Jennifer Thacker
Altoona,PA
Summary
Dynamic Counselor with extensive experience at Pyramid Healthcare, skilled in cognitive behavior therapy and crisis intervention. Successfully implemented individualized counseling plans, enhancing client coping mechanisms and reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Known for building strong therapeutic alliances and fostering a supportive environment for clients' growth and recovery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Pyramid Healthcare
01.2015 - Current
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions for increased social support and skill-building opportunities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development trainings to remain current on best practices within the counseling field.
- Designed culturally-sensitive interventions tailored to each client''s background and experiences.
- Worked closely with families to support clients in their recovery process and strengthen relationships among family members.
- Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in the client''s care for coordinated service delivery efforts.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute distress or dangerous situations.
- Provided crisis intervention services, offering immediate support and stabilization.
- Enhanced family dynamics by providing family counseling sessions.
- Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression in clients by utilizing cognitive-behavioral strategies.
- Designed and implemented prevention programs that addressed community mental health needs.
- Improved client coping mechanisms with introduction of evidence-based practices.
- Fostered supportive environment, enabling clients to openly discuss their feelings and experiences.
- Enhanced therapeutic alliance through empathetic listening and validation of client experiences.
- Maintained detailed client records to track progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mount Aloysius College
Cresson, PA05-2015
Associate of Science - Applied Sciences
Mount Aloysius
Cresson, PA05-2013
Skills
- Behavioral modification
- Motivational interviewing
- Cognitive behavior therapy
- Crisis intervention
- Individualized counseling plans
- Group therapy facilitation
- Culturally-sensitive interventions
- Client assessment
- Family counseling
- Progress monitoring
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Building therapeutic alliances
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Counseling
- HIPAA
- Mental health support
- Building rapport
- Psychoeducation
- Adept at conflict resolution
- Anger management
- Client records management
- Treatment Planning
- Relapse prevention
- Suicide prevention
- Client needs assessment
- Needs assessment
- Grief counseling
- Substance abuse counseling
- Superior communication skills
Timeline
Counselor
Pyramid Healthcare
01.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mount Aloysius College
Associate of Science - Applied Sciences
Mount Aloysius