Jason D. Ainsfield
Takoma Park,MD
Summary
Multidisciplinary care giver and empathetic psychotherapist with extensive experience supporting clients through emotional challenges, acute mental illness, and life-altering events. Proven ability to assess clients and create treatment plans based on individual needs and evolving information. Skilled in facilitating group, individual, and family therapy for both adults and adolescents, exceptional at building strong client rapport to foster personal growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pychotherapist
MedStar Montgomery Medical Center
Olney, MD
05.2017 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute distress due to mental illness or trauma.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to address psychological and emotional issues.
- Provided direct patient care in a behavioral health setting, including assessment and treatment of mental health issues.
Outpatient Therapist, Intern
MedStar Montgomery Medical Center
Olney, MD
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided individual and group therapy to clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses.
- Developed treatment plans and goals in collaboration with clients and other providers.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to identify needs and strengths of clients.
Direct Care Counselor (PRP)
A better Tomorrow Starts Today
Greenbelt, MD
06.2015 - 01.2016
- Provided direct care to individuals with mental health and and or developmental disabilities in residential settings.
- Developed behavior management plans, monitored progress, and documented outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, MD07-2017
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD06-2015
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Group therapy facilitation
- One-on-one sessions
- Substance abuse counseling
- Building rapport
- Patient evaluation
- Psychological assessment
- Psychosocial assessment
- Therapeutic plans
- Patient documentation
Affiliations
- Served honorably in the US Army and Maryland Army National Guard, 8 years; 29th Light Infantry Division, Mortarman, August 1991- August 1999
Timeline
Clinical Pychotherapist
MedStar Montgomery Medical Center
05.2017 - Current
Outpatient Therapist, Intern
MedStar Montgomery Medical Center
08.2016 - 05.2017
Direct Care Counselor (PRP)
A better Tomorrow Starts Today
06.2015 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Clinical Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore County