Kathleen A. Faulkner, MHC
Clifton Park,NY
Summary
Empathetic Mental Health Counselor with pending licensure (fully licensed by October 2024) with 5 years of experience in mental health care and social services. Skilled in building a strong rapport with clients of diverse populations. Proficient in providing individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Knowledgeable in Client-Centered therapy, Attachment therapy, Play therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral therapy. Skilled in creating biopsychosocial assessments and experienced in conducting intake interviews. Experienced in providing mental health resources and referrals to individuals with varying mental health needs. Strong ability to adapt to the varying needs of diverse clients. Strong background in providing effective therapy and support for clients with trauma symptomology.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
ECS Psychological Servcices, PLLC
07.2023 - Current
- Conducted individual, couples, and family therapy sessions for ages 4-70.
- Maintained a caseload of over 60 clients.
- Conducted intake interviews and scheduling with providers for adults, families, couples and children.
- Reduced symptoms of Anxiety, OCD, and Depression utilizing Cognitive-Behavioral therapy.
- Reduced symptoms of anxiety in children utilizing creative and play therapy.
- Utilized behavioral therapy techniques and mindfulness exercises for children with ADHD.
- Provided therapeutic guidance sessions for parents of children to facilitate and coordinate best care for children.
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
- Implemented behavioral modification techniques for clients struggling with unhealthy patterns of behavior or thought processes contributing to their mental health challenges.
- Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
- Coordinated care with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, and other relevant healthcare providers to ensure seamless continuity of care for clients.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments and safety planning for children, adolescents and adults.
Behavioral Health Specialist
Saratoga County Department Of Social Services
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained caseload of families, parents and children within OCFS in need of mental health assessments and resources.
- Conducted individual and family assessments to assist in creating recommendations for further mental health or substance use care.
- Created and maintained connections with OCFS caseworkers and supervisors to create most effective treatment planning for families and individuals.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress in compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
- Advocated on behalf of clients with external stakeholders such as insurance companies and social service agencies, facilitating access to necessary treatments and resources.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, resulting in improved treatment planning and coordination.
- Served as a mentor for new behavioral health specialists, sharing knowledge and expertise to support their professional growth.
- Supported clients in navigating community resources when necessary, connecting them with appropriate services for further assistance.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Conducted plans of safe care for families with newborn children.
- Attended legal meetings with OCFS supervisors, caseworkers and legal attorneys related to mutual clients to best aid in further treatment planning.
Employment Specialist
Living Resources
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Engaged with clients and established trusting, collaborative relationships directed
toward the goal of competitive employment in community job settings - Provided clients with on-the-job training and employment-related support to maintain and retain employment.
- Conducted assessments, interviews and job trials with clients to develop person-centered plans for employment and support.
- Conducted individual counseling and coaching support sessions with a diverse population.
- Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements.
- Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve.
- Marketed individual skills, abilities and interests to develop potential employment opportunities and secure community employment.
- Developed and led group trainings for students on work-readiness skills
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty, therapists and social workers to address mental health and employment-related problems.
- Empowered clients through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Provided advocacy for clients within the work setting.
- Provided transportation to clients to meet varying employment needs.
Mental Health Clinician
Northern Rivers Family Of Services
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Conducted therapeutic family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 17.
- Conducted therapeutic family and individual therapy for adults ages 18 to 60.
- Conducted attachment therapy for pre-adoptive children and foster parents.
- Administered play and art therapy.
- Conducted virtual therapy.
- Provided comprehensive clinical case management services, including creating treatment plans, safety plans and comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.
- Connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Provided Independent Living Services.
- Developed and Conducted psychoeducational trainings for foster parents.
- Conducted intake interviews.
Clinical Intern
Living Resources
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Maintained a caseload of more than 10 adults with varying mental health issues, developmental/intellectual disabilities and physical disabilities.
- Worked with a team of professionals to assist in creating behavior plans for individuals with disabilities and mental health issues.
- Co-led therapy groups for individuals with disabilities and mental health issues.
- Presented conferences on mental health issues and psychiatric care within the agency.
- Attended trainings for staff working with individuals with mental health issues and disabilities.
- Provided quick crisis intervention strategies to assist clients with emergencies.
- Created and updated daily progress notes regarding clientele.
- Kept abreast of new and developing information in the mental health field by regularly attending professional conferences and workshops.
Individual Life Skills Trainer
Living Resources
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Provided individual life skills training services for organizational difficulties related to Hoarding Disorder.
Education
M.S - Mental Health Counseling
University At Albany
Albany, NY12.2018
B.S - Psychology major, History minor
University at Albany
Albany, NYSkills
- Child & Adolescent Therapy
- Play Therapy
- Building rapport
- Parent-Child relationship guidance
- Skilled at Intake Interviewing
- Biopsychosocial assessments
- Treatment plan development
- Client Documentation
- Mental Health Referrals
- Behavior Counseling
- Family therapy
- Development and Facilitation of Mental Health- related educational trainings
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Stress Management Strategies
Certification
- Mandated Reporter Training - Albany, NY
- Eating Disorders Colloquium - Albany, NY
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Substance Use Disorders Training - Albany, NY
- Screening Brief Intervention Referral to Treatment Training - Albany, NY
- Child Abuse Workshop - Albany, NY
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
ECS Psychological Servcices, PLLC
07.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Specialist
Saratoga County Department Of Social Services
07.2023 - Current
Employment Specialist
Living Resources
07.2021 - 07.2023
Mental Health Clinician
Northern Rivers Family Of Services
03.2019 - 12.2020
Individual Life Skills Trainer
Living Resources
08.2018 - 12.2019
Clinical Intern
Living Resources
01.2018 - 12.2019
M.S - Mental Health Counseling
University At Albany
B.S - Psychology major, History minor
University at Albany
- Mandated Reporter Training - Albany, NY
- Eating Disorders Colloquium - Albany, NY
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Substance Use Disorders Training - Albany, NY
- Screening Brief Intervention Referral to Treatment Training - Albany, NY
- Child Abuse Workshop - Albany, NY
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