Hardworking Psychotherapist with progressive experience across various mental health settings. Background working in in-patient environments. Knowledgeable in providing supervision to interns and volunteers.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychotherapist
Kelly Hershman LLC
New York, NY
01.2022 - Current
Provided psychotherapy services including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and family systems therapy.
Assessed client needs by conducting initial intake interviews and administering diagnostic assessments.
Maintained accurate records of all clinical activities using electronic medical record software.
Educated clients on healthy coping strategies to reduce stress levels and improve overall wellbeing.
Delivered culturally-sensitive mental health services to diverse populations.
Case Manager
Urban Pathways Cluster House
New York, NY
07.2016 - 09.2021
OMH funded transitional residence for 52 adults with mental illness, prior homelessness, incarceration, and psychiatric hospitalizations
Provided comprehensive case management services for assigned clients including but not limited to; crisis intervention, advocacy, assistance in problem solving, assessments, conflict resolution, entitlements, training on daily living skills and referrals
Developed service plans and client objectives to achieve self-sufficiency, completed and submitted relevant statistical reports and incidents in a timely fashion
Associate Counselor
Urban Resource Institute
New York, NY
11.2015 - 05.2016
Emergency transitional shelter for families of Domestic Violence that provided supportive services, housing, immigration, and legal assistance
Conducted intake interviews to assess and evaluate residents for admission
Maintained housing referral resources, assisted residents in the process of locating and securing permanent housing, in conjunction with the Housing Specialist
Intern Parent Advocate
Eskin&Eskin, P.C.
Bronx, NY
01.2013 - 12.2015
Attorney at Law specialized in providing a wide variety of Family Law (child support, spousal maintenance, child custody, divorce and, domestic violence)
Prepared memos, letters, and other correspondence to ensure timely and accurate reporting
Assisted in preparation of documentation for court proceeding cases
Accompanied clients to foster care agencies to advocate in Family Conferences on behalf of firm.
Residential Aide
VIP Community Services
Bronx, NY
09.2012 - 08.2014
Supportive housing for formerly homeless individuals with substance use disorders, serious mental illness, and persons living with HIV/AIDS
Performed facility checks every hour and logged rounds accordingly
Conducted Fire and Disaster Drills monthly, daily wake-up calls and managed toxicology screenings
Facilitated weekly women’s socialization and psycho-education groups.
Education
Master of Science in Mental Health -
Mercy College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe College
Skills
Experienced in psychoanalytic psychotherapy
Behavior Modification
Crisis Intervention
Family Counseling
Cognitive Psychology
Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
Psychotherapist
Kelly Hershman LLC
01.2022 - Current
Case Manager
Urban Pathways Cluster House
07.2016 - 09.2021
Associate Counselor
Urban Resource Institute
11.2015 - 05.2016
Intern Parent Advocate
Eskin&Eskin, P.C.
01.2013 - 12.2015
Residential Aide
VIP Community Services
09.2012 - 08.2014
Master of Science in Mental Health -
Mercy College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe College
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