Leah Shanks
Lebanon,TN
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor with a proven track record of enhancing client well-being through anxiety and depression treatment, working with eating disorders, and utilizing EMDR in the treatment of trauma. I work to develop client centered treatment plans that meet the needs of the client and build a strong rapport with each client to gain trust and understanding. I have worked with all ages from preschool to senior adults.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Private Practice
09.2017 - Current
- Adhered to ethical standards and guidelines for professional practice.
- Developed strong rapport with clients
- Utilized evidenced-based therapy techniques
- Helped clients to set realistic goals in the therapy process
Mental Health Therapist
Centerstone
08.2013 - 05.2017
- Worked with children in a school based setting
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly and adjusted as needed.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress
- Facilitated family therapy sessions to help support clients in reaching their goals.
- Implemented behavioral modification techniques to help clients reach their goals.
Mental Health Therapist
Haywood County Psychological Services
08.2007 - 08.2012
- Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of the clients from school based therapy to in home therapy.
- Advocated for clients needs within the school system and healthcare system
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Established strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
University of Tennessee
Knoxville08.2006
Master of Science - Sports Psychology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN05.2004
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of Mississippi
University, MS08.2001
Skills
- Anxiety Management
- Depression Treatment
- Trained in EMDR
- Eating disorder treatment
- Child and Adolescent Counseling
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Private Practice
09.2017 - Current
Mental Health Therapist
Centerstone
08.2013 - 05.2017
Mental Health Therapist
Haywood County Psychological Services
08.2007 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
University of Tennessee
Master of Science - Sports Psychology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of Mississippi