Liz Reynolds LCSW, RYT
Lombard,IL
Summary
Trauma informed social worker and yoga teacher with extensive experience providing psychotherapy services to children, adolescents and adults. Expertise in perinatal mental health, PTSD, sexual assault and other trauma-related disorders. Understanding and compassionate professional committed to performing all duties in accordance with customary rules of ethics.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychotherapist/Owner
Liz Reynolds, LCSW, Ltd
05.2016 - Current
- Enhanced patient well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches in individual and family sessions.
- Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression for clients by implementing trauma informed techniques.
- Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
- Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals in coordinating care for clients with co-occurring mental health and physical health concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment.
- Delivered mental health support for female patients suffering from post-partum depression and generalized anxiety disorder.
School Social Worker
York High School
08.2002 - 06.2016
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Assisted parents in navigating the special education process, ensuring proper identification and provision of services for their children.
- Connected families with community resources to address needs such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
- Developed and implemented professional development workshops for school staff on topics related to social-emotional learning and mental health awareness.
- Served as a liaison between the school, family, and community agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration around student needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services and collaborated with school staff to create safety plans for students at risk of self-harm or violence.
- Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2002
Certification
- Registered Yoga Teacher
- Certified Daring Way Facilitator
- Certified Grief Educator
- Maternal Mental Health Certification
- EMDR trained
Timeline
Psychotherapist/Owner
Liz Reynolds, LCSW, Ltd
05.2016 - Current
School Social Worker
York High School
08.2002 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Chicago