Laura Romano
Marriage And Family Therapist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Chico,CALIFORNIA
Summary
A Mental Health Professional that is invested in providing effective and timely mental health treatment to individuals in need across the community. Have experience working with clients from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. Demonstrated the ability to build rapport and connect to a wide variety of clients. Skilled at identifying, assessing, and diagnosing mental health disorders, and building effective treatment plans to address areas of deficit. Demonstrated the ability to provide supervision and mentorship to a wide range of new therapists across traditional, educational, and community based mental health systems.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Educationally Related Mental Health Coordinator
Glenn County Office Of Education
08.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with, supervised, and managed a team of up to 6 Mental Health Clinicians in the educational environment.
- Stayed current on mental health research to follow new developments and research in mental health field.
- Mentored new hires as they acclimated to their roles within the multidisciplinary team setting.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through regular data collection and analysis, informing continuous improvement efforts.
- Worked with individual school districts to provide the mental health supports that fit their unique environment.
- Worked as a member of multiple interdisciplinary teams to support the overall wellness of the community including the fatality review board, suicide prevention review board, Glenn to Greatness Executive Steering Committee.
- Provided guidance to educational administrators on the appropriateness of mental health services in the school environment.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Created consensus among stakeholders by establishing project guidelines and leveraging student feedback to create and launch a school based counseling program for general education students.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Provided supervision and guidance to interns, enhancing their clinical skills and ensuring adherence to best-practice standards.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to the delivery of mental health services within the organization.
Private Practice Therapist
Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Maintained detailed and accurate case notes, ensuring proper documentation for insurance reimbursement purposes.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions through cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy.
- Addressed specific behavioral deficits and excesses using Applied Behavioral Analysis.
Mental Health Clinician
Glenn County Office Of Education
08.2014 - Current
- Enhanced patient well-being by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Provided crisis intervention services, de-escalating high-risk situations and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
- Provided referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Promoted a supportive environment by establishing rapport and trust with diverse clientele.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Developed tailored treatment plans by utilizing various therapeutic modalities such as CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Evaluated treatment outcomes using standardized assessment tools and adjusting therapeutic interventions accordingly for optimal results.
- Participated actively in weekly case conferences discussing progress/needs of clients to inform overall treatment approach.
- Conducted thorough assessments to diagnose mental health disorders and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Trained in the implementation of PCIT therapy.
- Trained educational staff on the use of CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) interventions to protect students and staff.
Education
Certification - Applied Behavior Analysis
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Melbourne, FL 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Psychology
California State University - Chico
Chico, CA 08.2000 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Chico
Chico, CA 08.1995 - 12.1999
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Effective Communication
Active Listening
Clinical Documentation
Adaptability
Self Motivation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Therapeutic Techniques
Certification
BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Timeline
Educationally Related Mental Health Coordinator
Glenn County Office Of Education
08.2018 - Current
Private Practice Therapist
Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current
Mental Health Clinician
Glenn County Office Of Education
08.2014 - Current
Certification - Applied Behavior Analysis
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Psychology
California State University - Chico
08.2000 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Chico
08.1995 - 12.1999
BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
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