Karoline Thomas
Jonesboro,AR
Summary
Solutions-oriented, empathetic Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong work ethic and exhibiting positive attitude. Offering 1-year background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for children, adolescents and adults suffering from mental and emotional health illnesses. Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Experience in working with addiction and substance issues. Collaborative and team-oriented professional quickly establishes trust and rapport with patients. Certified in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. LAC in the state of Arkansas. Passionate about working with others and committed to helping facilitate positive changes in the lives of others. Committed to performing all duties in accordance with code of ethics.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Life Strategies/ Renew Mental Health
2022.08 - Current
- Partnered in design of wellness psycho-education group series.
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients of all ages
- Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
- Employed methodologies such as cognitive behavioral therapy to assist patients.
- Led counseling group to discuss topics such as eating disorders and relationship issues.
- Presented case history material to review and discuss with other staff members.
- Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
- Consulted with and trained highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
- Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders and effects of employment and housing issues on mental health.
- Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Offered perspective on effectiveness of treatments concerning conditions such as depression and anxiety.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Education
Ed.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Clinical Mental Health
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro05.2022
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - Biology And Psychology
Williams Baptist University
Walnut Ridge, AR05.2019
Skills
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Dissociative Disorders Competency
- Cognitive Behavior Practices
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Safety and Risk Assessments
- Suicide Precautions Expertise
- Extensive DSM-IV Knowledge
- Motivational Interviewing
- Mental Health Support
- Active Listening
- Treatment Planning and Implementation
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Tracking Client Progress
- Crisis Intervention
- Individualized Treatment Plans
- Community Mental Health Programs
- Client Goal Planning
- Critical Thinking
- Relaxation Techniques
- Problem Management
- Developing Relationships
- Clinical Documentation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Building rapport
Timeline
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Life Strategies/ Renew Mental Health
2022.08 - Current
Ed.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Clinical Mental Health
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - Biology And Psychology
Williams Baptist University
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