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Kristyn Than

Bellingham

Summary

Licensed Mental Health Professional with extensive experience at Brigid Collins Family Support Center, and currently in Private Practice, adept at fostering collaborative engagement and cultural sensitivity. Desiring to use my experience teaching adult educational support groups to educate at a college level. Experience in creating, refining and implimenting treatment plans and enhancing family support systems, while delivering impactful psychoeducation. Strong collaborative approach and dedication to facilitating learning and growth. Reliable team player with strong skills in conflict resolution and adaptability.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Private Practice
09.2020 - Current
  • Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
  • Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
  • Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
  • Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.

Mental Health Counselor

Brigid Collins Family Support Center
04.2018 - 04.2021
  • Continually updated professional knowledge by attending conferences, trainings, and workshops related to advancements in the field of mental health counseling.
  • Evaluated client progress using standardized assessment tools, continuously refining treatment plans to address changing needs.
  • Built rapport with diverse client populations, utilizing empathetic listening skills and culturally sensitive therapeutic practices.
  • Strengthened family support systems by providing psychoeducation and facilitating open communication between patients and their loved ones.
  • Reduced crisis intervention needs by proactively monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches as necessary.
  • Responsible for developing and leading adult education in non-offending caregivers' support group.

Paraeducator, Special Education

Bellingham School District
11.2014 - 06.2018
  • Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
  • Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.

Education

Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling

Argosy University
Seattle, WA
06-2003

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology/Sociology

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
04-2000

Associate of Arts -

Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, WA
06-1998

Skills

  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Collaborative engagement
  • Student-centered learning
  • Facilitating group instruction

Certification

Certified EMDR practitioner

Trained Facilitator and Leader of Divorce Care




Timeline

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Private Practice
09.2020 - Current

Mental Health Counselor

Brigid Collins Family Support Center
04.2018 - 04.2021

Paraeducator, Special Education

Bellingham School District
11.2014 - 06.2018

Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling

Argosy University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology/Sociology

Western Washington University

Associate of Arts -

Whatcom Community College

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