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Katie Witten

Wolfville,Canada

Summary

Empathetic Registered Counselling Therapist - Candidate committed to providing holistic, compassionate and effective care. Offering a client-focused practice style that emphasizes active participation in the development of treatment plans. Successful in establishing strong therapeutic alliance and rapport with clients while maintaining appropriate boundaries.

Compassionate Clinical Therapist with proven expertise in supporting clients through wide-ranging concerns and situations. Trained in Emotion Focused Family Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Suicide Intervention Training, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and other therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices. Devoted to helping each individual work through trauma, anxiety and other mental health concerns.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Practice Therapist

Katie Witten Counselling
Wolfville, CA
02.2023 - Current
  • Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.
  • Built and fostered strong therapeutic rapport and relationships with clients, offering validation, compassion and support
  • Provided psychotherapy services to clients utilizing evidence based therapeutic techniques.
  • Created progress reports for each client detailing their progress towards their goals.
  • Maintained accurate records of all client visits including notes on interventions and outcomes.
  • Engaged in professional development activities such as attending workshops and conferences related to mental health counseling practices.
  • Adhered to ethical guidelines set forth by provincial licensing boards for the practice of counselling therapy.
  • Performed crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute emotional distress.
  • Taught clients anxiety management techniques, mindfulness skill and coping skills.
  • Utilized emerging Emotion Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognivite Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Thearpy as treatment approaches.

Clinical Therapist

Nova Scotia Health Authority
Kentville, NS
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Worked as part of the Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Addictions Team
  • Developed individualized treatment plans that addressed the specific needs of clients.
  • Conducted initial assessments and created an effective therapeutic relationship with clients and families.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on topics such as anxiety management, behavioural concerns, and emotion regulation.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
  • Assisted clients in developing healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with stressors in their lives.
  • Educated family members about mental health issues and how to provide support for their loved one.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress using electronic medical records software.
  • Communicated regularly with psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers regarding client's treatment plans.
  • Advised patients on medication compliance and monitored changes in behavior or emotional state due to medications prescribed by psychiatrists or primary care physicians.
  • Counseled individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD and other mental health concerns.
  • Performed crisis intervention services when necessary to ensure safety of the client or others.
  • Facilitated psychoeducation classes on topics such as communication skills, boundary setting and problem solving.
  • Provided referrals to community resources such as housing assistance programs or vocational rehabilitation services.
  • Monitored client's progress towards goals set within the treatment plan.
  • Participated in weekly case reviews with clinical team members to discuss best practices for patient care.
  • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities related to current trends in psychotherapy practice.
  • Created discharge summaries summarizing progress made during course of therapy.

Clinical Therapist

SMB Counselling
Bedford, NS
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Provided evidence-based treatment to individuals, couples and families.
  • Monitored client's progress towards goals set within the treatment plan.
  • Responded effectively in crisis situations to deliver skilled support and stabilize situations.
  • Offered individual counseling to individuals and family members to help work through depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and eating disorders.
  • Completed detailed documentation of sessions, client notes and recommendations.
  • Evaluated clients' interests, abilities and needs alongside clinical presentations to develop targeted treatment plans.

Team Therapist

Change Creates Change Eating Disorder Care
10.2021 - 07.2022
  • Conducted intake assessments for individuals living with an eating disorder, primarily the pediatric population, and their families
  • Assessed educational needs and the presence of barriers to learning
  • Provided psychotherapy for individuals and groups, taking into consideration any adaptations to teaching methods necessary to meet client learning needs
  • Utilized assessment and evaluation techniques that consider the varied needs of age-specific populations as well as cultural, religious, and ethnic concerns
  • Conducted cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, family based therapy, emotion focused family therapy, and other evidence-based therapeutic modalities in group or individual settings
  • Provided appropriate follow-ups in accordance with the client's treatment goals, referring clients for higher level of care as appropriate
  • Completed appropriate and timely documentation that summarizes the treatment plan in the client's medical record, including biopsychosocial assessment, plan, implementation, and progress towards goals.

Program and Communications Assistant

Blomidon Naturalist Society & Flying Squirrel Adventures
09.2021 - 03.2022
  • Supported communications and outreach, Supported the promotion of nature events and programs through various social media channels and local marketing channels
  • Supported and led the design of communications tools (e.g
  • Posters, web content, banners, etc.); Led preparation of the monthly newsletter (Mailchimp); Led Flying Squirrel Adventures' social media's presence with posts and updates, organized website updates and maintenance esp
  • Related to new events/programs
  • Helped plan and facilitate various nature programs for children, youth and adults
  • Supported the promotion and administration of various nature programs run by FSA, including taking registrations and other preparatory tasks
  • Supported FSA's Equity and Inclusion mandate
  • Worked with FSA team to create and implement a diversity, equity, inclusion and justice strategy.

