Lisa McGinty
Cambridge,Ohio
Summary
Adept at blending art therapy interventions with behavioral techniques, I significantly enhanced client engagement and progress at Mid Ohio Behavioral Health Care Services. Specializing in PTSD and proficient in crisis intervention, my collaborative problem-solving and effective communication skills led to a marked improvement in clients' emotional regulation and social skills. Caring Behavioral Therapist with 36 years of experience helping clients with social and emotional issues develop techniques to deal with daily challenges. Expert at teaching others to tackle problems constructively through behavior modification and nonverbal interventions. Flexible clinician comfortable administering individual or group therapy sessions.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Therapist
Mid Ohio Behavioral Health Care Services
04.2015 - Current
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, communicating updates regularly to supervisory staff.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by conducting functional behavior assessments and developing appropriate art therapy and behavioral therapy interventions.
- Developed rapport with clients by utilizing empathy and active listening skills, creating a supportive therapeutic environment conducive to learning.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Promoted social skill development in group settings using targeted activities and role-playing exercises.
- Trained parents and caregivers in behavior management strategies, empowering them to support their child''s growth at home effectively.
- Customized therapeutic materials and visual aids to cater to individual client preferences and learning styles, ensuring optimal engagement during sessions.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
Contracting Art Therapist
Appalachian Behavioral Health Services
10.2013 - 06.2019
- Facilitated peer support groups that encouraged clients to share their experiences and learn from each other''s creative processes.
- Developed and maintained therapeutic relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication.
- Developed goal-oriented psycho-educational therapeutic activities to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Assessed needs of each student and developed art therapy interventions to meet needs.
- Created art therapy gallery to promote increased self-esteem and accomplishment.
- Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining accurate documentation of client progress, goals achieved during sessions.
- Led workshops for fellow therapists to share best practices in art therapy techniques and tools.
- Implemented group art therapy sessions addressing various themes such as grief and loss, self-esteem, identity exploration or conflict resolution.
Art Therapist
Crittenton Services
04.2005 - 08.2010
- Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining accurate documentation of client progress, goals achieved during sessions.
- Provided education on the benefits of art therapy to families, caregivers, and other healthcare providers, increasing awareness of this therapeutic approach.
- Displayed clients' artwork by hosting art shows for peers and family members.
- Managed inventory and ordered new art supplies.
- Implemented trauma-informed care principles in all aspects of clinical practice, creating a safe environment for healing.
- Assessed needs of each student and developed art therapy interventions to meet needs.
- Implemented group art therapy sessions addressing various themes such as grief and loss, self-esteem, identity exploration or conflict resolution.
Behavioral Therapist/Art Therapist
Thompkins Residential Center
02.2005 - 08.2008
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, communicating updates regularly to supervisory staff.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by conducting functional behavior assessments and developing appropriate interventions.
- Developed rapport with clients by utilizing empathy and active listening skills, creating a supportive therapeutic environment conducive to learning.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Counseled individuals, art therapy groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans while helping improve communication through nonverbal interventions.
Art Therapist
Ohio Valley Medical Center
05.1994 - 03.2004
- Developed goal-oriented psycho-educational therapeutic activities to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Developed innovative approaches for engaging reluctant or non-verbal clients in the therapeutic process using visual arts as a means of communication.
- Improved communication skills for clients with Schizophrenia by facilitating group and individual art therapy sessions.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate client needs and progress, adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Continuously researched and integrated emerging trends in the field of art therapy to ensure the efficacy of therapeutic interventions.
Education
Master of Arts - Expressive Arts Therapies
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA11.1992
Associate of Arts - CoreSomatics
Somatic Institute
Loganeer, PA08.1990
Master of Science - Art Therapy
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH12.1988
Skills
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Behavioral Intervention
- Positive Reinforcement
- Therapy team planning
- Emotional Regulation
- Social Skills Training
- Anger Management
- Evidence-based interventions
- Group behavioral intervention programs
- Individual Counseling
- Group Therapy
- Psychoeducation
- Expertise in crisis intervention techniques
- Mental Health Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Clinical Documentation
- PTSD specialist
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability
- Art therapy Intervention
Certification
- License Social Worker - March 21, 1997
- CBT
- Sensory Therapy : Comfort Room Development
- Art Therapy Trauma certified Level Two
- Professional Therapy Sensory Enrichment Certification
Running, painting, Crossfit
I love engaging and interacting with other using art. I participate in three Fine Arts /Craft Shows three times per year. I was accepted three times in the Stifle Fine Arts Center in Wheeling WV for their Cross Current Fine Arts Exhibition.
I got involved with CrossFit as a coping skill for stress reduction and have been involved for 5 years. My husband and i love to connect with nature through long slow runs, participating in the local 5k events as well as the 4 miler at The Ohio State University, and hike in various national parks. Old is just a state of mind.
Timeline
Behavioral Therapist
Mid Ohio Behavioral Health Care Services
04.2015 - Current
Contracting Art Therapist
Appalachian Behavioral Health Services
10.2013 - 06.2019
Art Therapist
Crittenton Services
04.2005 - 08.2010
Behavioral Therapist/Art Therapist
Thompkins Residential Center
02.2005 - 08.2008
Art Therapist
Ohio Valley Medical Center
05.1994 - 03.2004
Master of Arts - Expressive Arts Therapies
Lesley University
Associate of Arts - CoreSomatics
Somatic Institute
Master of Science - Art Therapy
Bowling Green State University
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