backgrounds and needs. Life-long learner committed to skill and knowledge development in multiple modes of treatment. Excel in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counselor
Elite Medical Wellness
Lake Charles, LA
01.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Monitored patient progress over time by conducting regular follow-up appointments.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Attended case conferences and meetings with other professionals.
- Developed treatment plans outlining goals and objectives for each patient's progress.
- Led individual and family counseling sessions.
- Developed individual courses of treatment for each patient by evaluating goals, mental health and practical conditions.
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet patients' specific needs.
- Conducted assessments of cognitive, emotional, and social functioning.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Holy Cross
New Orleans, LA12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA05-2001
Skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapy (CRT)
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
- Treatment plans
- Grief counseling
- Multicultural competence
- Superior communication skills
- Psychoeducation
Certification
- Provisionally Licensed Counselor - Louisiana (PLC9988)
- Licensed Professional Counselor Associate - Texas (License #95314)
- Certified Brain Injury Specialist - Brain Injury Association of America
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Timeline
Counselor
Elite Medical Wellness
01.2024 - Current
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Holy Cross
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
McNeese State University
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