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KATELYN DAVIS

Certified Mental Health Counselor
Nashville,TN

Summary

National Certified Counselor (NCC) with extensive experience providing trauma-informed individual and group therapy across outpatient, IOP, and community-based settings. Skilled in crisis intervention, substance use treatment, co-occurring disorders, and reentry support for justice-involved adults, youth, and underserved populations. Proficient in evidence-based modalities including Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and multidimensional assessments such as the ASAM, Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS), PHQ-9, and GAD-7. Dedicated to culturally responsive, client-centered care that strengthens family systems, coordinates wraparound services, and empowers clients toward stability, resilience, and long-term recovery. Currently on licensure track for LPC-MHSP in Tennessee under clinical supervision.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Mental Health Counselor

Persevere
03.2023 - Current

Deliver trauma-informed individual counseling and program support across multiple state and federal initiatives serving justice-involved adults, youth, and underserved communities.


  • Provide evidence-based individual counseling addressing trauma, substance use, co-occurring disorders, and reentry challenges for a consistent caseload of 14–16 clients weekly, achieving strong client retention and measurable progress toward treatment goals.
  • Collaborate with 5–7 workforce development, law enforcement, and community partners and engage family systems to coordinate wraparound services that expand access to mental health resources and reduce recidivism risk.
  • Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans using standardized assessment tools (ASI, PHQ-9, GAD-7, SRA); deliver crisis intervention, discharge planning, and reintegration support that enable smooth transitions for clients returning to work or school.
  • Facilitate psychoeducation for clients while applying culturally responsive, client-centered approaches to strengthen engagement and long-term outcomes.

Group Facilitator / PRN Therapist

JourneyPure
03.2023 - Current

Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and provide group counseling coverage to support residential and outpatient substance use treatment programs.


  • Conduct 5–10 intake and diagnostic assessments weekly, including biopsychosocial assessment, ASAM criteria, suicide risk assessments, PHQ-9, GAD-7, and substance use evaluations, to determine appropriate level of care and guide treatment planning.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver timely treatment recommendations, ensure 100% compliance with documentation standards, and support client admission to residential and outpatient programs.
  • Provide IOP group counseling coverage for up to 12 clients per session when facilitators are unavailable, maintaining continuity of care and client engagement during staff absences.

Primary Therapist

JourneyPure
01.2022 - 03.2023

Facilitated individual and group therapy for adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in a telehealth IOP/PHP setting.


  • Managed a caseload of 15–20 clients bi-weekly, providing evidence-based individual counseling addressing substance use, trauma, co-occurring disorders, and relapse prevention.
  • Facilitated 9 hours of IOP group therapy weekly for closed-group members, averaging 8–17 participants per session, fostering recovery skills, accountability, and peer support.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments (ASAM, biopsychosocial, suicide risk, PHQ-9, GAD-7), developed individualized treatment plans, and delivered crisis intervention and discharge planning for 100+ clients annually.
  • Strengthened family and support systems through psychoeducation and communication strategies, improving client reintegration into work, school, and community living.


Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern

JourneyPure
04.2020 - 12.2021

Delivered supervised individual and group counseling for clients with substance use and mental health concerns, developing foundational clinical skills in assessment, crisis intervention, and treatment planning.


  • Provided supervised individual and group counseling via telehealth for a caseload of 25-30 clients weekly, supporting recovery from substance use and co-occurring conditions.
  • Developed and implemented 20+ individualized safety plans, using verbal de-escalation and relapse prevention strategies to lower risk of crisis.
  • Conducted supervised biopsychosocial assessments and collaborated with counselors and physicians to develop and adapt treatment plans based on client progress.
  • Applied evidence-based interventions in session while building therapeutic rapport, contributing to zero critical incidents during internship placement.

Communications Analyst

UBS Financial Services
02.2019 - 03.2020

Enhanced client communications and statements by designing clear, compliant messaging in collaboration with cross-functional banking teams.


  • Enhanced consumer statements and communications before sending to clients.
  • Worked with various banking teams to design campaigns and communications.
  • Acted as liaison between clients and company during new product introductions.

Compliance And Operational Risk Specialist

UBS Financial Services
11.2015 - 02.2019

Supported enterprise-level risk management by researching, reporting, and recommending strategies to strengthen compliance and operational safeguards.


  • Researched and developed approximately 5 comprehensive reports that were submitted to upper management and audit teams quarterly, covering issues and recommendations
  • Formulated strategic plans based on audit findings to support annual planning and definition of goals
  • Promoted enterprise-level risk management practices and helped instill strong culture focused on protective policies and procedures.

Sales Operations Analyst

UBS Financial Services
07.2014 - 10.2015

Served as subject matter expert on restricted securities, developing policies and procedures to ensure accurate, compliant sales operations.


  • Subject matter expert for Rule 144 of Securities Act of 1933 and sale of Restricted Securities
  • Developed and instituted policies and procedures for all sales staff to ensure successful departmental operations
  • Reviewed daily tasks and Restricted Securities responsibilities to verify alignment with company's goals and strategy

Office Manager Legal Assistant

Alexander and Watson, P.A
01.2014 - 07.2014

Oversaw scheduling, document filing, and staff support for attorneys and paralegals to maintain efficient daily operations in a fast-paced legal office.


  • Maintained calendar and tickler system for over 5 managing partners, associate attorneys, and senior paralegal
  • Filed over 10 documents with courts daily on behalf of attorney
  • Monitored and evaluated personnel performance to complete quarterly reviews, recommend advancement or address productivity concerns

Billing Clerk

Alexander and Watson, P.A
10.2013 - 12.2013

Managed invoicing and payment processing for client accounts, ensuring accurate billing and timely delivery of financial statements.


  • Managed invoicing and payment processing operations for over 30 accounts by ensuring all compulsory details are produced before completing bill/invoice and mailed to clients.
  • Prepared packages for shipment, pickup and courier services for prompt delivery to clients.
  • Managed office inventory by restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN
12-2021

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS
05-2013

Skills

    Psychological assessment

    Psychotherapy techniques

    Geriatric mental health

    Clinical documentation

    Treatment Planning

    Individual and group therapy

    Risk assessments

    Group therapy facilitation

    Substance abuse counseling

    Emergency response

    Cultural sensitivity

Affiliations

  • National Certified Counselor, NCC
  • Member, American Counseling Association
  • Member, Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors Association

Timeline

Certified Mental Health Counselor

Persevere
03.2023 - Current

Group Facilitator / PRN Therapist

JourneyPure
03.2023 - Current

Primary Therapist

JourneyPure
01.2022 - 03.2023

Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern

JourneyPure
04.2020 - 12.2021

Communications Analyst

UBS Financial Services
02.2019 - 03.2020

Compliance And Operational Risk Specialist

UBS Financial Services
11.2015 - 02.2019

Sales Operations Analyst

UBS Financial Services
07.2014 - 10.2015

Office Manager Legal Assistant

Alexander and Watson, P.A
01.2014 - 07.2014

Billing Clerk

Alexander and Watson, P.A
10.2013 - 12.2013

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Trevecca Nazarene University

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Alcorn State University
KATELYN DAVIS Certified Mental Health Counselor
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