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Laura Leins

Laura Leins

Mental Health Counselor
Fort Wayne,IN

Summary

Dynamic mental health professional with extensive experience at Parkview Regional Medical Center, adept at delivering tailored treatment plans and crisis intervention. Skilled in fostering open environments for families, enhancing coping strategies, and integrating resources for patient success. Proven ability to improve patient outcomes through empathetic support and comprehensive care coordination.

Work History

Clinician II

Parkview Regional Medical Center
  • Delivered high-quality patient care by conducting thorough assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapeutic support.
  • Advocated for patients within the healthcare system to ensure access to appropriate resources and services when needed.
  • Developed tailored treatment plans to address the unique needs of each patient and promote optimal recovery.
  • Participated in case reviews with multidisciplinary teams to discuss complex cases and develop collaborative solutions for individualized care plans.
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, ensuring immediate safety measures were in place for at-risk patients.
  • Established appropriate course of treatment and implemented interventions.
  • Developed educational materials for patients and families about various mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
  • Reviewed outcome measures data regularly to identify trends and modify treatment approaches accordingly for improved clinical results.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions with comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.

Mental Health Counselor

ICAN
  • Delivered empathetic crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients during acute episodes and coordinating necessary care.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify psychological, emotional, and behavioral issues, leading to more accurate diagnoses.
  • Improved patient treatment outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing customized treatment plans.
  • Bolstered team effectiveness by leading professional development sessions on emerging counseling techniques and best practices.
  • Built rapport with diverse client populations, utilizing empathetic listening skills and culturally sensitive therapeutic practices.
  • Enhanced therapeutic rapport, making it easier for clients to engage in counseling process.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing tailored treatment plans.
  • Developed individualized goal-setting tools to empower patients in taking ownership of their progress towards improved mental health.
  • Streamlined intake process, ensuring more welcoming and efficient experience for new clients.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of clinical notes, tracking patient progress throughout the course of treatment.
  • Improved patient coping mechanisms with integration of mindfulness and relaxation techniques into therapy sessions.
  • Strengthened family support systems by providing psychoeducation and facilitating open communication between patients and their loved ones.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.

Education

Master In Counseling Psychology - Community Counseling

Championed University
Honolulu, HI
05.2002

Skills

- Provider treatment, direction and care for client and their families that are dealing with a new diagnosis

- Provider resources needed for patient to integrate into a general education environment

- Created an open environment where both parents and children can learn and acquire new routines and coping skills to best accommodate their diagnosis

Timeline

Clinician II

Parkview Regional Medical Center

Mental Health Counselor

ICAN

Master In Counseling Psychology - Community Counseling

Championed University
Laura LeinsMental Health Counselor
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