JOHN KEEL M.ED, LMHC

Dedicated mental health professional with over Nine years of experience in systemic therapy and crisis intervention. Proven ability to develop and implement tailored treatment plans while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive client care and improved mental health outcomes.

• Residential Therapist, 01/01/20 - 12/31/21, American Behavioral Health Systems, 12715 E Mission Ave, Spokane Valley, WA, 509-232-5766, Margret Lauzon, Provides psychoeducational groups as schedule/as needed., Diagnostic interviews., Participates in staffing of clients to identify problems and establish goals and objectives for treatment., Provides crisis intervention as needed., Complete required documentation of services provided in a timely manner., Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files., Conducted therapeutic individual and group sessions., Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and commitment therapy., Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed., Managed a caseload of 12-15 clients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders., Kept abreast of new and developing information in the mental health field by regularly attending professional conferences and workshops., Assisted clients to deal with realities of serious mental health and substance use and develop coping skills.
• Outpatient Therapist, 01/01/19 - 12/31/20, Burrell Behavioral Health, 3401 Berrywood Dr., Columbia, MO, 573-777-8300, Stacy Parmer, Provides psychoeducational groups as schedule/or needed., Performs assessment to determine level of service needs of clients., Diagnostic interviews., Participates in staffing of clients to identify problems and establish goals and objectives for treatment., Provides crisis intervention as needed., Complete required documentation of services provided in a timely manner., Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions., Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy., Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files., Mediated conflicts within and assist families in coping and adjusting to stage of life changes., Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed., Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and the effect of employment and housing issues on mental health., Managed a caseload of 50-115+ clients with co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders., Kept abreast of new and developing information in the mental health field by regularly attending professional conferences and workshops., Helped clients to deal with realities of serious mental health and substance use and develop coping skills.
• Counselor, 01/01/16 - 12/31/19, Phoenix Programs Inc., 90 E. Leslie Ln, Columbia, MO, 573-875-8880, Bobby Riechert, Provides psychoeducational groups as schedule/or needed., Performs assessment to determine level of service needs of clients., Diagnostic interviews., Participates in staffing of clients to identify problems and establish goals and objectives for treatment., Provides crisis intervention as needed., Complete required documentation of services provided in a timely manner., Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions., Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning., Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)., Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files., Mediated conflicts within families to clarify and resolve underlying issues., Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed., Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and the effect of employment and housing issues on mental health., Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources., Managed a caseload of 35-50 clients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders., Kept abreast of new and developing information in the mental health field by regularly attending professional conferences and workshops., Helped clients to deal with realities of serious mental health and substance use and develop coping skills., Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
• Substitute Teacher, 01/01/14 - 12/31/15, Kelly Educational Staffing, 1000 W. Nifong Blvd Bldg. 8, Columbia, MO, 573-875-0605, Establishing and maintaining cooperative relations with other employees., Following the lesson plan left by the teacher in accordance with district's philosophy, goals and objectives., Meeting and instructing assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated., Establishing and maintaining order in the classroom., Maintaining a classroom environment conducive to effective learning., Instructed, tutored, and mentored individual students., Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives., Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials., Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in the absence of the regular teacher., Worked with individual students to provide personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support., Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as the alphabet, shapes and color recognition., Identified warning signs of emotional or developmental problems and reported to parents., Kept learning environments focused, inclusive and supportive at all times.
• Youth Specialist II, 01/01/13 - 12/31/14, Division of Youth Services, 1650 Missouri O, Fulton, MO, 573-592-4188, Assists with dispensing medications, ordinarily self-administered, when specifically ordered by a physician., Serves as a youth supervisor with responsibility for the safety, personal conduct, care, and therapy of the youth., Provides youth supervision; implements group and individual treatment plans., Interacts critically and constructively with other staff members to develop and implement interventions., Develops effective relationships with youth, co-workers, and treatment team members., Assists youth with their personal issues and refers issues to the group in accordance with the program principles., Observes and keeps staff informed daily of significant behavioral conditions known about an individual and group., Prepares reports regarding each youth's adjustment and progress., Provides information regarding youths' progress to parents or guardians as requested., Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support., Maintained safety and security of all youth under care., Offered constructive feedback to minors under care regarding specific actions, behaviors and words., Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions., Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)., Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating suicidal precautions, sleep flow and restraints., Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Skills for Psychological recovery
• Gottman Couples Therapy
• Cognitive Processing Therapy
• Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Trauma focused family therapy

Washington, Mental Health Counselor, LIC# 61088852, Missouri, Professional Counselor, LIC# 2017031420, Missouri, Marriage and Family Therapist, LIC# 2019022129, Clinical Member AAMFT, ACA member, Phoenix Programs, Columbia, MO, Unpaid Internship, 05/01/16 - 08/31/16, Stephen's College, Columbia, MO, Master of Education, Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Counseling, 2014 - 2016, Columbia College, Columbia, MO, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Human Services, 2009 - 2012, American Intercontinental University, Hoffman Estates, IL, Associate of Arts in Business Administration, 2005 - 2007