Jessi Clay Alexander
Georgetown,Texas
Summary
Dynamic therapist with extensive experience at Meridell Achievement Center, specializing in crisis intervention and individualized treatment planning. Values the power of the therapeutic relationship and is committed to empowering clients and promoting self-acceptance and personal growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapist
Private Practice
Georgetown, Texas
06.2021 - Current
- Work alongside a diverse caseload of 10 to 20 clients, addressing individual needs effectively.
- Lead crisis de-escalation efforts, ensuring client safety and emotional support.
- Support clients through parenting difficulties while promoting self-understanding.
- Empower clients by educating on brain function.
- Apply evidence-based techniques to optimize client therapeutic outcomes.
- Encourage clients to cultivate coping strategies for better management of emotional distress.
Neuro-Unit Lead Therapist
Meridell Achievement Center
Liberty Hill, TX
02.2017 - 04.2021
- Led weekly individual, family, and group therapy sessions for neurodiverse clients.
- Mentored junior therapists in therapeutic techniques and best practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive client care.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance therapeutic effectiveness.
- Educated staff on crisis intervention strategies and safety protocols.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Collaborated with external agencies to coordinate care for clients in need of additional support services.
- Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to specific client needs.
- Provided crisis intervention to manage acute client situations effectively.
- Facilitated skill-building exercises to enhance client coping strategies.
- Maintained a commitment of 40+ hours per week to client care.
Youth and Family Case Manager
Bluebonnet Trails Community Service
Georgetown, Idaho
08.2016 - 02.2017
- Conducted routine case management to ensure effective client support.
- Created individualized service plans to address family needs.
- Facilitated communication between families and service providers.
- Educated families about available community resources and services.
- Monitored progress and adjusted plans as necessary.
- Assessed levels of care to determine appropriate interventions.
- Committed 40 hours per week to maintain service quality.
Internship
Williamson County Juvenile Services
Georgetown, Idaho
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Led program development initiatives for youth in detention facilities.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case progress and service improvements.
- Engaged with youth to build rapport and encourage participation in programs.
- Facilitated group sessions to promote positive behavioral changes.
- Conducted program evaluations to assess effectiveness and identify improvements.
- Dedicated over 40 hours weekly to support youth and enhance program outcomes.
Internship
Communities in School (CIS)-Manor High School
Georgetown, TX
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Participated in Americorp Education Award program to enhance community engagement.
- Assisted in organizing community outreach events to promote juvenile services awareness.
- Collaborated with staff to support youth rehabilitation programs and interventions.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case progress and service improvements.
- Maintained accurate data entries for Americorp initiatives.
- Attended training sessions on individual and group counseling methodologies.
- Managed a case load of six high school students with diverse emotional and behavioral needs.
- Co-led two empowerment groups: one for underclassmen girls and another for mothers or expectant mothers.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing and resource connections for mothers in support group.
- Dedicated over 20 hours per week to program responsibilities.
Education
Masters of Social Work -
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science
Concordia University Texas
Austin, TX03.2013
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Evidence-based practices
- Individualized treatment planning
- Neurodiversity support
- Client education
- Mental health assessment
- Therapeutic collaboration
- Resource coordination
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Rapport building
- Empathy development
- Group therapy facilitation
- One-on-one sessions
- Family therapy
- Behavior modification
- Self-care promotion
Timeline
Therapist
Private Practice
06.2021 - Current
Neuro-Unit Lead Therapist
Meridell Achievement Center
02.2017 - 04.2021
Youth and Family Case Manager
Bluebonnet Trails Community Service
08.2016 - 02.2017
Internship
Williamson County Juvenile Services
05.2016 - 08.2016
Internship
Communities in School (CIS)-Manor High School
01.2015 - 06.2015
Masters of Social Work -
Texas State University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science
Concordia University Texas
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