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Ladale Benson

Salisbury,NC

Summary

Dynamic counselor with extensive experience at Eckert Connects, skilled in crisis intervention and client advocacy. Proven ability to empower clients through motivational interviewing and behavioral strategies, enhancing their coping mechanisms. Committed to fostering a supportive environment, resulting in improved client satisfaction and successful goal achievement.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor

Eckert Connects
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
  • Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Contributed to a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge, resources, and new findings within the counseling field.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
  • Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
  • Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.

Chaplain

Novant Health
  • Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
  • Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
  • Developed relationships with patients and families, resulting in increased trust and rapport during difficult times.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Provided compassionate pastoral care in emergency departments, addressing the spiritual needs of patients experiencing acute distress or trauma.
  • Provided spiritual guidance to patients and staff members by conducting regular counseling sessions.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Conducted crisis intervention sessions with individuals experiencing severe emotional distress, providing comfort and support during critical times.
  • Delivered thoughtful eulogies at memorial services, honoring the lives of deceased patients while offering solace to grieving loved ones.

Director

Thomasville Spiritual Center
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.

Counselor

Thompson Children and Family Focus
Matthews, NC
02.2025 - Current

Guided teenage boys to successfully finish the organization's program.

Education

Doctor Of Ministry - Pastoral Care

Payne Theological Seminary
Ohio City, OH

Master Of Theology - Theology

Duke University
Durham, NC
05.2017

Master Of Divinity - Theology

Hood Theological Seminary
Salisbury, NC
05.2015

B.A. - Religion

Greensboro College
Greensboro, NC
05.2012

Skills

  • Skilled in intake interviewing
  • Counseling
  • HIPAA
  • Mental health support
  • Self-care strategies
  • Client advocacy
  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Career counseling
  • Crisis response
  • Anger management
  • Empathy development
  • Relapse prevention
  • Multicultural competence
  • Peer counseling
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Needs assessment
  • Care planning

Timeline

Counselor

Thompson Children and Family Focus
02.2025 - Current

Counselor

Eckert Connects

Chaplain

Novant Health

Director

Thomasville Spiritual Center

Doctor Of Ministry - Pastoral Care

Payne Theological Seminary

Master Of Theology - Theology

Duke University

Master Of Divinity - Theology

Hood Theological Seminary

B.A. - Religion

Greensboro College