LATOYA EDWARDS
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented novice counselor with excellent communication, interpersonal and creative thinking skills, with frequent engagement in professional development opportunities, learning, and research to ensure quality services and effective techniques for clients. Skilled in individual and group therapy, seeking to apply knowledge of therapeutic techniques with empathy, active listening, and unconditional positive regard for individuals and their families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
B2B Behavioral Health
08.2023 - Current
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma- and stressor- related disorders, and substance-related and addictive disorders.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Compassion Way Treatment
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Offered individual outpatient therapy to adult clients with wide range of mental health disorders.
- Provided psychotherapy incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and solution focused therapy, to name a few, to treat wide range of psychological presenting concerns in clients.
- Organized and delivered presentations in a group setting on various topics to include, but not limited to coping strategies, anger management, depression, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, effective communication, and goal setting.
- Conducted psychological assessments for adults to help address variety of clinical concerns.
- Maintained confidential records related to individual patient treatment using Best Notes.
- Regularly participated in individual and group supervision to develop competence and counseling skills.
- Regularly engaged in training opportunities to develop knowledge, skills, and areas of interest.
Behavioral Intervention Specialist/Counseling Intern
SanTan Behavioral Health Services
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Implemented documented therapy plans for behavior intervention treatment
- Kept accurate reports, records, and files on individual clients
- Supported instruction to individuals or small groups of clients with unique behavioral needs
- Collaborated with client's families, guardians, and/or professional team to support client with treatment plan goals
- Met regularly with guardians, client, and clinical team to review progress and/or regression
- Train new hires on day-to-day work tasks.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Provided therapeutic services for ages 8-22, ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual abuse, development disabilities, BPD, and self-harming behaviors.
Family Support Specialist
Child Crisis Arizona
10.2017 - 05.2021
- Counseled individuals, groups, families, or communities about mental health, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, childcare, or medical care in the home setting
- Maintained case history records and prepared reports
- Referred clients to community resources for services, such as job placement, debt counseling, legal aid, housing, medical treatment, and financial assistance and provided concrete information, such as where to go and how to apply
- Provided, found, and arranged for support services, such as childcare, prenatal care, educational services, job training, counseling, and parenting classes to prevent more serious problems from developing
- Provided support in such areas as grief, stress, and financial issues
- Administered developmental instruments to identify typical or atypical development for children ages 3 months to 3 years of age and referred to AZEIP for further evaluation if necessary.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2024
Master of Science - Mental Health
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Liberal Arts Coursework Family And Human Development
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2010
Skills
- Dependable
- Openly exchanged ideas and materials with coworkers
- Active Learning
- Ongoing Assessments
- Client Care
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Session Documentation
- Best Practices and Standards
- Conducting Intakes
- Team Communication
- Coping Skills
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Relaxation Techniques
- Group Activities
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
Timeline
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
B2B Behavioral Health
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Compassion Way Treatment
05.2023 - 08.2023
Behavioral Intervention Specialist/Counseling Intern
SanTan Behavioral Health Services
05.2021 - 05.2023
Family Support Specialist
Child Crisis Arizona
10.2017 - 05.2021
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Mental Health
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Liberal Arts Coursework Family And Human Development
Arizona State University
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