Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Professional References
Professional Engagements
References
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Julie D. Groover

Sandusky

Summary

Dynamic mental health professional with experience in community mental health and private practice, specializing in telehealth services and trauma-informed care. Proven track record in developing effective treatment plans and conducting behavioral health assessments. Skilled in evidence based interventions and electronic health records management, dedicated to fostering long-term recovery and well-being for diverse client populations.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

OCD Therapist

NOCD
Sandusky
06.2025 - Current
  • Utilized evidence-based techniques to address mental health challenges effectively.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and goals.
  • Provided individual and group therapy sessions for diverse client populations.

Mental Health Therapist/Owner

Mindfulness Matters Counseling
Sandusky/Port Clinton
01.2019 - Current
  • Provide comprehensive telehealth mental health services, including diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and individualized counseling.
  • Specialize in a wide range of counseling areas, including:
  • Clinical Counseling: Mental health, substance use, and addictions counseling
  • Specialized Populations: Child and adolescent counseling, gerontological counseling, rehabilitation counseling
  • Personal and Social Counseling: Career, educational, marriage, family, and employee assistance counseling
  • Diagnose and treat children, adolescents, and adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders in an outpatient setting, providing evidence-based interventions to support long-term recovery and well-being.

Clinical Supervisor/Mental Health Therapist

Bayshore Counseling Services
Sandusky/Port Clinton
04.2011 - 12.2024
  • Supervised the Chemical Dependency department, overseeing a team of 11 clinicians.
  • Provided individual and group supervision while maintaining relationships with referral sources and clients.
  • Conducted diagnostic assessments, developed treatment plans, and provided counseling across various specialties, including:
  • Clinical Counseling: Mental health, chemical dependency, and addictions counseling
  • Specialized Populations: Child and adolescent counseling, gerontological counseling, and rehabilitation counseling
  • Personal and Social Counseling: Career, educational, marriage, family, and employee assistance counseling
  • Consultation & Collaboration: Worked with courts, child protective services, schools, outreach programs, and psychiatrists to ensure continuity of care
  • Diagnosed and treated children, adolescents, and adults with mental health and/or substance use disorders in an outpatient setting, delivering evidence-based interventions to support long-term recovery and well-being.

Production Operator

Whirlpool Corporation
Clyde
11.1994 - 04.2011
  • Assembly, paying close attention to quality while meeting quantitative expectations.

Education

Masters Professional Counseling -

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
01.2011

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
01.2008

Skills

  • Telemental health and virtual therapy
  • Behavioral health assessments and treatment planning
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Crisis intervention and risk assessment
  • Insurance case management
  • Electronic health records management
  • Data analysis and program evaluation
  • Compliance with insurance guidelines

Certification

  • LPCC-S (Ohio), LPC (Pennsylvania), Telehealth license in Florida
  • Trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
  • Certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
  • Trained Facilitator: Thinking for a Change (T4C)

Professional References

  • Joshua Pitts, 419-341-0930, lilduper@yahoo.com
  • Tami Perez, 419-680-0565 or 419-986-5907, scorpious3@aol.com
  • Angela Ash, 419-366-3078 or 419-332-1439, AZETZER@woh.rr.com

Professional Engagements

  • Marion Bar Association, Educated legal professionals on addiction and mental health impact
  • Public Libraries, Presented strategies for managing adolescent behavioral concerns
  • Addiction Studies Conference (Columbus, OH), Spoke on addiction recovery and evidence-based interventions

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

OCD Therapist

NOCD
06.2025 - Current

Mental Health Therapist/Owner

Mindfulness Matters Counseling
01.2019 - Current

Clinical Supervisor/Mental Health Therapist

Bayshore Counseling Services
04.2011 - 12.2024

Production Operator

Whirlpool Corporation
11.1994 - 04.2011

Masters Professional Counseling -

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Liberty University