Laurie Renee Speed
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic counselor with extensive experience in mental health support, including roles at St. John's United Methodist Church. Expert in developing personalized treatment plans and facilitating workshops. Proven ability to build rapport and foster empathy, enhancing client outcomes by 30%. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and adept at guiding clients through life transitions and self-care strategies.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Self-employed
03.2022 - Current
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to promote mental wellness and emotional healing.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans tailored to client needs and goals.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate client mental health status and progress.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and self-care techniques for improved mental health.
- Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution.
- Continually updated professional knowledge by attending conferences, trainings, and workshops related to advancements in the field of mental health counseling.
Pastoral Counselor
St. John's United Methodist Church
06.2006 - 09.2009
- Provided individual and group counseling to support emotional and spiritual well-being.
- Ministered to families and individuals within the church in times of need, both at home and in the hospital.
- Enhanced congregants'' well-being with empathetic listening, thoughtful responses, and tailored advice based on their unique needs.
- Organized workshops on parenting skills, grief support, addiction recovery, and other relevant topics for congregational growth.
Counselor
Self-employed
01.1995 - 03.2004
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to support clients' emotional well-being.
- Developed personalized action plans to address clients' specific needs and goals.
- Facilitated workshops on coping strategies and stress management techniques.
- Maintained accurate client records in compliance with confidentiality regulations.
Counseling Intern
Capital Area Mental Health
09.1994 - 11.1995
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to support clients in achieving personal goals.
- Assisted with the development of treatment plans based on client assessments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care strategies.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate case notes for compliance.
Education
Master's of Education - Counseling And Guidance
Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas, TX12-1995
Bachelor of Arts - History
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-1981
Skills
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Counseling
- Mental health support
- HIPAA
- Building rapport
- Empathy development
- Peer counseling
- Client counseling
- Grief counseling
- Self-care strategies
- Life transitions
Timeline
Counselor
Self-employed
03.2022 - Current
Pastoral Counselor
St. John's United Methodist Church
06.2006 - 09.2009
Counselor
Self-employed
01.1995 - 03.2004
Counseling Intern
Capital Area Mental Health
09.1994 - 11.1995
Master's of Education - Counseling And Guidance
Texas State University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Texas A&M University