Lisa Stetler
Summary
Experienced in crisis intervention, individual therapy, and group settings. Specializes in working with children and adolescents aged 3-17. Skilled in writing comprehensive psychosocial histories and diagnosing individuals using the DSM-V TR. Proficient in conducting guardianship evaluations, providing recommendations, and administering specific IQ tests for adults across all developmental capacities. Adept at collaborating with a team, effectively communicating concerns, acknowledging good work, and establishing rapport and partnerships through community connections.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Engagement Specialist
Community Mental Health CEI
02.2024 - Current
- Co-created pilot program to take into schools and classrooms to identify areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions within our group teachings. Introduced creative problem-solving methods to encourage innovative thinking and solutions within the group context.
- Maintain important community connections and relationships, along with making appropriate referrals for families or children inquiring about mental health services.
- Promoted active participation by engaging individuals through thought-provoking questions and activities designed to stimulate discussion.
Urgent Care Therapist
Community Mental Health CEI
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Intervened with crisis situations when a client or family member felt the client was in a mental health crisis.
- Triaged clients to establish if they needed more intense and immediate help through crisis services.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Coached clients on effective coping strategies, empowering them to manage symptoms independently outside of therapy sessions.
Mobile Crisis Mental Health Therapist
Community Mental Health CEI
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Established strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity, while assessing their mental and physical health to determine if a client was in need of hospitalization or crisis residential.
- Implemented behavioral modification techniques for clients struggling with unhealthy patterns of behavior or thought processes contributing to their mental health challenges.
- Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
- Advocated for clients' needs within the broader healthcare system when necessary to ensure access to appropriate resources or accommodations during the treatment process.
Behavioral Psychologist
Community Mental Health CEI
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Successfully completed ADOS training and became certified to complete them.
- Conducted thorough psychological assessments using various testing methods to provide accurate diagnoses and inform treatment strategies for behavioral plans and guardianship evaluations.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration with psychiatrists, social workers, and other mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
Wraparound Facilitator
Community Mental Health CEI
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Contributed positively to organizational culture by participating in professional development opportunities and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Assessed progress regularly and adjusted wraparound plans accordingly, ensuring continued alignment with family goals.
- Developed collaborative partnerships with community resources, strengthening support networks for families in need.
Substance Abuse Therapist
Awakenings Rehabilitation
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Established rapport with patients coming into treatment by completing their initial intake and assigning the proper diagnosis for substance use/abuse and keeping the intake structured
- Prearranged and structured group sessions to help patients achieve their sobriety and learn ways to cope with stress and relapse prevention
- Leveraged motivational interviewing techniques to help clients identify personal motivations for change and develop actionable steps toward recovery goals.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary to address immediate concerns related to substance abuse or co-occurring mental health issues.
Discharge Coordinator
Cedar Creek Hospital
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Successfully developed the entire discharge department for adolescent and adult patients, while making connections with various behavioral health providers all over Michigan.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive discharge instructions and resources for follow-up care.
- Promoted a collaborative environment among colleagues by sharing best practices for efficient coordination across departments involved in the discharge process.
- Worked collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical team members to solve complex discharge issues.
Residential Therapist
Community Programs, Inc.
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Educated clients on coping skills, enabling them to manage stressors effectively and improve their mental health and implementing behavior modification techniques to promote positive change in clients' lives.
- Developed tailored discharge plans, preparing clients for successful transitions into community-based support systems.
- Documented client progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with privacy regulations and organizational standards.
Child & Adolescent Therapist
Meridian professional psychological consultants
03.2025 - Current
- Enhanced treatment plans for better emotional and behavioral progress of clients through regular assessment and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Continuously expanded knowledge base through professional development opportunities such as trainings, workshops, conferences in order to provide up-to-date interventions in clinical practice.
Education
No Degree - Mental Health Counseling
Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor, MI06-2024
Master of Science - Psychology- Addictions
Kaplan University
12.2016
Bachelor - Human Services
Baker College of Jackson
03.2014
Skills
- Treatment Planning and safety planning
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Strength-based approach
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Cross-functional coordination
- Building rapport
- Substance abuse counseling
- Youth engagement
- HIPAA compliance
- Written/Verbal communication
- Self-harm prevention/Suicide prevention/Crisis intervention
- Child and adolescent therapy
- Family engagement
Additional Information
From April 2018 until June/July 2018 I suffered from complications from surgery and was not able to drive or lift anything over 10 pounds.
Licensing Information
Limited Licensed Professional Counselor, 06/24
Certification
- Michigan Driver's License
- Wraparound Facilitator
- ADOS workshop 1-4
- ACES
- DECA
- MichICANS
- SEDW
Timeline
Child & Adolescent Therapist
Meridian professional psychological consultants
03.2025 - Current
Youth Engagement Specialist
Community Mental Health CEI
02.2024 - Current
Urgent Care Therapist
Community Mental Health CEI
09.2022 - 02.2024
Mobile Crisis Mental Health Therapist
Community Mental Health CEI
04.2021 - 09.2022
Behavioral Psychologist
Community Mental Health CEI
08.2020 - 04.2021
Wraparound Facilitator
Community Mental Health CEI
09.2019 - 08.2020
Substance Abuse Therapist
Awakenings Rehabilitation
05.2019 - 09.2019
Discharge Coordinator
Cedar Creek Hospital
10.2018 - 05.2019
Residential Therapist
Community Programs, Inc.
05.2017 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Psychology- Addictions
Kaplan University
Bachelor - Human Services
Baker College of Jackson
No Degree - Mental Health Counseling
Spring Arbor University
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