MEGAN CRAWFORD
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, I provide client-centered care grounded in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral strategies, solution-focused techniques, and psychodynamic interventions. With seven years of experience in managing complex caseloads, I conduct thorough assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to cultivate safe, supportive environments that promote sustained mental health improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate
Morningstar Wellness Center
03.2026 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive clinical intakes and ongoing risk assessments
- Identify and assess mental health conditions
- Formulate dynamic case conceptualizations using biopsychosocial framework
- Engage in clinical staff meetings to consult with supervision and colleagues to review complex client cases
- Participate in monthly clinical staff trainings
- Clinical Counselor In Training
Clinical Counselor In Training
Cracked Open Therapy
04.2025 - 07.2026
- Conduct Discovery Session, Intake Assessment, & Psychosocial Evaluation.
- Provide individual therapy, couple’s therapy, co-lead, child-centered play therapy, & family therapy sessions.
- Maintained accurate, confidential documentation in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Participate in regular supervision, clinical consultation, and training sessions.
Wraparound Facilitator
Aspire Indiana Health
12.2019 - 07.2021
- Interview clients and family members to compile and document information on medical, social, educational and institutional history.
- Maintain up-to-date case records for all clients.
- Work with community resources to engage youth in pro-social activities and help families access services.
- Build trust and rapport with victims of violent crimes by remaining calm and compassionate in a variety of situations.
- Attend hearings with survivors to provide emotional support.
- Facilitate parental workshops and classes to provide support to children in achieving school and academic success.
Educational Behavior Technician
The Hope Source Center For Dynamic Minds
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Plan and implement individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plans.
- Develop activity plans and instructional materials to assist with treatment.
- Foster crisis interventions by guiding team members in de-escalation of disruptive and unsafe behaviors.
- Accurately document all observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Business
Indiana University-Purdue University
Indianapolis, INMaster of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Specialization in Child & Adolescent Counseling
Northwestern University
Evanston, INundefined
Spring 2026 Counseling Capstone Conference
Evanston, INundefined
Clinical Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Training
Indianapolis, INundefined
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Training
Evanston, INSkills
- Client advocacy
- Psychological Evaluation and assessment
- Diagnosis
- Conducting interviews
- Training & Development
- Crisis Intervention
- Group Therapy Facilitation
- Organization & Time Management
- EHR Management
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma-informed Interventions
- Couple’s and Family Counseling
- Collaboration
- Community referrals & outreach
- IEP writing knowledge
- HIPPA Compliance and Confidentiality
- Home visits
- Documentation
- Telehealth
- Culturally-competent
Timeline
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate
Morningstar Wellness Center
03.2026 - Current
Clinical Counselor In Training
Cracked Open Therapy
04.2025 - 07.2026
Wraparound Facilitator
Aspire Indiana Health
12.2019 - 07.2021
Educational Behavior Technician
The Hope Source Center For Dynamic Minds
06.2017 - 05.2019
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Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Training
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Clinical Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Training
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Spring 2026 Counseling Capstone Conference
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Business
Indiana University-Purdue University
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Specialization in Child & Adolescent Counseling
Northwestern University