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Katie Pors-Boitz

Katie Pors-Boitz

Bethlehem,PA

Summary

Compassionate and empathic PA State Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive knowledge of college counseling principles and practices. Adept at creating individualized treatment plans, enhance emotional processing and facilitation of behavioral psycho-social interventions. Passionate in supporting mental and behavioral health through the pivotal development of Identity formation. Committed to creating safe, enriching environments for all clients at every stage of change.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Staff Counselor

Muhlenberg College Counseling Services
01.2017 - Current
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement. Maintained accurate documentation of 40+ unique caseload interactions, assessments and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering their sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
  • Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA
05.2015

Skills

  • Intake Interviewing and Rapport Building
  • Mental Health Support
  • Client Advocacy
  • Crisis Intervention Techniques
  • Behavior Monitoring
  • Radical Emotional Acceptance
  • Psycho-education
  • Suicide Assessment and Prevention
  • Treatment Planning
  • Multicultural Awareness
  • LGBTQIA Identity Development
  • Grief and Bereavement Counseling

Affiliations

  • American Counseling Association
  • National Board of Certified Counselors
  • Lehigh Valley Psychological and Counseling Association

Timeline

Professional Staff Counselor

Muhlenberg College Counseling Services
01.2017 - Current

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
Katie Pors-Boitz