Koreema J. Walden
Summary
Dynamic Outpatient Clinical Program Director with a proven track record at Visions Adolescent Treatment Center, showcasing expertise in clinical operations oversight and family systems therapy. Spearheaded program management and therapeutic interventions, significantly enhancing treatment outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional leadership in supervising clinical teams and advancing substance abuse treatment methodologies for adolescent clients and their families.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Clinical Program Director and Primary Therapist/Case Manager
Visions Adolescent Treatment Center
06.2013 - Current
- Manage outpatient program, supervise clinical team, and create procedures and policies
- Participate in team planning and treatment teams of adolescent clients and their families and conduct adolescent intake evaluations with co-occurring disorders
- Work as part of a team to assist in the client's transitional process throughout the phases of the treatment program (inpatient/outpatient)
- This responsibility may include but is not limited to monitoring client clinical progress, assessment and modification of treatment needs/goals, and promotion of positive pro-social activities for my and other clients
- Provide direct treatment and case management of adolescent clients in individual and group settings and conduct individual sessions
- Facilitate and co-facilitate group therapy for clients with drug and alcohol dependency and/or strictly Mental Health issues, as well as family support groups
- Provide family counseling in relationship to the treatment of the client as well as the family system
- Clinical documentation of all services via EMR computer software
MFT Trainee/MFT Intern
AU Counseling Center in Culver City
08.2008 - 06.2013
- Training at AUCC (8/09 - 2013), Grandview Elementary - LAUSD (8/08 - 12/09), and DaVinci High School (01/12- 06/2013)
- Interview and observe individuals and/or their families to obtain a family, psycho-social, medical, and mental health treatment history.
- Establish a tentative treatment plan designed to resolve or cope with mental, emotional, and social problems.
- Confer with the clinical supervisor and other therapists to analyze individual cases and coordinate counseling services as needed.
- Maintain weekly SOAP or case notes that include goals, activities, progress notes, evaluations, and recommendations.
- Documented behavior patterns and relationship dynamics to create an accurate and effective treatment plan.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, diagnoses, treatments, outcomes, and progress notes in accordance with agency policies.
- Collaborated with social workers to support patients.
MFT Clinical Intern
New Directions - Veterans Administration in Westwood
05.2011 - 08.2012
- Work with the military population (vets) in substance abuse residential treatment.
- Addressed the clinical needs of our population, with a focus on substance abuse treatment, military life, and coping with civilian life, as well as trauma.
- Complete psychosocial assessments for new clients; provide individual psychotherapy, progress notes, and treatment plans
- Experience and knowledge in working with trauma and PTSD, diverse populations, especially those with co-occurring disorders
- Provide crisis intervention, therapeutic interventions, and treatment planning, particularly as relevant to our population.
- Understanding the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and other fellowships.
Program Coordinator
Antioch University
01.2003 - 01.2013
- Provide excellent administrative support to the Bachelor’s in Liberal Studies academic program, the program chair, and the faculty on campus.
- Manage the program's budget, executing paperwork for authorized expenses, travel reimbursements, line-to-line transfers, and requests for additional funds over the budget.
- Serve as a liaison with adjunct faculty, communicating about hiring, scheduling, and other programmatic issues.
- Onboard all new adjunct hires, and manage quarterly adjunct payroll worksheets and contracts.
- Oversaw the development and distribution of program materials, ensuring quality and accuracy.
- Coordinated meetings with stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of program initiatives.
- Organized special events related to the promotion or awareness of the program's mission or purpose.
Academic College Advisor-Associate Faculty
Antioch University
01.2009 - 08.2012
- Advised students on course selection and academic pathways.
- Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Advised students on various issues, including financial aid opportunities, tutoring services, and study abroad programs.
- Evaluated student needs and developed educational plans, fostering academic progress.
- Collaborated with faculty to address students' academic concerns.
Education
Psy.D - Doctoral Student
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Los Angeles, CA02-2027
M.A. - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University Los Angeles
09.2009
Skills
- Clinical operations oversight
- Supervision and consultation
- Program management
- Therapeutic area expertise
- Substance abuse treatment
- Child and adolescent counseling
- Family systems therapy
- Assessment and diagnosis
Certification
- Marriage Family Therapist Licensed, #111433
- California Association of Alcohol/Drug Educators - CATC IV, #4645-I
- Brainspotting Training, 3 years
References
- Dr. Eric Day, Former Clinical Supervisor, 310-210-3105
- Garth LeMaster, Colleague, 310-779-5353
Timeline
Outpatient Clinical Program Director and Primary Therapist/Case Manager
Visions Adolescent Treatment Center
06.2013 - Current
MFT Clinical Intern
New Directions - Veterans Administration in Westwood
05.2011 - 08.2012
Academic College Advisor-Associate Faculty
Antioch University
01.2009 - 08.2012
MFT Trainee/MFT Intern
AU Counseling Center in Culver City
08.2008 - 06.2013
Program Coordinator
Antioch University
01.2003 - 01.2013
Psy.D - Doctoral Student
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
M.A. - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University Los Angeles
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