Kiera Buter
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Functionally Integrative LCHMC-A with three years of mental health experience, dedicated to implementing holistic and effective treatments for adolescents aged 12 + to adulthood. Passionate about addressing the interconnected aspects of mental and physical wellness while seeking to leverage academic training and clinical experience to support individuals striving to make a meaningful difference in their overall well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Qualified Professional/Case Manager
Empowerment Quality Care Services - Psychosocial Rehabilitation
01.2024 - Current
- Conducts psychoeducation sessions for clients with mental health disabilities across the spectrum to enhance daily independent living skills and increase peer socialization
- Adheres to professional codes of ethics and legal regulations including HIPAA
- Maintains accurate and confidential records of client assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and compliance within legal and ethical standards
- Advocate for clients' rights and access to appropriate mental health services and community resources to improve quality of living
- Provides evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions tailored to client's specific needs and goals within a Person-Centered/Cognitive Behavioral Therapy framework.
Graduate Clinical Intern/ Wellness Practitioner
Ashakti Wellness and Yoga PLLC
Charlotte, NC
08.2022 - Current
- Conducts individual counseling sessions, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address clients' mental health concerns with multicultural consideration
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering trusting relationships with clients and colleagues
- Maintains clinical case notes, client assessments, and evaluations for proper billing while maintaining accurate and confidential records in compliance with ACA Code of Ethics and state guidelines
- Developed and facilitated clinical mental health groups to be administered within the Charlotte community, which included collaborating with community partners to have an expansive resource pool for clients
- Utilizes subtle energy fields to incorporate holistic treatment plans for clients
- Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care and coordinated services for clients.
Guidance Specialist
ComPsych Guidance Resources
Charlotte, NC
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Provides crisis stabilization and immediate emotional support though active listening skills and de-escalation modalities
- Maintains complete and accurate documentation of comprehensive intake assessments within the clinical database
- Follows established protocols for assessing suicide and risk to provide appropriate intervention and support for those expressing crisis
- Utilizes critical thinking and problem skills to resolve quick service issues and ensure client satisfaction
- Provide intuitive mental health assessments to identify appropriate resources for clients' presenting issues
- Assess clinical concerns through comprehensive clinical intake assessments.
Peer Advocate
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Worked alongside the Title IX division of the Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion to serve as peer support for students facing Title IX discrepancies
- Represented WVU and the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by working with faculty and administration to develop programming to support education on issues pertaining to power-based violence
- Created and promoted training for future Peer Advocates as a Senior Level Advocate using MS Word, MS PowerPoint and Prezi to be utilized by the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Assisted in delivering Diversity and Safe Sex trainings for WVU students, faculty, and additional community members
- Delivered public speaking presentation at Sexual Assault Symposium for West Virginia government and local leaders.
Education
Master of Arts in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health -
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sport And Exercise Psychology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.2021
Skills
- Case Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Empathy and Cultural Sensitivity Training
- LGBTQ Allyship Trained
- Group and Individual Counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Community Outreach
Certification
- North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor-Associates
- Level 1 and 2 Reiki Practitioner
- Certified Cannabis Advisor
- CPR and First Aid Certification
Honors Committees
- Addiction Student representative for Mu Tau Beta chapter of Chi Sigma Iota 2022-2023
- UNC Charlotte Black Mental Health Task Force August 2022-2023
- Financial and Corresponding Secretary for Omicron Upsilon Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 2020-2021
- National Society of Leadership and Success Inducted February 2019-Present
Degree
MA
Tools Frameworks
- Therapy Notes
- WellSky
Personal Information
License: LCMHC-A
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Qualified Professional/Case Manager
Empowerment Quality Care Services - Psychosocial Rehabilitation
01.2024 - Current
Guidance Specialist
ComPsych Guidance Resources
10.2023 - 01.2024
Graduate Clinical Intern/ Wellness Practitioner
Ashakti Wellness and Yoga PLLC
08.2022 - Current
Peer Advocate
West Virginia University
08.2018 - 05.2021
Master of Arts in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health -
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Bachelor of Science - Sport And Exercise Psychology
West Virginia University
- North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor-Associates
- Level 1 and 2 Reiki Practitioner
- Certified Cannabis Advisor
- CPR and First Aid Certification
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