KIMBERLY TAYLOR

• Utilized evidence-based treatments such as EMDR, ERPT, CBT, DBT, Somatic Therapy and Mindfulness
• Performed risk assessment evaluations for suicidal or homicidal ideation among clients.
• Advised individuals regarding medication compliance, lifestyle changes, stress reduction techniques.

• Provided counseling services to client via telehealth audio and video.
• Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
• Developed individual courses of treatment for each patient by evaluating goals, mental health and practical conditions.
• Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.

• Provided individual teletherapy to clients using secure, HIPAA-compliant video platforms.
• Utilized evidence-based practices such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, and Mindfulness to address a wide range of mental health concerns.
• Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans tailored to client goals.
• Maintained accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with ethical and legal standards.
• Collaborated with Headway’s care coordination team to ensure smooth client onboarding and engagement.
• Participated in continuing education to maintain licensure and stay current with clinical best practices.

• Provided psychoeducation on topics such as stress management, anger management, parenting skills.
• Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
• Developed individualized therapeutic interventions based on diagnosis and best practices in the field of mental health counseling.

• Provided culturally-sensitive, individual counseling sessions to clients in English and Spanish
• Conducted assessments and developed treatment plans
• Facilitated family therapy sessions
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care
• Maintained accurate and up-to-date client records
• Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss cases, review treatment options and provide updates on client progress.
• Adapted therapies according to individual needs by incorporating creative elements such as art or music into sessions.
• Educated clients on healthy coping strategies, stress management techniques and lifestyle modifications.
• Conducted psychosocial assessments to identify areas of need and develop appropriate interventions.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in the development of clinical care plans.
• Counseled family members to assist in understanding, dealing with or supporting clients or patients.
• Met with probation officers and police to exchange necessary information during treatment process.

• Offered socio-emotional guidance, academic advising, and classroom presentations
• Implemented restorative practices to promote positive behavior and conflict resolution
• Conducted weekly life skills groups for students in socialization, anger management, and school adjustment (K-4)
• Contributed as a member of the school leadership team to support event planning, fundraisers, and school improvement initiatives
• Administered state-mandated and district testing, including WIDA (ELL testing) and Career Cruising
• Participated in the Parent Visitation Program, conducting one visit per semester to Spanish-speaking households
• Provided English/Spanish translation services for parents and school personnel
• Facilitated a Support Group in Spanish/Arabic in collaboration with the Office of Bilingual Education
• Assisted the Dean of Culture with PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) initiatives and organizing fundraisers for PBIS incentives
• Instructed a weekly conversational Spanish elective for middle school students as part of the PBL (Project-Based Learning) program
• Identified and guided students for enrichment opportunities such as Wolverine Pathways, DAPCEP, and summer programs
• Supported students through the application process for enrichment programs

• Conducted annual assessments and evaluations
• Facilitated the treatment planning process and coordinated care
• Provided individual, family, brief-solutions focused, and EAP counseling utilizing CBT, TF-CBT, and DBT-related approaches
• Coordinated documents for SSI, DHHS, disability, FMLA, IEP, and 504 plans
• Facilitated the treatment planning process and coordinated care
• Prepared documents for SSI, DHHS, disability, FMLA, IEP, and 504 plan

• Conducted online, individual counseling sessions to adults and teenagers domestically and internationally.
• Employed Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Interfaith/Spiritual Counseling.
• Counseled clients from the Catholic community and beyond on issues of depression, anxiety, family, marriage and substance abuse.
• Conducted intake assessments and case management.

• Implemented an online, interactive curriculum and platform to teach Spanish 1
• Utilized the Naviance system to serve as an eleventh grade Advisor

• Provided individual therapy and brief interventions for the Substance Use Program and Integrative Health Program
• Designed curriculum for and facilitated Spanish and English-speaking groups on school-based prevention, relapse prevention, co-occurring disorders, art-based therapy, pain management, smoking cessation, and codependency
• Promoted program to individual and community stakeholders via outreach and scheduled presentations
• Presented for site-specific mental health issues on professional development days

• Completed risk assessments, mental health screenings, and individual service plans.
• Provided weekly individual and group counseling for UACs
• Collaborated with case managers and the Office of Refugee Resettlement to reunify UACs with suitable family members or federally authorized guardians/sponsors
• Assessed relationships between family members and sponsors in the USA and countries of origin with the UACs for the suitability of placement
• Created safety plans and recommendations for the UACs to transition them back into domestic life
• Assisted with and participating in recreational programs for UACs

• This is a self-created position. The candidate collaborated with Program Director of Park West Foundation - Blue Babies to deliver programs and services that promote self-sufficiency and meaningful pathways for foster care youth who have aged out of the system.
• Provided transition plans, trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, brief counseling.
• Assisted the Program Director with events funded by DHHS-Michigan Youth Opportunity Initiative and Blue Babies for Foster Care Youth, such as foster care holiday events, Girls Prom, Foster Care Graduation Ceremony, Detroit-Toronto Foster Care Youth Exchange Weekend, college prep workshops and mental health retreats.