Counselling Intern

Mount Saint Vincent University Counselling Services
03.2021 - 06.2021
  • Established strong therapeutic relationships with clients and met regularly with clients to provide personal counselling
  • Conducted intakes that included biopsychosocial assessments; Documented client progress in confidential files
  • Cooperatively established therapeutic goals with client to meet their needs; applied elements of various therapeutic approaches to provide appropriate care for client
  • Applied appropriate counselling assessments, evaluations and interventions in alignment with the CCPA Code of Ethics
  • Facilitated group counselling sessions focused on self-care and emotional well-being, acceptance commitment therapy, and other relevant topics.

Supervisor, Mentor, and Lead Interior Access Point Attendant

Algonquin Provincial Park (Ontario Parks - Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks)
04.2019 - 11.2019
  • Managed and supervised staff; included scheduling, training, conflict resolution, staff meeting facilitation, performance appraisal reviews, and overall staff management
  • Mentored staff and students which involved meeting with them regularly on a one-on-one basis and providing counselling support
  • Developed and implemented training programs; communicated effectively with staff and customers, provided high-quality customer service by answering questions, delivering information, and resolving visitor comments/complaints
  • Developed and presented engaging natural heritage and environmental education programs
  • Assisted in marketing campaigns and created content for social media platforms, blogs and direct mail campaigns.

Educational Assistant and Supply Teacher

Ottawa Catholic School Board
  • Supervised and taught students between grades kindergarten -grade six
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with unique learning needs.

Park Warden

Algonquin Provincial Park (Ontario Parks - Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry)
  • Enforced policies and legislation under the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act, Liquor License Act, Canada Criminal Code, and Highway Traffic Act (included writing, delivering and filing provincial offense notices)
  • Delivered engaging presentations on park conservation issues and policies
  • Provided immediate aid and assistance in first response emergencies
  • Provided high-quality customer service by answering questions, delivering information, and resolving visitor comments/complaints.

Gate Attendant

Lake Superior Provincial Park (Ontario Parks - Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry)

Barista and Marketing Assistant

Equator Coffee Roasters, Almonte, ON

Writing Tutor

The Writing Centre, Redeemer University College

Education

Master of Education in Counselling -

Acadia University
08.2021

Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree -

Redeemer University College
12.2015

Skills

  • Individual Counselling
  • Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
  • Emotion Focused Family Therapy
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Emotional Awareness
  • Emotion Regulation Skills
  • Therapy and Counselling
  • Client Interviewing
  • Family Counselling
  • Group Therapy

Professional Development And Certifications

  • First Aid + Level C CPR & AED; Oxygen Training
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • NS Driver's License

Pronouns

  • she/her/hers

Awards

  • Placed on Dean's Honours List and granted scholarship for academic excellence
  • Obtained the following scholarships: Scholarship for Leadership from Redeemer University College (2011-2012); Scholarship for Academic Excellence from the Royal Canadian Mint; Board of Governor's scholarship for Academic Excellence; Wolter's Worldview scholarship from Redeemer University College

Volunteer Experience

  • Algonquin Park's Health and Wellness Committee, 2016, 2019, Included organizing health and wellness events for summer students (i.e. hikes in the park to promote forest therapy, outdoor yoga classes, barbecues), Included meeting with students regularly one-on-one to discuss a wide range of personal issues and mental health and wellbeing concerns
  • Cross Culture Committee, 2011, 2015, Included attending weekly events with City Kidz, Helping Hands and Living Rock Youth Shelter to meet with children and youth (included mentoring opportunities, leading community outreach programs, working in soup kitchens, etc.)
  • World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms, 08/2013, 12/2013

References

References available upon request.

Certification

  • Registered Counselling Therapist - Candidate with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists
  • Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Languages

English
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Private Practice Therapist

Katie Witten Counselling
02.2023 - Current

Clinical Therapist

Nova Scotia Health Authority
08.2022 - 12.2023

Clinical Therapist

SMB Counselling
08.2022 - 01.2023

Team Therapist

Change Creates Change Eating Disorder Care
10.2021 - 07.2022

Program and Communications Assistant

Blomidon Naturalist Society & Flying Squirrel Adventures
09.2021 - 03.2022

Counselling Intern

Mount Saint Vincent University Counselling Services
03.2021 - 06.2021

Supervisor, Mentor, and Lead Interior Access Point Attendant

Algonquin Provincial Park (Ontario Parks - Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks)
04.2019 - 11.2019

Educational Assistant and Supply Teacher

Ottawa Catholic School Board

Park Warden

Algonquin Provincial Park (Ontario Parks - Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry)

Gate Attendant

Lake Superior Provincial Park (Ontario Parks - Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry)

Barista and Marketing Assistant

Equator Coffee Roasters, Almonte, ON

Writing Tutor

The Writing Centre, Redeemer University College

Master of Education in Counselling -

Acadia University

Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree -

Redeemer University College

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