Marcie Faust
Wellington
Summary
Dedicated Clinical Therapist with 13 years of experience in the therapeutic field. Specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy and treatment planning, consistently improving client outcomes by 30%. Recognized by compassionate patient-centered care and effective intervention strategies.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LCPC Supervisor
Self-employeed
2019.06 - Current
LCPC/LPC/NCC
Self-Employed
2013.06 - Current
- Developed and maintained strong therapeutic alliances to enhance client engagement in the counseling process.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation, adhering to ethical standards and guidelines for professional practice.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Supported couples utilizing the Gottman method in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Elementary School Counselor
Cottonwood Elementary School
2002.08 - Current
- Developed and implemented counseling programs addressing emotional and social challenges of students.
- Collaborated with teachers to create individualized support plans for at-risk students.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring a safe environment for all students.
- Coordinated with community resources to enhance support systems for families in need.
- Mentored new counselors, sharing best practices in student engagement and development strategies.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify trends, informing school-wide improvement initiatives.
- Promoted a positive school environment by fostering strong relationships among staff, parents, and students.
- Participated in IEP meetings to advocate for the needs of special education students, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among peers, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and reduced behavioral issues.
- Conducted small group sessions on topics such as grief, divorce support, military deployment, anxiety, self-esteem and social skills.
- Enhanced student emotional growth by implementing targeted counseling programs and interventions.
- Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
First Grade Teacher
Ewalt Elementary
1994.08 - 2002.05
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect, cooperation, and inclusivity among students.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods to tailor instructional strategies effectively.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student development and address individual needs.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
Wichita State University
Wichita, KSSkills
- Client Assessment
- Patient-Centered Care
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- Board Certified Counselor
Timeline
LCPC Supervisor
Self-employeed
2019.06 - Current
LCPC/LPC/NCC
Self-Employed
2013.06 - Current
Elementary School Counselor
Cottonwood Elementary School
2002.08 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Ewalt Elementary
1994.08 - 2002.05
Master of Science - Counseling
Wichita State University