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Marisa Provenzano, LCSW

San Diego ,CA

Summary

Mental health professional prepared to bring compassion and expertise to clinical settings. Proven ability to develop tailored treatment strategies and foster client progress. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable support for both clients and team members. Skilled in active listening and empathetic communication.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Therapist

Mending Matters
06.2021 - Current
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
  • Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health distress, ensuring safety and stabilization.
  • Provided referrals to connect clients and families with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
  • Established peer leadership program, covering various mental health topics and collecting data to inform development of mental health services and community resources.
  • Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity-based therapy groups, fostering connection, healing and growth.

Student Support Services Intern

Grossmont Union High School District
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Conducted thorough assessments of client needs, identifying key areas for intervention and support.
  • Coordinated with community organizations to provide valuable resources for students and their families.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.

Mental Health Therapist Intern

Mending Matters
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Developed strong rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds, fostering a supportive and inclusive therapeutic environment.
  • Documented clients' progress and adjusted treatment plans as needed, ensuring a personalized approach to therapy.
  • Increased client access to mental health services during COVID-19, providing teletherapy.
  • Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
  • Contributed to clinical team meetings by presenting case studies for peer review and feedback on treatment approaches.

Member Service Representative

Cameron Family YMCA
07.2018 - 03.2020
  • Developed comprehensive knowledge of product database and services offered by the organization, enabling confident assistance to members with completing forms, scheduling appointments, and processing payments.
  • Facilitated effective communication between members and various departments to resolve issues swiftly.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.

Substitute Teacher

Grossmont Union High School District
01.2019 - 09.2019
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.

After-School Program Leader

La Mesa-Spring Valley School District
07.2018 - 12.2018
  • Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
  • Monitored student safety while conducting indoor or outdoor activities.

Health Coach Intern

Healthy Adventures Foundation
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Developed and implemented health education programs to help individuals and communities improve health and well-being.
  • Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify health needs and risk factors for individuals and communities.
  • Conducted research on potential donors, helping to identify new funding sources for the organization's programs.

Student Helper

La Mesa-Spring Valley School District
01.2014 - 07.2017
  • Assisted teachers with classroom preparation for optimal learning environments.
  • Enriched learning experiences for students with special needs by providing one-on-one support under faculty supervision.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
06-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05.2018

Associate of Science - Exercise Science

Cuyamaca College
San Diego, CA
05.2016

Associate of Arts - Social and Behavioral Sciences

Cuyamaca College
San Diego, CA
05.2016

Skills

  • Psychosocial assessments
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Psychotherapy techniques
  • Treatment planning
  • Referral coordination
  • Family education and support
  • Solution-focused brief interventions
  • Multicultural competence
  • Anxiety and depression treatment

Timeline

Mental Health Therapist

Mending Matters
06.2021 - Current

Student Support Services Intern

Grossmont Union High School District
08.2020 - 05.2021

Mental Health Therapist Intern

Mending Matters
08.2019 - 05.2020

Substitute Teacher

Grossmont Union High School District
01.2019 - 09.2019

Member Service Representative

Cameron Family YMCA
07.2018 - 03.2020

After-School Program Leader

La Mesa-Spring Valley School District
07.2018 - 12.2018

Health Coach Intern

Healthy Adventures Foundation
08.2017 - 06.2018

Student Helper

La Mesa-Spring Valley School District
01.2014 - 07.2017

Master of Arts - Social Work

San Diego State University

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

San Diego State University

Associate of Science - Exercise Science

Cuyamaca College

Associate of Arts - Social and Behavioral Sciences

Cuyamaca College

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