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Kathryn Grabowski

Southbury,CT

Summary

Dynamic clinical social work professional with a strong foundation in delivering comprehensive mental health services. Proficient in implementing trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions, including CBT, DBT, EFT, and psychoeducation in educational and private practice settings. Recognized for blending clinical expertise with exceptional communication and teaching skills to empower children, families, and adults from diverse backgrounds. Committed to promoting mental wellness and resilience through tailored support and advocacy.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

MellaHealth
07.2023 - Current
  • Implement cognitive-behavioral techniques to help clients change negative thought patterns and improve their coping strategies.
  • Promote the integration of self-care practices and stress management techniques among clients, fostering resilience and overall wellbeing.
  • Maintain timely documentation of client progress, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to ethical guidelines.
  • Assist clients in developing and achieving realistic goals, leading to improved overall wellbeing.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments and developed individualized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs.
  • Expand professional knowledge through ongoing continuing education and training opportunities in the field of clinical social work.
  • Deliver culturally sensitive counseling services, fostering inclusivity and respect within diverse client populations.
  • Supervise 6 interns and gave case management feedback.
  • Assess risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
  • Assist patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.

Masters Level Social Worker

Alyson Halas Psychotherapy
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Provided trauma-informed and evidence-based psychotherapy services to diverse clients in a private practice setting
  • Completed intake evaluations using standardized assessments to provide clients with a DSM-V diagnosis
  • Monitored client progress toward treatment goals to ensure appropriate clinical interventions
  • Participated in group clinical supervision to enhance knowledge of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) interventions
  • Implemented CBT, DBT, Psychotherapy, Psychoeducation, and EFT interventions with clients
  • Treated clients with trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, Phobias, Adjustment Disorders, and many others
  • Collaborated with staff to create and change policy practices to ensure each client has an equal opportunity to access care

ASHA Certified Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant

Fairfield Public Schools
10.2017 - 06.2023
  • Worked under a licensed SLP, 37 hours a week in 4+ different elementary schools across the district
  • Followed IEP goals and objectives to provide services for students and collect data on the progress of said goals and objectives
  • Provided intervention in different service delivery models including push-in and pull-out services
  • Worked with diverse groups of students including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social-Pragmatic Language Disorders, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Various Genetic Syndromes, Phonological Processing Disorders, Fluency Disorders, Receptive/Expressive Language Disorders, and Speech Sound Disorder
  • Engaged in interprofessional collaboration with teachers, paraprofessionals, and other related services in special education
  • Administered formal articulation and expressive/receptive language screeners for students who have been refereed
  • Completed Medicaid billing for eligible students through CompuClaim
  • Communicated with cooperating speech-language pathologists, related service providers, administrators, and other support staff
  • Attended Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings

ASHA Certified Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant

Therapy Kinections LLC
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • Worked under a licensed SLP in the outpatient clinic setting with pediatric patients
  • Followed IEP goals and objectives to provide services for clients and collect data on the progress of said goals and objectives
  • Provided services to a diverse group of clients including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social-Pragmatic Language Disorders, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Various Genetic Syndromes, Phonological Processing Disorders, Fluency Disorders, Receptive/Expressive Language Disorders, and Speech Sound Disorder
  • Documented and managed case records through the completion of session notes and evaluation records
  • Collaborated with parents on how to support their children at home and updated them on their progress
  • Fostered relationships with occupational and physical therapy during co-treatment sessions
  • Developed and delegated home programming to promote the generalization of skills and maintenance of progress

Education

Master of Social Work -

Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KY
12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Communications

Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT
05.2016

Skills

  • Evidence Based Practices CBT, DBT, EFT, Psychoeducation
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Group Facilitation & Crisis Intervention
  • Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Client Intake & DSM-V Assessments
  • Pediatric & Adolescent Development
  • Medicaid Billing & Case Documentation

Certification

  • Active LCSW License in CT
  • Active CT Dept. of Education Certification #071
  • ASHA Certified Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (C-SLPA)
  • Physical/Psychological Management Training (PMT)
  • Member, National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
  • Member, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)


Timeline

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

MellaHealth
07.2023 - Current

Masters Level Social Worker

Alyson Halas Psychotherapy
12.2022 - 06.2023

ASHA Certified Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant

Therapy Kinections LLC
09.2020 - 09.2021

ASHA Certified Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant

Fairfield Public Schools
10.2017 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders

Southern Connecticut State University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Communications

Western Connecticut State University

Master of Social Work -

Campbellsville University

EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES

Alyson Halas Psychotherapy – Private Practice, CT | May 2022 – Dec 2022
Holland Hill Elementary School – Fairfield Public Schools | Aug 2021 – May 2022

  • Completed 900+ supervised clinical hours across private practice and school settings
  • Provided trauma-informed psychotherapy using CBT, DBT, EFT, and psychoeducation
  • Conducted intake evaluations, DSM-V diagnoses, and progress monitoring
  • Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions, supporting children, adolescents, and adults
  • Collaborated with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary teams to promote student well-being and IEP success

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