Delivered contractor services for agencies specializing in the treatment o individuals with severe mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders for Assertive Community Treatment

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• Provided academic and socio-emotional counseling for grades 5-9
• Facilitated daily, life skills groups on academic success, peer mentoring
• program, and coping skills
• Led Restorative Circles as a part of the post-disciplinary process,
• classroom community building, and conflict resolution
• Served as a faculty member of the School Culture and Climate
• committee
• Represented the Middle Academy at local community engagements and
• recruitment fairs
• Wrote and oversaw the implementation of Section 504
• Performed academic intervention checks for academically, at-risk, SED,
• and impaired students
• Presented and trained staff during school in-services and staff meetings
• Coordinated Honors Assembly and 8th grade promotion ceremony
• Supervised and mentored graduate counseling intern
• Responded to state and government mandated reports
• Occasionally translated in Spanish for school personnel and families

• Delivered mental health and substance abuse therapy to mentally ill/co-
• occurring children, adults, families, and offenders within a collaborative,
• interdisciplinary treatment court program.
• Provided intensive therapeutic and case management services to
• Spanish-speaking youth (Ages 4-19) and their families, in the clinic or
• community, including:
• Conducted intake evaluations and psychological assessments
• Advocated for clients and provided services in school and community
• settings with SED and DD
• Implemented crisis plans and interventions
• Coordinated therapeutic treatment with psychiatrists, physicians, juvenile
• justice, and partnering agencies
• Transitioned SED adolescents from child outpatient to adult outpatient as
• a Cornerstone Program Therapist
• Created curriculum for and co-facilitated a group for alienated teens and teenage TF-CBT group (Cornerstone Program)

• Implemented and facilitated the Peer Motivation, Peer Mentor and Focus FAMILY Programs at local high schools, middle schools, and gathering centers in Southwest Detroit.
• Assisted with the spiritual retreat process to reach young adult leadership, ages 18-35 and adult leadership (ages 36+) in the various multi-cultural communities of Detroit area.
• Served as organization spokesperson in the local community and conducted home visits.
• Recruited volunteers, interns, potential board members, and program participants through networking, resource fairs, inter-agency referrals, presentations and community organizing events.
• Partnered with the Board of Trustees in fundraising events.

• Provided person-centered, outpatient therapy to recovering substance
• abusers during weekday evenings
• Led Sunday didactic groups for residential program
• Conducted Sunday Family Visitors’ Program Orientation and presentations
• on relapse, recovery, codependency, and family support
• Created treatment plans
• Prepared monthly probation reports

• Offered weekly life skills groups on anger management, socialization for DD, and goal-setting for upper elementary and middle school.
• Chaired the Response to Intervention Team.
• Advised students and parents on personal and academic issues.
• Delivered classroom presentations on bullying and academic concerns.
• Recognized in the July 2012 issue of The Detroit Teacher for organizing the annual Earhart Career Day.
• Established and maintained partnerships with community agencies, such as Wayne State University GEAR UP, Wayne Mediation Center, Latino Family Services, LA SED and Neighborhood Service Organization to service the school.
• Completed written reports, as needed by supervisors, federal, state, and local agencies.
• Translated and interpreted in Spanish for school personnel.

• Taught Spanish 1, 2, & 4 at Berkley High School and Exploratory Spanish and Spanish 1 at Anderson Middle School.
• Co-wrote curriculum with colleagues based upon Michigan MERIT Curriculum.
• Served as Faculty Sponsor for Berkley High School Rotary Club Interact, overseeing student-led community projects and food drives.
• Sponsored the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Conference at the University of Guelph in Ridgetown, Ontario, Canada.
• Organized and led the first annual Spanish cultural excursions to Chicago's Pilsen and Little Village from 2003 - 2008 through Travel Adventures, with approximately 30 students and parents attending each year.
• Founded the first Spanish Club at the middle school level, engaging an average of 20 students yearly in cultural projects and field trips to Mexican Town in Detroit.