Karen Pamela Ware
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor with over eight years of experience in the mental health field. Energetic and empathetic with a passion for helping others achieve mental well-being. Equipped with solid foundation in therapeutic techniques and counseling methodologies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and crisis intervention. Committed to fostering supportive and healing environment to promote client growth and resilience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Wishing Well Counseling Center
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation, adhering to ethical standards and guidelines for professional practice.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a supportive and safe environment for self-exploration and growth.
- Enhanced client well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapy techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Managed caseload of diverse clients, tailoring interventions to meet their unique needs and goals.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client strengths, weaknesses, and areas requiring intervention or support.
Licensed Behavioral Health Therapist
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
06.2022 - Current
- Assessed mental health status of patients through assessments and observations.
- Assessed social, psychological, cultural, environmental, financial, and disposition needs for patients.
- Collaborated with patients, families, interdisciplinary team, and community agencies to develop and implement plans that address identified needs.
- Developed treatment plans based on identified needs and monitors progress toward goals.
- Facilitated individual therapy, group therapy, as well as provides psychoeducation to patients and families.
- Recognized with a hospital employee spotlight during mental health awareness month for creating successful discharge plans for complex cases.
Community Health Worker
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided case management services including crisis intervention, advocacy, and support for individuals who became victims of community violence.
- Conducted home visits to assess the social determinant of health needs of patients and their families.
- Assisted with patient referrals to appropriate community resources.
- Advocated for patients and assisted with resource allocation and management.
- Collaborated with other healthcare team members to provide comprehensive coordinated care to ensure continuity of care.
- Utilized interventions and provided education to improve self-management skills and improve quality of life for patients and their families.
Mental Health Associate
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided direct patient care activities for patients, including technical duties in support of the delivery of nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Lead and co-facilitated psychoeducational groups that addressed various mental health topics.
- Ensured a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff by assisting in milieu management.
Administrative Associate
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Provided administrative support to the emergency department by answering and triaging incoming calls, responding to emails, and scanning and filing patient medical records.
- Supported the emergency department charge nurse, staff, and provider staff with communications support through paging and answering call bells.
- Provided excellent customer service by serving as the first point of contact for patients, visitors, doctors, nurses and other hospital staff involved in patient care.
Behavior Support Clinician
Compass Counseling Services
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Implemented interventions in the areas of behavior management, conflict resolution, anger management, peer interaction, and functional life skills training under the supervision of a board certified behavior analyst.
- Provided face-to-face therapeutic assistance in the home and community setting to children and adolescents with behavioral and mental disorders.
- Collected daily data and documented progress for each session with the child or adolescent.
Community Residence Counselor
McLean Hospital
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Utilized the current treatment plan to provide direct patient care through group and individual counseling.
- Worked effectively to manage the therapeutic milieu by leading and co-leading groups, supervising community activities, and assuming leadership when functioning in the charge counselor position.
- Supervised patients in taking medication and assisted patients in their activities of daily living.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Mary Washington
05.2019
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Group Therapy
- Anger Management
- Grief counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Clinical Interventions
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Case Management and Care Coordination
- Depression Treatment
- Anxiety Management
- Self-Esteem Building
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor, Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health Professions - 04/204
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Wishing Well Counseling Center
06.2024 - Current
Licensed Behavioral Health Therapist
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Community Health Worker
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2022
Mental Health Associate
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
11.2020 - 06.2021
Administrative Associate
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
12.2019 - 11.2020
Behavior Support Clinician
Compass Counseling Services
01.2019 - 12.2019
Community Residence Counselor
McLean Hospital
03.2015 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Mary Washington
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
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