Katherine Bernecker
Hackettstown,NJ
Summary
Highly motivated to develop skills necessary to effectively administer counseling to those in need. Solutions-oriented Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong work ethic and exhibiting positive attitude. Offering two-year background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for children, adolescents, and adults suffering from mental and emotional health difficulties. Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Collaborative and team-oriented professional quickly establishes trust and rapport with patients. Certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR).
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Chester Psychotherapy Group
08.2024 - Current
- Provide supervised services to children, adolescents, and adults including counseling, assessment, and treatment planning while adhering to ethical and professional guidelines.
- Enhanced client experience by providing empathetic and attentive counseling sessions.
- Established clear boundaries with clients while maintaining a compassionate presence during difficult conversations or moments of emotional distress.
Manager/Server
Mini Mac Diner
01.2010 - Current
- Manage dining room of small diner
- Increased restaurant revenue by upselling menu items and promoting daily specials.
- Handled high-pressure situations with poise, ensuring a positive experience for both staff and customers.
- Closed out cash drawer at end of each shift, reconciling totals and resolving discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Center for Assessment and Treatment
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Provide supervised services to children, adolescents and adults including counseling, assessment, and treatment planning while adhering to ethical and professional guidelines.
- Maintained timely and accurate documentation, ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines and best practices in mental health counseling.
- Implemented creative therapeutic interventions tailored to individual client needs, promoting positive change and personal growth.
- Participated in case conferences, actively contributing ideas for effective treatment planning based on assessment data findings.
Case Worker
Mental Health Association of Morris County
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Educated and guided patient caregivers and next of kin on the best aftercare upon patient discharge
- Participated in the admission, discharge, and transfer of patients
- Offered multiple care services
- Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
- Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines, and recommendations.
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health And Addiction Counseling
Centenary University
Hackettstown, NJ03.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ01.2001
Associate of Arts - Psychology
County College of Morris
Randolph, NJ01.1999
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Counseling techniques
- Treatment planning
- Client relationship management
- Case documentation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Outstanding communication skills
- Research and analysis
- Interpersonal and social skills
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Chester Psychotherapy Group
08.2024 - Current
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Center for Assessment and Treatment
08.2023 - 12.2023
Manager/Server
Mini Mac Diner
01.2010 - Current
Case Worker
Mental Health Association of Morris County
01.2000 - 01.2002
Master of Arts - Mental Health And Addiction Counseling
Centenary University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
County College of Morris
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