Katherine Joy Freeman, LMFT
CA
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Marriage and Family therapist for 23 years with advanced training in evidence-based and trauma informed therapies. Excel at listening, empathy, and communication, ensuring effective therapy outcomes and positive patient rapport. Competent in assessing clients, investigating concerns and helping each person work through issues, build coping techniques and prepare for future triggering situations. Devoted to client well-being and protection from harm.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
TeleHealth Psychotherapist
Julieann Myers Center for Healthy Change
Del Mar, CA
04.2015 - Current
- Assess client needs by conducting initial intake interviews.
- Develop individualized treatment plans for clients, incorporating evidence-based interventions to meet clients' specific needs and identified goals
- Participate in professional development activities, such as attending workshops or conferences.
- Refer clients to external resources for additional support. Maintain accurate records of all clinical activities using electronic medical record software.
Psychotherapist
Kaiser Permanente Department of Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine
San Diego, CA
01.2003 - 01.2016
- Provided psychotherapy services using a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients, incorporating evidence-based interventions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to address mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Conducted crisis intervention sessions in order to de-escalate situations and provide support for clients in need.
- Educated clients on healthy coping strategies to reduce stress levels and improve overall well-being.
- Monitored client progress throughout the course of treatment and adjusted therapeutic approaches accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of all clinical activities using electronic medical record software.
Psychotherapist
San Diego Youth and Community Services
San Diego, CA
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Clinical Director: responsible for starting a new clinic developed for foster children and their families.
- Hired, trained, and supervised all staff and interns.
- Directed, coordinated and evaluated activities of staff and interns engaged in patient assessment and treatment.
- Consulted with other professionals and agencies to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources and techniques.
- Evaluated clients' interests, abilities and needs alongside clinical presentations to develop targeted treatment plans.
- Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
Education
Master’s Degree - Marriage and Family Therapy
University of San Diego
05.1998
Skills
- Mood Disorders
- Trauma
- Grief and Loss support
- Divorce support
- ADHD
- Relationship issues
- Life Transitions
- Adjustment Issues
- Recovery Issues
- PTSD
- Codependency
- Independent Living Skills
- Chronic Pain support
- Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Family System Therapies
- Solutions- Focused Therapies
- Attachment Therapies
- Psychodynamic Therapies
- Somatic Therapies
- Mindfulness
- Meditation
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma Resiliency Model
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
- Registered Yoga Instructor (RYI)
- Certified Qigong Teaching
Personal Information
License: LMFT #38449
Timeline
TeleHealth Psychotherapist
Julieann Myers Center for Healthy Change
04.2015 - Current
Psychotherapist
Kaiser Permanente Department of Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine
01.2003 - 01.2016
Psychotherapist
San Diego Youth and Community Services
01.2001 - 01.2002
Master’s Degree - Marriage and Family Therapy
University of San Diego
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