Kaitlynn Ferris, M.A.

• Attentively assess, evaluate, and diagnose mental health disorders according to the DSM-V-TR under supervision
• Effectively identify client strengths, needs, and assess life stressors and circumstances
• Engage clients with individualized treatment planning, goal setting, and implementation of therapeutic techniques according to Evidence Based Practices, promoting wellness and growth
• Document client sessions in a timely and appropriate manner, strictly adhering to privacy and confidentiality procedures
• Psychoeducate clients on appropriate interventions, resources available, and provide referrals as appropriate
• Provide quality collaboration of care and consultation with other healthcare providers
• Evaluate and intervene during crisis scenarios with appropriate interventions

• Responsible for direct patient contact for psychoeducation, awareness, and connection to resources while empowering patients to advocate for their needs
• Navigation of resources with clients while maintaining a working list of community resources
• Precisely documented services rendered in patients' charts while maintaining a high standard of confidentiality
• Cultivated relationships with community organizations to ensure quality of care
• Effectively managed organization wide baby pantry and distribution of donated resources

• Analyzed barriers to family reunification, while utilizing strengths and needs; and created effective treatment plans to alleviate barriers with strict confidentiality
• Prioritized deadlines to effectively manage many cases simultaneously
• Maintained good working relationships with attorneys and referees in multiple counties for high standards of case management
• Meticulously documented details to create comprehensive case notes and court packets
• Objectively and accurately testified in court with sensitivity related to case details
• Observed and coached parent and child interactions, maintaining safety and support of the family

• Accompanied survivors to local hospitals while providing empathetic support, psychoeducational materials on reporting, and services available to survivors
• Methodically and strategically researched and created client handouts
• Directly answered Crisis Calls of survivors of sexual violence to equip them with support, resources, and compassion

*references available upon request*