Kimberly Cohens
Starke
Summary
Solutions-oriented Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong work ethic and exhibiting positive attitude. Offering 20 + years background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for children, adolescents and adults suffering from mental and emotional health illnesses. Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Collaborative and team-oriented professional quickly establishes trust and rapport with patients.
Professional counselor with solid background in delivering therapeutic support and mental health interventions. Skilled in individual and group therapy, crisis management, and developing personalized treatment plans. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork, adaptability, and achieving client-centered outcomes. Known for empathy, active listening, and fostering supportive environment.
Clinical mental health professional with proven track record of providing compassionate and effective mental health care. Known for high standards and results-driven approach, consistently collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve client goals. Reliable and adaptable, possesses expertise in therapeutic modalities and strong interpersonal skills valued by employers.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Counselor
Thriveworks-Gainesville
Gainesville, FL
03.2025 - Current
- Provide individual therapy to adult and children remotely/in-person office setting.
- Educated clients and families about mental health conditions and available resources.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to promote emotional well-being.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting treatment plans to meet evolving needs and goals.
- Mentored junior counselors, enhancing team effectiveness through knowledge sharing and support.
- Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution.
Mental Health Counselor
COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTHCARE, INC
Starke, FL
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution.
- Continually updated professional knowledge by attending conferences, trainings, and workshops related to advancements in the field of mental health counseling.
- Reduced crisis intervention needs by proactively monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches as necessary.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Developed individualized goal-setting tools to empower patients in taking ownership of their progress towards improved mental health.
- Evaluated client progress using standardized assessment tools, continuously refining treatment plans to address changing needs.
- Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
- Enhanced patient engagement through the implementation of group therapy sessions focused on coping strategies and emotional regulation.
- Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from various diseases and issues.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on comprehensive client assessments.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to foster peer support and enhance coping skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and improve client outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention strategies to manage acute mental health situations effectively.
ESE Teacher
Bradford County School District
Starke, FL
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Implemented research-based interventions to address skill deficits in reading, math, and other academic subjects.
- Served as a mentor and role model for fellow teachers seeking guidance in working with ESE students.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize achievement.
- Advocated for the needs of ESE students within the broader school community, raising awareness about inclusive practices and accommodations.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with specific academic or behavioral challenges.
Director of Social Services
Salvation Army
Philadelphia, PA
09.2018 - 08.2022
- Facilitated open communication between staff members, promoting teamwork and collaborative problem-solving approaches to challenges faced by clients.
- Established preliminary and comprehensive assessment for social service needs of consumers.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by diligently monitoring policies and procedures within the department.
- Collaborated with department managers to correct and improve services.
- Provided crisis intervention support when needed; demonstrating empathy, compassion and resourcefulness to serve clients in times of distress.
- Coordinated with community stakeholders for successful implementation of social and community service initiatives.
- Utilized grant writing skills to secure additional program funding.
- Led program development initiatives to enhance community outreach and support services.
- Supervised team of social workers, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA07.1997
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL09.1995
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Individual Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Suicide Prevention
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Clinical Documentation
- Mental health evaluations
- Psychotherapy Techniques
- Substance abuse support
- Motivational Interviewing
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) expert
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- PTSD specialist
- Anger Management
- CPR/AED
- Individual counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Suicide prevention
- Individual and group counseling
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical interventions
- Multicultural competence
- Expertise in crisis intervention techniques
- Therapeutic interventions
- Risk assessments
- Community resources
- Patient advocacy
- Cultural sensitivity
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Care coordination
- Group therapy facilitation
- Motivational interviewing
- Family systems theory
- Case documentation
- Biopsychosocial assessments
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) expert
- Art therapy integration
- Solution-focused brief therapy
- Child and adolescent counseling
- Play therapy techniques
- Flexible schedule
- Patient referrals
- Empathy development
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Dual diagnoses expert
- Family counseling
- Anger management
- Grief counseling
- Community resources specialist
- Psychosocial assessment
- Behavior modification
- Social skills teacher
- Marriage and family therapy
- Superior communication skills
- Substance abuse treatment
Certification
ADVANCED TRAUMA INFORMED THERAPY
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor
Thriveworks-Gainesville
03.2025 - Current
Mental Health Counselor
COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTHCARE, INC
01.2024 - 07.2024
ESE Teacher
Bradford County School District
08.2023 - 12.2023
Director of Social Services
Salvation Army
09.2018 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Pennsylvania