Julie Cooper
North Haven,CT
Summary
Organized and dependable psychotherapist offering 15+ years comprehensive experience with individuals, couples and families in military and private practice settings. Dedicated to pursuing training and education in various evidence-based treatments (CBT, CPT, PE, EMDR, BCBT, et al) particularly for military populations. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marriage & Family Therapist
Julie Cooper, LMFT (Private Practice)
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Provided clinical psychotherapy services using evidence-based modalities to individuals and couples including assessment, planning, treatment, and evaluation.
- Collaborated with and provided consultation services to colleagues in psychotherapy community.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing administrative, billing, and documentation tasks as owner of business.
- Contracted with non-profit organization The (Headstrong Project) to provide trauma-focused treatment services to veterans and military families.
Clinical Specialist
Community Counseling Center-Marine Corps Community Services
02.2014 - 05.2021
- Performed intakes, assessments, and treatment planning for active-duty Marines, Sailors, and family members seeking counseling services in compliance with program standards.
- Delivered evidence-based individual, marital, family, and group therapy for a range of psychosocial issues including depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, grief and relational problems.
- Collected and reviewed qualitative and quantitative quality assurance data to ensure implementation of care. Conducted peer review audits of clinical documentation.
- Provided clinical supervision in format of Couples Treatment Consultation Group, supporting and guiding clinicians in developing techniques to improve treatment outcomes for relationship issues.
- Conducted outreach and education related to counseling services and treatment modalities to both clinical and non-clinical populations.
- Utilized tools such as Columbia Suicide Safety Scale and VA Safety Plan for risk assessment and care, including specialized case management for clients within Marine Intercept Program for suicide prevention.
- Continuously worked to develop new skills by attending various continuing education and training programs and recommending and assisting implementation of trainings to the greater team of clinicians.
Assessment Coordinator
National Center for PTSD
05.2012 - 07.2013
- Managed recruitment of veteran and community participants for Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD research study by developing and maintaining referral networks.
- Created and implanted outreach programs to build awareness about evidence-based treatments.
- Organized and coordinated administrative aspects of treatment program, including tracking participants through phases of recruitment, assessment, and follow-up.
- Administered initial and follow-up assessment interviews with participants, including safety and risk assessment, substance use screening, SCID (Structured Clinical Interview for DSM) and CAPS (Clinician Administered PTSD Scale) to evaluate progress.
- Coordinated communication with program participants, administrative staff, treatment clinicians, and other team members to ensure thorough care for veterans and community participants.
Family Resiliency Trainer
FOCUS Program for Military Families - UCLA
10.2009 - 04.2012
- Provided evidence-based structured clinical services to active-duty military couples and families designed to increase skills to cope with trauma of multiple stressors, including deployments and injuries.
- Developed and facilitated skill-building groups and psychoeducational workshops to service members, families, and providers, including workshops for Wounded Warriors, which focused on difficulties due to Post-Traumatic Stress and Traumatic Brain Injury.
- Completed client intakes and maintained progress note documentation for tracking of program participants, ensured prompt follow-up with families involved in or interested in program.
- Conducted briefs and other forms of outreach to military community and outside providers to increase awareness about FOCUS Program., including presenting at IVAT Conference.
- Provided initial, final, and follow-up assessments to participants to track progress and benefit of services over time.
- Collaborated with military command, as well as military and community-based organizations to provide resources for service members and families.
Graduate Student Clinic Therapist
The Family Institute at Northwestern University
09.2007 - 05.2009
- Provided outpatient individual and family therapy for variety of presenting problems such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relational issues.
- Collaborated with teachers, school counselors, social workers, mental health case workers, and other therapists connected to various organizations within the clients' system.
New Home Salesperson
Toll Brothers
02.2004 - 01.2009
- Worked as Sales Greeter, Associate, and Manager selling houses at various new home communities, eventually mentoring and training new staff members.
- Coordinated communication between buyers, construction staff, real estate professionals, lawyers, and mortgage companies. Also formed alliances with local community officials and business.
- Organized and evaluated effectiveness of marketing efforts including mailings, public relations articles, and event planning.
Education
Master of Science Degree - Marital and Family Therapy
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL06.2009
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI06.2004
School of Social Work - Sexual Health Certificate
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI01-2020
Skills
- Evidence-based practice
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
Certification
CA License 119148, IL License 166.00093, CT License 3520
Timeline
Marriage & Family Therapist
Julie Cooper, LMFT (Private Practice)
05.2022 - 10.2023
Clinical Specialist
Community Counseling Center-Marine Corps Community Services
02.2014 - 05.2021
Assessment Coordinator
National Center for PTSD
05.2012 - 07.2013
Family Resiliency Trainer
FOCUS Program for Military Families - UCLA
10.2009 - 04.2012
Graduate Student Clinic Therapist
The Family Institute at Northwestern University
09.2007 - 05.2009
New Home Salesperson
Toll Brothers
02.2004 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology
University of Michigan
Master of Science Degree - Marital and Family Therapy
Northwestern University
School of Social Work - Sexual Health Certificate
University of Michigan
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