Leslie D. Barnett, MSW, LCSW

Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions focused on mental health and personal development.

• Developed treatment plans tailored to clients' needs, strengths, and preferences.
• Maintained confidential client records and case notes in compliance with legal standards.
• Executed psychosocial assessments and documented casework to inform decisions.
• Responded effectively to crises involving severe mental health and behavioral issues.
• Educated clients on trauma's impact on mental health to promote awareness.
• Assisted clients in building coping skills for stress management and life transitions.

• Identified environmental challenges affecting client progress through interviews with patients and caregivers.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop effective treatment plans for patients.
• Conducted home visits for thorough psychosocial assessments, identifying patient needs and supports.
• Assessed client needs for psychosocial resources, created individualized care plans, and monitored goal progress.

• Delivered individual and group counseling to address social and emotional needs of clients.
• Utilized evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
• Conducted thorough client assessments for accurate diagnoses and tailored treatment plans.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care through shared expertise.
• Documented sessions comprehensively, ensuring detailed patient notes and actionable recommendations.

Assessed client needs and resources to create tailored treatment plans.

• Facilitated individual, group, and family therapy sessions in educational settings.
• Instructed students on effective coping skills for academic and personal challenges.
• Delivered crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
• Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, teachers, and nurses to coordinate comprehensive client care.

• Delivered case management services to families through Early Steps Program.
• Assessed family needs and created Individual Family Service Plans to address those needs.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to evaluate client progress and treatment plans.
• Facilitated referrals to community resources for housing, employment, education, and healthcare.
• Conducted home visits to evaluate family safety and provide necessary support services.