Lucas Joyal
St. Petersburg
Summary
Former IOP Director and licensed therapist with a leadership style rooted in teaching, coaching, and constructive feedback. Leverages clinical insight and management experience to support staff development, strengthen team performance, and maintain a supportive, high-functioning work environment. Recognized for aligning therapeutic skills with effective leadership and collaborative team culture.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Outpatient Therapist
Directions for Living
12.2025 - Current
- Conducted individual sessions to address mental health challenges.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting treatment strategies as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to client needs and goals.
- Improved patient outcomes through the implementation of evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to each client''s needs.
- Prevented crisis situations by proactively monitoring client behaviors and implementing early intervention strategies when necessary.
IOP Therapist & Director
In Balance Continuum of Care
05.2023 - 11.2025
- Facilitated transformative individual, group, and family therapy sessions for adolescents and young adults with co-occurring disorders, fostering enhanced emotional resilience and improved family dynamics.
- Facilitated 3-hour IOP groups utilizing CBT, DBT, and all researched based therapeutic tools, engaging 10+ participants weekly and fostering their personal growth through tailored support and feedback.
- Completed diagnostic assessments, tailored treatment plans to client needs, and facilitated trauma-informed therapeutic care to support stabilization and growth.
- Designed and implemented research-driven educational curricula that transformed client engagement and boosted therapeutic group dynamics, creating a supportive learning environment.
- Manage discharge planning and community referrals to support continuity of care.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address client needs and promote recovery.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, enhancing communication and support among participants.
Clinical Therapy Intern
Cottonwood De Tucson
08.2023 - 05.2023
- Conducted psychosocial assessments and intake evaluations for adults with co-occurring disorders, trauma histories, and substance use issues.
- Delivered psychoeducation to clients related to addiction, mental health disorders, dual diagnosis, and relapse prevention.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions using evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed practices.
- Gained experience across treatment settings (residential, outpatient, intensive outpatient) in a holistic behavioral health environment focused on dual-diagnosis and trauma treatment.
Program Manager and Life Coach
In Balance Continuum of Care
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Led the operations and clinical programming of a residential addiction treatment center, ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning, client safety, and strong engagement in therapeutic programming.
- Supervised staff, ensured program compliance, and promoted professional development within the team.
- Developed group curriculum focused on relapse prevention and emotional regulation.
- Formed strong client relationships and encouraged long-term recovery using a collaborative, systems-based model.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Arizona State University
Tucson, Arizona05-2022
Master of Social Work -
Arizona State University
Tucson, AZ05-2023
Skills
- 7 years of experience delivering evidence-based mental health and addiction treatment across inpatient, IOP, and outpatient levels of care
- Brings strong, enthusiastic therapeutic energy and builds rapid rapport to support engagement, motivation, and meaningful clinical change
- Trained across diverse, research-driven therapeutic approaches, applying CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, SFT, and mindfulness practices with clinical precision and flexibility
- Highly skilled in conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments, diagnostic impressions, and collaborative treatment planning
- Culturally responsive and trauma-informed clinician with a strong commitment to inclusive, person-centered care
- Experienced in crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, de-escalation, and managing high-acuity clinical scenarios with confidence
- Strong ability to provide clear, research-backed psychoeducation to help clients understand symptoms, build insight, and apply effective coping tools
- Skilled in care coordination, referrals, discharge planning, and navigating interdisciplinary communication for continuity of care
- Proven leadership in interdisciplinary teamwork, clinical program development, and maintaining therapeutic structure in high-demand environments
Certification
LCSW in Florida & Arizona
Timeline
Adult Outpatient Therapist
Directions for Living
12.2025 - Current
Clinical Therapy Intern
Cottonwood De Tucson
08.2023 - 05.2023
IOP Therapist & Director
In Balance Continuum of Care
05.2023 - 11.2025
Program Manager and Life Coach
In Balance Continuum of Care
01.2016 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Social Work -
Arizona State University
Master of Social Work -
Arizona State University