Jennifer Blanchette
Freeport,ME
Summary
Empathetic Licensed Psychologist with extensive experience providing crisis intervention, psychological evaluations and psychotherapy services to children, adolescents and adults. Expertise in PTSD, Brain Injury, EMDR, and Neuropsychological and Psychological Assessment. Offering comprehensive background conducting psychological tests, interviewing patients and monitoring patient progress.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Consultant in School Psychology
Falmouth Public Schools
12.2022 - Current
- Consultant to district on various issues related to special education, development, and emotional wellbeing
- Completes 1-2 psychological evaluations per week and coordinates with IEP and other school teams throughout the district on various cases related to neurodiverse concerns such as learning disabilities, ADHD, mental health concerns, and emotional adjustment.
- Completes risk and threat assessments on short time-lines.
- Completes Autism testing by utilizing ADOS-2, ADI-R, SRS-2.
Owner/Licensed Psychologist
New Life of Maine
03.2014 - 03.2023
- Conducted psychological assessments for accurate diagnosis, informing effective treatment strategies.
- Assisted individuals coping with acquired brain injury by developing tailored interventions that addressed unique challenges presented by these conditions.
- Applied neuropsychological knowledge to interpret testing and observation results.
- Developed and maintained rapport with clients, fostering a supportive environment for therapy sessions.
- Maintained professional competency through ongoing education and participation in relevant seminars or conferences.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, helping clients navigate challenging situations effectively.
- Advocated on behalf of clients within legal and educational settings when necessary, promoting access to appropriate accommodations or services.
Adjunct Professor
Argosy University
05.2011 - 03.2019
- Competent in many online teaching platforms.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Taught Abnormal Psychology, Ethics, and Introduction to Psychology courses, providing instruction to up to 200 undergraduate students.
- Elevated course relevance by regularly attending professional development events and integrating new concepts into lesson plans.
Licensed Psychologist
Sweetser
04.2013 - 12.2013
- Worked primarily as a testing psychologist completing 2-3 assessments per week.
- Conducted patient observations by monitoring behavior and documented physical health, family history and medications in mental health assessment reports.
- Studied and applied practices from professional reports and literature along with therapies focused on patient needs.
- Applied Neuropsychological knowledge to interpret testing and observation results.
Post-Doctoral Fellow in Neuropsychology
Goodwill Northern New England
01.2012 - 08.2013
- Completed a postdoctoral residency in Neuropsychology
- Provided psychological services, neuropsychological evaluation, psychotherapy, neuropsychological testing, consultation to an intradisciplinary team under the supervision of a Neuropsychologist.
Psychology Intern
Rappahannock Area Community Services Board
06.2010 - 06.2011
- During my predoctoral internship, I had a major rotation in co-occurring treatment conducting substance abuse education groups, individual psychotherapy, and forensic evaluation in a community population
- Rotation in forensic psychology with a week long training in the Virginia Forensic Service at the University of Virginia
- Weekly supervision on forensic cases for competency trials and parental evaluations from DHHS
- My minor rotation included a full day at Mary Washington University's counseling center providing group and individual treatment to college students.
Foster Parent Trainer
First Home Care
08.2006 - 07.2009
- Conducted home studies, revaluations, and ensured compliance to agency and state regulations
- Instructed parents and employees on various topics such as: psychopathology, foster care, socialization, child abuse, C.P.R
- (currently holds CPR Basic Life Support Instructor certification), prevention, and other related therapeutic topics.
Practicum Student in Psychological Assessment
RAWLES & ASSOCIATES, PLC
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Worked primarily as a testing psychology extern providing full psychological batteries to children and adolescents with a range of diagnoses such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, Autism, etc.
Crisis Stabilization Counselor
Fairfax County Government
08.2004 - 08.2005
- Relief Counselor- Crisis Care Centerville, Virginia, August 2004 - August 2005
- Conducted group and individual therapy for patients in care at the facility
- Led therapeutic outings in the community.
Staff In Patient Counselor
Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center
08.2003 - 08.2004
- Mental Health Counselor - ABS LINCS- Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center Virginia Beach, Virginia, August 2003 - August 2004
- Worked with children and adolescents on an in-patient psychiatric unit
- Maintained patient charts, led social skill groups, monitored the patient milieu, and maintained a healthy and stable environment
- Intervened in crisis situations.
Education
PsyD, Clinical Psychology - Clinical Psychology
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA01.2011
Master of Science (MS), Psychology -
Old Dominion University
Norfolk01.2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology -
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2002
Skills
- Neurodiversity Support
- Career Path Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Parent Education
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing
- EHR Knowledge and Skills
Certification
- Heart Math Biofeedback Certified Practitioner - HeartMath Inc.
- APIT Authorization for tele psychology practice (34 states) - PSYPACT
- Certified Brain Injury Specialist - Brain Injury Association of America
- Certified EMDR Therapist
- Licensed Psychologist - Maine Board of Examiners of Psychologists (Issued Apr 2013 - Expires Apr 2025, PS1372)
Timeline
Consultant in School Psychology
Falmouth Public Schools
12.2022 - Current
Owner/Licensed Psychologist
New Life of Maine
03.2014 - 03.2023
Licensed Psychologist
Sweetser
04.2013 - 12.2013
Post-Doctoral Fellow in Neuropsychology
Goodwill Northern New England
01.2012 - 08.2013
Adjunct Professor
Argosy University
05.2011 - 03.2019
Psychology Intern
Rappahannock Area Community Services Board
06.2010 - 06.2011
Practicum Student in Psychological Assessment
RAWLES & ASSOCIATES, PLC
08.2007 - 05.2008
Foster Parent Trainer
First Home Care
08.2006 - 07.2009
Crisis Stabilization Counselor
Fairfax County Government
08.2004 - 08.2005
Staff In Patient Counselor
Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center
08.2003 - 08.2004
PsyD, Clinical Psychology - Clinical Psychology
Regent University
Master of Science (MS), Psychology -
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology -
Old Dominion University
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