Marina Garavaglia
Summary
Dedicated therapist with extensive experience in individual therapy and crisis counseling. Strong focus on empathy and adaptability, successfully fostering trust while implementing evidence-based treatment strategies that drive positive change.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapist
Brightside Health
03.2023 - Current
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and patient goals.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address a range of mental health issues.
- Facilitated therapeutic sessions to support client mental health and emotional well-being.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
Therapist
BetterHelp
02.2021 - 10.2023
- Conducted individual therapy sessions, enhancing patient engagement and therapeutic outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment approaches to ensure effective recovery pathways.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
Crisis Counselor
Lutheran Social Service of Chicago (Weiss Memorial Hospital, Swedish Hospital, Community First Medical Center)
04.2016 - 02.2021
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to clients in high-stress situations.
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate action plans.
- Collaborated with medical staff to enhance service delivery and client outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation following each client interaction, ensuring continuity of care while upholding ethical standards set forth by regulatory bodies.
Crisis Worker
Thresholds (Stroger Hospital)
01.2014 - 02.2021
- Provided crisis intervention and support to individuals experiencing emotional distress.
- Assessed client needs to develop tailored action plans for immediate resolution.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, ILMaster of Science - Clinical Social Work
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL12-2010
Skills
- One-on-one sessions
- One-on-one sessions
- One-on-one sessions
- One-on-one sessions
Timeline
Therapist
Brightside Health
03.2023 - Current
Therapist
BetterHelp
02.2021 - 10.2023
Crisis Counselor
Lutheran Social Service of Chicago (Weiss Memorial Hospital, Swedish Hospital, Community First Medical Center)
04.2016 - 02.2021
Crisis Worker
Thresholds (Stroger Hospital)
01.2014 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Master of Science - Clinical Social Work
Loyola University of Chicago