Karla R. Tolbert
Fairfield,Ohio
Summary
Experienced counseling professional with a strong background in client treatment, clinician supervision, and training. Demonstrated ability to educate diverse groups, including clinical staff and the public, on mental health issues and effective solutions. Core competencies include communication, leadership, and collaborative problem-solving. Committed to fostering a greater understanding of mental health through impactful training initiatives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
KT Counseling and Training Services, LLC
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.2024 - Current
- Created an environment that was safe, nonjudgmental, respectful, confidential, supportive, empowering, and healing for all clients.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
- Helped clients find solutions by teaching appropriate intervention techniques.
- Engaged clients in goal-setting and action planning to promote personal growth and positive life changes.
- Helped couples and families work through serious issues, and restore relationships, or part amicably.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address clients' needs.
- Provided consultation services regarding diagnosis, assessment techniques, and interventions to other mental health professionals.
- Created and facilitated professional development courses for counselors, social workers, and psychologists.
Clinical Director, LPCCS
Living Hope Counseling Services
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Supervise, train, teach and support assess counseling students during their internship
- Assist in the day-to-day operation of a non-profit community mental health practice.
- Participated in community outreach events to promote awareness about health issues.
- Evaluated counseling intern performance through regular supervision meetings and assessments.
- Maintained awareness of the American Counseling Association and the Ohio Code of Ethics.
- Monitored caseloads to ensure proper allocation of resources among counseling interns.
- Performed formative and summative evaluations.
- Assess, diagnose, and treat a multitude of mental health disorders for individuals, couples, and families.
University Supervisor
Xavier University
Cincinnati, Ohio
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Provide group supervision for counseling students in the practicum course.
- Analyzed student counseling videos to identify areas of improvement and enhance counseling techniques.
- Provide formative and summative evaluations for students in practicum courses.
- Advised students on academic requirements for successful completion of their practicum courses.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Compass Point Counseling Services.
Fairfield, Ohio
11.2017 - 12.2021
- Assess, diagnose, and treat a multitude of mental health disorders for individuals, couples and families
- Teach goal setting and coping skills to overcome life’s obstacles
- Refer and collaborate with other clinicians, including physicians and psychiatrists
Licensed Professional Counselor/Family Therapist
South Community Behavioral Health Inc.
Moraine, Ohio
10.2015 - 06.2018
- Provide family therapy for at-risk youth and their families to overcome adolescent behavior problems, including substance abuse.
- Collaborate with the county juvenile justice system in providing therapy and other services for referred youth.
- Train families to modify dysfunctional family communication, negotiate effectively, and set clear boundaries.
Education
Ph.D. - Psychology
Northcentral University
08.2022
MA - Counseling
Cincinnati Christian University
Cincinnati, OH01.2012
BA - History
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH01.1998
Skills
- Anxiety reduction
- Self-esteem building
- Behavior modification
- Depression treatment
- Relationship counseling
Certification
- Ohio, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisor Designation, #E.1800699SUPV
- Kentucky, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor with Supervisor Designation, #279565SUPV
Affiliations
- Fitness Instructor
- Small Group Leader
- Writer
Timeline
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
KT Counseling and Training Services, LLC
01.2024 - Current
University Supervisor
Xavier University
08.2022 - 12.2023
Clinical Director, LPCCS
Living Hope Counseling Services
01.2022 - 06.2024
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Compass Point Counseling Services.
11.2017 - 12.2021
Licensed Professional Counselor/Family Therapist
South Community Behavioral Health Inc.
10.2015 - 06.2018
- Ohio, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisor Designation, #E.1800699SUPV
- Kentucky, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor with Supervisor Designation, #279565SUPV
Ph.D. - Psychology
Northcentral University
MA - Counseling
Cincinnati Christian University
BA - History
University of Cincinnati
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