Joanne Curgian, LPC-S
Texarkana,Texas
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Experience in multiple areas of the field including the legal system, inpatient and outpatient treatment, intensive programming, crisis intervention, residential treatment and private practice. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor
Joanne Curgian, LPC-S
07.2023 - Current
- Conducted evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
Clinic Director
Grace Counseling
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Monitored duties assigned to clinical staff to promote high levels of patient care and job efficiency.
Substance Abuse Treatment Counselor
Cass County CSCD
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Conduct mental health/substance abuse evaluations to determine placement in treatment programs
- Oversee all outpatient treatment programs and ensure compliance of grant requirements
- Facilitate class and group therapy on cognitive restructuring, substance abuse education, relapse prevention
- Provide individual therapy for participants in all substance abuse programs
- Develop individualized treatment plans to address co-occurring disorders
Therapist
Dr. Rafael F. Otero, Ph.D, Inc
12.2015 - 11.2020
- Development of individual treatment plans to address behavioral issues in children and adolescents
- Provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, adults with varying presentations of mental health issues
Child and Adolescent Program Therapist
Community Healthcore
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Administered CANS to determine level of care placement for community based skills training and therapy
- Provided case management, coordination of services, and daily documentation
Drug Court Therapist
Bowie County CSCD
03.2014 - 07.2015
- Conducted mental health/substance abuse evaluations to determine placement in treatment programs
- Individual therapy for adults with co-occurring substance abuse and mental health issues
- Facilitated classes on self-improvement, substance abuse education, and relapse prevention
Cashier
Hobby Lobby
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Therapist
Betty J. Feir, PC & Associates
07.2013 - 09.2013
- Provided therapy to adolescents, adults, couples, and families with varying presentation of mental illness
- Conducted evaluations for disability benefits, correctional officers, and readiness for bariatric surgery
Family Therapist
Epworth Children and Family Services
08.2012 - 06.2013
- In home and community based therapeutic services to children ages birth to 13
- Developed strength based individualized service plans based on NCFAS assessment
Residential Clinical Therapist
Edgewood Children's Center, A Great Circle Agency
06.2010 - 08.2012
- Developed individualized treatment plans, provided case management, individual, group and family therapy
- Completion of daily notes, monthly and quarterly evaluations
Care Manager
Missouri Alliance for Children and Families
03.2009 - 06.2010
- Specialized in intensive case management for adolescents in state's custody
- Facilitated monthly Family Support Team meetings and crisis intervention
- Coordinated wraparound services with legal system, therapeutic community, family, and adolescents
Psychiatric Technician
St. Anthony's Medical Center
01.2008 - 03.2009
- Facilitated adult and adolescent psychoeducational groups, conducted patient orientation and psychosocial assessments
- Conducted room checks and rounds and one-on-one supervision to ensure patient safety
Early Intervention Specialist
Opportunities Inc
07.2004 - 12.2006
- Administered DENVER Developmental assessment to determine appropriate OT, PT, and SLP services
- Provided service coordination and in home developmental skills training
- Gaps in employment included work in retail and the food service industry
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Webster University
St. Louis, MO05.2008
Counseling
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Texarkana, TXBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Beloit College
Beloit, WI05.2003
Skills
- Individualized Care Plans
- Texas License Supervision
- Intake Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Dual Diagnoses Expertise
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor
Joanne Curgian, LPC-S
07.2023 - Current
Clinic Director
Grace Counseling
08.2022 - 07.2023
Substance Abuse Treatment Counselor
Cass County CSCD
11.2020 - 08.2022
Therapist
Dr. Rafael F. Otero, Ph.D, Inc
12.2015 - 11.2020
Child and Adolescent Program Therapist
Community Healthcore
07.2015 - 12.2015
Drug Court Therapist
Bowie County CSCD
03.2014 - 07.2015
Cashier
Hobby Lobby
10.2013 - 05.2014
Therapist
Betty J. Feir, PC & Associates
07.2013 - 09.2013
Family Therapist
Epworth Children and Family Services
08.2012 - 06.2013
Residential Clinical Therapist
Edgewood Children's Center, A Great Circle Agency
06.2010 - 08.2012
Care Manager
Missouri Alliance for Children and Families
03.2009 - 06.2010
Psychiatric Technician
St. Anthony's Medical Center
01.2008 - 03.2009
Early Intervention Specialist
Opportunities Inc
07.2004 - 12.2006
Master of Arts - Counseling
Webster University
Counseling
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Beloit College