Lana Gilbert
Versailles,US
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients. Skilled Dialectal Behavioral Therapist with strong background helping Borderline Personality Disorder clients overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing individualized plans and developing important skills. Licensed by Missouri. Insightful Counselor familiar with C-complex trauma treatment protocols for adults and working on national licensure for Integrative Treatment of Complex Trauma for Adolescents and Children. Adept at responding to emergency situations calmly and respectfully. Passionate about patient support and resource advocacy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPC
Compass Health Network
09.2019 - Current
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Conducted evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
- Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
Internship Student
Compass Health Network
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Sorted, organized, and maintained files.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Conducted extensive research for startup company projects.
- Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Facilitated successful completion of projects from concept to launch. Conducted groups, therapy sessions and assessments.
Paraprofessional
Morgan County Schools
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.
- Conducted weekly review sessions to help students prepare for exams.
- Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
Child Protection Social Worker
Missouri Department Of Social Services
11.2012 - 07.2017
- Investigated alleged abuse, neglect and abandonment of children to determine abusive or unsafe conditions.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Responded to claims of abuse, neglect or safety concerns.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Reviewed existing case records for available information to formulate plans of treatment and develop short- and long-term goals.
- Attended court proceedings, submitted documents and offered testimony.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Developed plans to strengthen family units.
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Visited homes, inspected surroundings and interviewed family members.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Investigated home conditions to protect children from harmful environmental areas.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
- Maintained case records and legal documentation.
- Facilitated supportive services and counseling for family members to address special concerns.
- Assisted families in navigating government agencies and accessing entitlement benefits.
- Collected information through observation and interviews with children, parents, relatives and neighbors.
- Lead individualized and group counseling sessions with children and families.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Evaluated mental and physical status in minors to determine options for well being.
- Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as grief and loss, anger management and social skills.
- Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.
- Wrote descriptive and accurate impending and present danger assessments and family functioning assessments.
- Collaborated with schools, law enforcement and other community resources to gather information.
- Attended hearings and depositions in family court.
- Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Columbia College
Columbia, MO05.2012
High School Diploma -
Eldon High School
Eldon, MO05.1996
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Reading Comprehension
- Behavioral Disorders
- Chronic Disorders
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Interviewing
- Anxiety Disorder Expertise
- Crisis Call Reception
- Social Perceptiveness
- Interventions
- Indicators of Child Abuse
- Crisis Response
- Suicide Risk Assessments
- Cognitive Behavior Practices
- Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
- Certified By the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Emotional Support
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Management
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Expertise
- Critical Thinking
- Psychology
- Professional Relationships
- Missouri Professional Counselor Licensure
- Psychopharmacology
- Confidentiality Requirements
- Breathing Techniques
- HIPAA
- Group and Individual Sessions
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
Timeline
LPC
Compass Health Network
09.2019 - Current
Internship Student
Compass Health Network
08.2018 - 09.2019
Paraprofessional
Morgan County Schools
08.2017 - 05.2018
Child Protection Social Worker
Missouri Department Of Social Services
11.2012 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Columbia College
High School Diploma -
Eldon High School
Rock Climbing, Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Gardening, Cooking, Researching
I am a perpetual lover of learning. I believe our minds never stop learning until the day we stop breathing. I grew up in the outdoors and I love being grounded with meditation in nature. I am working on a book to help explain how our minds process trauma, the connections we make, and its affects on the difference between neuroplasticity rebuilding in men and women's brains.
Additional Information
I am a perpetual lover of learning. I believe our minds never stop learning until the day we stop breathing. I grew up in the outdoors and I love being grounded with meditation in nature. I am working on a book to help explain how our minds process trauma, the connections we make, and its affects on the difference between neuroplasticity rebuilding in men and women's brains.
MO LPC #2019044904
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) certified in MO
Trained in:
Integrative Treatment of Complex Trauma (ITCT) for Children and Adolescents
Barkley's for Defiant Children and Teen's
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Brief Solutions Focused Therapy (BSFT)