Jessica Hayward
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Dedicated therapy professional exceptionally well-versed in performing comprehensive assessments to identify client strengths, needs and overall functioning at micro and macro levels. Experienced developing and managing client treatment plans. Committed to establishing goals and objectives to help clients build healthy and positive personal relationships.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Advanced Psychiatry and Associates
Roseville, CA
09.2017 - Current
- Conducted assessments of clients to determine the most appropriate course of action.
- Provided individual, couples, and family therapy to clients with a variety of mental health issues.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address clients' needs.
- Monitored client progress by creating measurable goals and objectives in each session.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Kim Sullivan’s DBT of Elk Grove
Elk Grove, CA
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Provided evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals, groups, couples and families.
- Assisted patients in developing healthy communication strategies for resolving conflicts within relationships.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or concerns using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy approach.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address clients' needs.
- Monitored client progress by creating measurable goals and objectives in each session.
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Lighthouse Counseling and Family Resource Center
Lincoln, CA
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Facilitated group therapy at schools for children with similar mental health issues.
- Educated children on various social skills topics and assisted them in developing healthy communication strategies for resolving conflicts.
- Monitored groups progress by creating measurable goals and objectives in each session.
- Actively participated in case conferences and clinical meetings with supervisors to discuss patient cases and treatment options.
- Participated in professional development activities, such as attending workshops or seminars, related to marriage and family counseling topics.
MFT Trainee
Sierra School on Eastern
Sacramento, CA
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Implemented creative strategies with children in individual therapy and groups, such as art therapy, play therapy, and music therapy, depending on the child's preferences.
- Observed children's interactions in therapy and classroom setting.
- Monitored children's progress by creating measurable goals and objectives in each session.
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, diagnoses, treatments, outcomes, and progress notes in accordance with agency policies.
- Provided feedback about treatment plans during regular supervision meetings with supervisor or director.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology Specialization MFT
National University
Sacramento, CA05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2013
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Lake Tahoe Community College
South Lake Tahoe, CA06-2011
Skills
- Mental Health Assessment
- Stress management techniques
- One-on-one counseling
- Couples counseling
- Grief counseling
- Adolescent Counseling
- Analytical Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Progress Monitoring
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Time management abilities
References
- Sharm Sprague, LMFT supervisor at Advanced Psychiatry Associates |(707) 615-2501
- Crystal Ward, LMFT supervisor at Advanced Psychiatry Associates |(916) 413-0574
- Kim Sullivan, LMFT supervisor at DBT of Elk Grove|(916) 709-1648
- Stacey Martinez, LMFT supervisor at Sierra School|(916) 488-5455 or(916) 488-6763
- Becky Van Velzer, PsyD LCSW colleague|(916) 221-2169
Timeline
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Advanced Psychiatry and Associates
09.2017 - Current
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Kim Sullivan’s DBT of Elk Grove
08.2017 - 07.2018
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Lighthouse Counseling and Family Resource Center
08.2016 - 06.2017
MFT Trainee
Sierra School on Eastern
09.2015 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology Specialization MFT
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Francisco State University
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Lake Tahoe Community College
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