Maria Y. Patterson
Inkster
Summary
Experienced Clinical Therapist specializing in mental health, substance abuse, and family therapy. Proficient in cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and patient-centered treatment planning, with a proven track record of implementing therapeutic strategies that enhance patient outcomes. Committed to delivering compassionate care while upholding the highest ethical standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Manager/Therapist
Spectrum Human Services
08.2017 - 12.2024
- Company Overview: Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient Substance Use Disorder programs
- Completed intake procedures for adolescents, adults, and older adults referred for substance use disorder and/or co-occurring services (substance use and mental health diagnosis)
- Completed various assessment tools, including the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) assessment, bio-social assessment, and various substance use and mental health tools to identify the intensity/level of treatment services and developed individual treatment plans using a person-centered, solution-focused approach
- Conducted individual outpatient and intensive outpatient substance use and co-occurring counseling by incorporating different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet consumers' specific needs
- Completed documentation in accordance with contractual requirements and guidelines, including clinical/progress notes, various assessment tools, treatment plans, aftercare/discharge plans, and reports to outside sources
- Inserted data information into the Mental Health Wellness Information Network (MHWIN) system and the Juvenile Assessment and Intervention System (JAIS) as required
- Completed internal and external referrals to ensure Integrated Health Care (I.e., Community Mental Health, Physical Health Care, Anger Management & Inpatient SUD treatment)
- Served as a liaison between local Courts, Probation Agents, Case Managers, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Child Protective Services
- Assisted with Outreach and follow-up services as needed at the end of treatment
- Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient Substance Use Disorder programs
Clinical Therapist (Part-time)
Moving In New Directions (MINDS)
12.2020 - 07.2022
- Company Overview: Domestic Violence program
- Completed intake procedures for individuals involved in Domestic Violence (DV) situations, referred through Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)- Child Protective Services (CPS) and individuals on probation with Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC)
- Domestic Violence program
Clinical Therapist (Part-Time)
Team Wellness Center
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: Crisis Stabilization Unit
- Provided crisis intervention and mental health services within a 24-hour unlocked community mental health Crisis Stabilization Unit
- Crisis Stabilization Unit
Department Manager/Department Supervisor/Recipient Rights Representative
Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority
08.1996 - 03.2017
- Company Overview: formerly Detroit-Wayne-County Community Mental Health Agency, Office of Recipient
- Managed, supervised, and coordinated staff and investigations of alleged recipient rights violations and ensured remedial/corrective action (as needed) in accordance with statutory mandates of the Michigan Mental Health Code-Chapter 7 and 7A, and other laws, rules, and guidelines
- Participated in developing and implementing recipient rights training, policies and procedures, and various documents and reports as required
- Facilitated training for staff in all job classifications (internal and external), including contracted entities, and assisted with monitoring internal and external training as required within the mental health system
- Advocated for the Rights Protection of individuals receiving mental health/substance abuse services throughout Detroit/Wayne County
- Formerly Detroit-Wayne-County Community Mental Health Agency, Office of Recipient
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
University of Phoenix
Southfield, Michigan05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Marygrove College
Detroit, Michigan05.1992
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Staff supervision
- Staff scheduling
- Patient flow
- HIPAA
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical quality improvement
- Patient engagement
- Patient care
- Case management
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), 05/01/26
- Licensed Bachelor of Social Work (LBSW), 02/01/28
- Certified Alcohol & Drugs Counselor (CADC), 03/01/25
- Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), 11/01/25
- Substance Abuse Treatment Specialist (SATS), 11/01/25
Timeline
Clinical Therapist (Part-time)
Moving In New Directions (MINDS)
12.2020 - 07.2022
Clinical Therapist (Part-Time)
Team Wellness Center
10.2019 - 01.2020
Clinical Manager/Therapist
Spectrum Human Services
08.2017 - 12.2024
Department Manager/Department Supervisor/Recipient Rights Representative
Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority
08.1996 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Marygrove College
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), 05/01/26
- Licensed Bachelor of Social Work (LBSW), 02/01/28
- Certified Alcohol & Drugs Counselor (CADC), 03/01/25
- Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), 11/01/25
- Substance Abuse Treatment Specialist (SATS), 11/01/25
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
University of Phoenix
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