Megan Douglas
Branford,FL
Summary
Dynamic art therapy intern with experience at Oasis of Hope Therapy, adept at client assessment and intervention planning. Successfully developed tailored art therapy programs, enhancing clients' emotional well-being. Skilled in active listening and trauma-informed care, fostering a supportive environment for personal growth and resilience. Committed to continuous professional development and teamwork.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Therapy Intern
Oasis of Hope Therapy
02.2025 - Current
- Handled 29 individual clients with specific needs and detailed art therapy plans.
- Assessed needs of each student and developed art therapy interventions to meet needs.
- Maintained thorough and confidential records of therapeutic sessions and observations.
- Completed diagnostic assessments and collaborated with clients to create and implement treatment.
- Designed art therapy sessions and programs to meet client's goals or objectives.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Mentor, At-Risk Youth
Chrysalis Health
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Planned and executed productive self-esteem building activities to promote personal growth and daily living skills.
- Counseled students regarding educational issues such as truancy, study habits and career planning.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Collaborated with various stakeholders to promote social services.
Joe’s Art Time
Joseph Scarce
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Applied counseling theory, practice and procedures by supporting counselors and staff in chemical dependency recovery practice.
- Supported clients with compassionate, empathetic face-to-face counseling.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Palliative Care Coordinator
Empath Health
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Researched grant and funding proposal opportunities in philanthropic databases to identify potential income sources.
- Obtained pertinent organizational financial reports and other data to support grant applications and funding proposals.
- Researched appropriate funding sources such as government programs and private foundations.
- Collected information on existing programs to demonstrate cohesive and sustainable organization to funders.
Team Leader E-5
United States Army
04.2003 - 02.2008
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.
- Investigated security issues involving domestic violence, assault, and theft occurring on base among active military members.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $250,000.
- Utilized surveillance equipment to monitor security of personnel and property.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
Education
Master of Arts - Art Therapy W/concentration in Clinical Counseling
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Art With A Concentration in Art Therapy
The University of Tampa
Tampa, FL12-2019
Skills
- Motivational interviewing
- Individual and group counseling
- Therapeutic relationship-building
- Intervention planning
- Mental health awareness
- Continuing education
- Trauma-informed care
- Patient needs assessment
- Case management support
- Support plan management
- Locating appropriate resources
Timeline
Art Therapy Intern
Oasis of Hope Therapy
02.2025 - Current
Mentor, At-Risk Youth
Chrysalis Health
09.2023 - 06.2024
Joe’s Art Time
Joseph Scarce
01.2023 - 05.2023
Palliative Care Coordinator
Empath Health
01.2020 - 06.2020
Team Leader E-5
United States Army
04.2003 - 02.2008
Master of Arts - Art Therapy W/concentration in Clinical Counseling
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
Bachelor of Arts - Art With A Concentration in Art Therapy
The University of Tampa
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