JAMIE-LEIGH ANDERSON, LPC, LMAC
Gardner,KS
Summary
Licensed Clinical Therapist with 16 years of experience in between outpatient substance abuse treatment and inpatient psychiatric treatment. Applies multiple therapeutic modalities and counseling techniques to address needs of diverse patients. Organizes and leads group and family sessions, serving as mediator and facilitating treatment plans implementation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinician - Forensic Therapist
Johnson County Mental Health
2021.09 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans addressing criminal, addictive, and interpersonal destructive/maladaptive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans and patient responses.
- Gathered information about clients using observational techniques and interviews, case histories and other assessment methodologies.
- Counseled up to 30 patients weekly with issues such as mood disorders, PTSD, personality disorders, and anxiety.
- Assisted in coordination of mental health support services provided by care team, especially offering support to case managers.
Clinical Therapist
Osawatomie State Hospital
2017.03 - 2021.09
- Delivered quality, comprehensive and well-integrated clinical services in alignment with patient needs.
- Completed 95% of new assessments within three-days of admission - including AUDIT, Columbia Suicide Screening/Assessment, Tobacco Use Assessment, and Violent Risk Assessment - and planned customized treatments, applying wide range of techniques.
- Administered, scored and interpreted psychosocial examinations for assessment of different patient markers.
- Planned and organized individual and group therapy for patients ranging in ages, issues, and abilities.
- Applied various therapeutic methods to treat patients in inpatient psychiatric state facility.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Identified indications of mental deficiency, lack of competency to participate in criminal court proceedings, abnormal behavior or maladjustment through direct observation.
- Prepared and maintained comprehensive progress reports for review by interdisciplinary teams and for referral for additional psychological testing.
Adult Detox Monitor
Johnson County Mental Health
2014.03 - 2017.03
- Maintained cleanliness by following unit protocols for disinfection/sanitation.
- Stocked, prepared, and monitored client meals.
- Conducted weekly inventory for household, toiletry, and sundry items.
- Conducted client phone screenings to determine program eligibility.
- Completed admission/intake sessions with clients with-in 24 hours of initial phone call in various states of intoxication and/or withdrawal prior to orientation.
- Maintained over 95% compliance rate using various assessment tools to assist with monitoring clients during their stay, including but not limited to: CIWA, COWS, collection of vitals, subjective reports, and objective observation.
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
New Opportunities Inc
2006.10 - 2013.09
- Maintained caseload of approximately 25-30 intensive outpatient clients while effectively managing time and caseloads based on facilitating 12 hours of group per week.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere, maintaining documentation standards for both intensive and extended outpatient levels of care.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Grand View University
Des Moines, IA05.2005
Skills
- Individual and Group Therapy
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Forensic Evaluation - Specific to competency to stand trial and sexual violence risk assessments
- Treatment Planning and Implementation
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Therapy Modalities
- Compliance Issues
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, License 3045
- Licensed Master Addition Counselor (LMAC), Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, License 1048
- National Certified Counselor (NCC), National Board for Certified Counselors, Certificate 831017
Timeline
Clinician - Forensic Therapist
Johnson County Mental Health
2021.09 - Current
Clinical Therapist
Osawatomie State Hospital
2017.03 - 2021.09
Adult Detox Monitor
Johnson County Mental Health
2014.03 - 2017.03
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
New Opportunities Inc
2006.10 - 2013.09
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Grand View University
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, License 3045
- Licensed Master Addition Counselor (LMAC), Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, License 1048
- National Certified Counselor (NCC), National Board for Certified Counselors, Certificate 831017
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