Leslie Hollingsworth Grant

• Performed 35 to over 40 client assessments and developed treatment plans through Telehealth and in person weekly
• Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
• Interviewed clients to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
• Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
• Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
• Documented client progress in confidential files.
• Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from various diagnosis' and issues.
• Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
• Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
• Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
• Provided referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
• Stayed current on mental health research to follow new developments and research in mental health field.
• Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
• Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
• Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
• Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
• Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
• Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
• Supervised busy caseload of 35 to over 40, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
• Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
• Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
• Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy,Trauma- Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Behavioral Activation Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Problem Solving Therapy(CBT,DBT TFT,IT, ACT,PE, BA, MI, IPT, PST)

• I handled administrative tasks, client communication, and assisting with the preparation of financial plans
• Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Observed strict procedures to maintain data and plan participant confidentiality.
• Provided guidance to federal employees on the utilization of benefits, offering tailored information and strategies to help them achieve financial security based on their unique needs and circumstances
• Helped Coordinate new hire seminars for VA services to educate on financial services including money management and retirement and college planning.
• Assisted in coordinating outreach seminars to educate individuals on key health and financial planning topics, including long-term care options and insurance navigation, providing valuable information to support informed decision-making.
• Scheduling appointments, managing calendars, preparing correspondence, and maintaining client files.
• Interacting with clients in person and over the phone, addressing inquiries, and providing excellent customer service
• Creating and reviewing financial documents, such as new account paperwork, proposals, and reports.
• Helping with the analysis of potential financial plans, preparing documents for client meeting

• Conducted 35 to 40 telehealth and in person counseling sessions each week
• Facilitate therapy sessions both online and in person, providing flexible and personalized support.
• Offer individual psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, adults, and families, addressing unique needs across all age groups
• Identify and address mental health conditions, employing various therapeutic techniques to facilitate recovery and well-being.
• Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
• Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
• Documented client progress in confidential files.
• Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
• Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
• Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
• Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
• Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
• Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.

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• As a Behavioral Health Clinician, I provided psychosocial assessment, to help evaluate each patient’s individual needs. I performed Cognitive Behavioral therapies, Crisis Interventions, case management, and other brief therapies to offer patients the best possible treatment plans. I was responsible for providing services to eligible individuals who are experiencing a variety of psychological and psychosocial problems. I possess the knowledge and experience to independently employ therapeutic modalities of individual, family, marriage, and group intervention to enhance the readjustment of patients, and their families.
• Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments during intake, including the evaluation of self-harm risk, identification of historical and current psychosocial stressors, assessment of family dynamics and stressors, and thorough documentation of observed behaviors or symptoms.
• Utilize the latest DSM to make accurate diagnoses, develop treatment goals, and apply appropriate clinical interventions, adhering to professional counseling practices.
• Provided goal setting and service planning to patients.
• Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
• Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
• Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
• De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
• Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
• Coordinated external healthcare professionals to uphold high-quality, person-centered care.
• Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
• Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
• Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
• Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
• Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
• Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.

• Provided consultation to patients and their families at end of life, and living with chronic illness, to address their spiritual, cultural, emotional, and medical needs through initial evaluation and needs assessment to gain full understanding of the care while creating a caring and supportive environment.
• Conducted initial psychosocial evaluation to identify each patient’s needs and provide individual care plan
• Identified needed resources and advised families on their availability, providing them with assistance in decision making and proper documentation.
• Educated families on various financial aspects as well as processed docs for end of life patients and assisted with post-treatment care including funeral arrangements and legal documentation.
• Attended and participated in patient care conferences to build stronger case management strategies.
• Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
• Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
• Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
• Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
• De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
• Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
• Coordinated external healthcare professionals to uphold high-quality, person-centered care.
• Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.

• Educated and provided assistance to federal employees on benefit utilization and offered customized information on the achievement of financial security based on individual needs.
• Educated Veterans and families on service eligibility, and benefits coordination, and referred them to appropriate federal and community-based programs.
• Conducted outreach seminars to educate on health and financial planning topics, including long-term care and insurance navigation.
• Educated and aided federal employees on benefit utilization and offered customized information on the achievement of financial security based on individual needs.
• Collaborated with clients to build individual comprehensive financial plans through the identification of areas for opportunity, recommended corrective action, and selection of best plan to fit their needs and mitigate risks.
• Coordinated new hire seminars for VA services to educate on financial services including money management and retirement and college planning.
• Monitored client benefits progress and adjusted as needed to optimize their benefit utilization.
• Analyzed data to identify trends, financial opportunities, and best options for clients.
• Aided clients in the pursuit of financial aid services.
• Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.

• Gained valuable real-world experience in an outpatient mental healthcare facility perfecting my skills in assessment, diagnosis, and case management planning.
• Performed intake screening and assessments of patients with acute and chronic psychological disorders focused on diagnostics and functionality of the patient and recommend paths for treatment.
• Developed Individual care plans that included counseling, support services, treatment methods and referrals
• Evaluated patients throughout treatment plans to measure effectiveness and modify as needed.
• Modified treatment plan to ensure a well-rounded collaborative approach to care.
• Provided individual and family counseling, treatment methods and referrals for support services
• Educated patients and their families on treatment plans and progress toward treatment goals and conducting annual reviews of active treatment plans.
• Performed client screenings and accurately recorded data in case files to facilitate clinical case coordination services and case management duties.
• Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
• Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.

• Gained knowledge about processes/programs for our service members
• Assisted with Military and Family Support Center that provided information, support and services to help balance the demands of military life.
• Assisted in connecting service members and family to the Family Readiness System, which is the network of agencies, programs, services, partnerships and individuals that supports personal and family life readiness, mobilization and deployment readiness, and mobility and economic readiness
• Provided veterans Information and referrals to assist service members identifying and clarifying needs to determine appropriate forms of assistance and in locating services and programs available both on and off installation.
• Assisted with Transition Assistance Program that prepared separating, retiring and demobilizing service members (and their families) with the information, skills and knowledge necessary for a successful transition from military to civilian life. I assisted with the Family Advocacy Program that was responsible for the prevention of and responded to child abuse and neglect and domestic abuse/intimate partner violence in military families.
• Assisted working with civilian social service agencies, military and civilian medical providers, law enforcement, legal personnel, chaplains, and child and youth programs to provide a coordinated community response.
• Assisted service members in reaching the goal of the program to promote the prevention, early identification, reporting and treatment of child and spouse abuse.
• Provided Parenting support at every age and stage, including New Parent Support Program home visits for expectant parents, new parents and families with young children
• Assisted in Safety planning, advocacy and support for domestic abuse victims
• Provided Clinical treatment for offenders and all affected family members as appropriate
• I assisted The Transition Assistance Program that prepared separating, retiring and demobilizing service members (and their families) with the information, skills and knowledge necessary for a successful transition from military to civilian life.
• Helped with preparing service member for parenthood, parenting skills, understanding growth and development, couple communication and stress management.
• Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
• Facilitated support groups and workshops to provide valuable services to clients.
• Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
• Facilitated psychoeducational classes to help clients develop life skills.