Megan Seco, LMFT
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Professional and compassionate, Trauma-informed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 6 years of experience providing counseling services to Individuals and Families. Motivated to empower clients through development of healthy communication skills and coping strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Koba Psychological Services
06.2022 - Current
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
- Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.
- Rendered mental health and counseling services to Adolescent and Adult clients, focusing on development of healthy relationships.
- Garnered excellent reviews from individuals and families and maintained long-term counseling relationships to provide ongoing care and support.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Silverlake Psychology
01.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
- Delivered counseling services to families and couples dealing with familial issues.
- Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.
Wraparound Clinician
HELPLINE YOUTH COUNSELING
11.2018 - 12.2021
- Cross-collaborate with DCFS, Probation, Regional Center and case managers for coordination of care
- Provide individual and family therapy in DMH county contacted Wraparound program and Outpatient program
- Complete timely documentation with 24 hr turn over and Assessments/Treatments plans within 30 days
- Utilize Evidence-based practice models with client populations ranging from 4-20 years old.
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
LGBT Center
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Provide culturally competent and trauma informed therapy to adults, families and adolescents diagnosed and presenting with a variety of issues; including, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and PTSD.
- Perform thorough screenings and assessments for diagnosis and treatment as member of intake team and clinical therapist
- Document progress notes, 12 page assessments, and treatment plans meeting clinical standards of care
- Actively participate in weekly supervision to develop strong clinical conceptualization skills
Behavioral Therapist
Behavior And Education
12.2016 - 11.2018
- Track data accurately and implemented program plans
- Use of proactive behavioral strategies
- Provided trainings for parents and teachers on implementing behavioral strategies
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
Behavioral Therapist/Job Mentor
Into The Workplace
12.2017 - 06.2018
- Reinforce interpersonal and job skills learned through 12-month program curriculum with adults with developmental deficits
- Aid interns in problem-solving, self-regulation, coping strategies and advocating for needs in order to be independently successful in the workplace
- Track data and help create program goals and documentation for intern
Lead Behavioral Therapist
Behavioral Health Works, Inc
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Provided Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with Autism
- Utilized DTT, PRT, and NT appropriately for individual treatment plans
- Documented all client information and targeted goals, including ABC data
- Collaborated with parents, implementing consistent behavioral intervention in the home
Supervisor
Starbucks
03.2008 - 11.2015
- Managed shift operations while consistently maintaining composure during high-stress situations
- Trained new employees
- Met sale, customer service, and profit margin expectations during shifts
- Demonstrated excellent time-management skills by fulfilling required operational duties, managerial documentation, and team breaks
Student Intern
Fairview Developmental Center, Costa Mesa
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Worked with clients who have intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Assisted staff and clients on individual outings and group activities
- Participated in staff meetings and client Individual Program Planning
- Worked closely with psychologists, social workers, and therapists when assisting in skill-development for clients
Mentor Volunteer
Mental Health Association, Orange County, Santa Ana
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Worked one-on-one with teen mentee to help improve social skills, self-esteem and create a positive outing experience
- Consulted with mentee's therapist and MHA coordinator regarding mentee's therapeutic progression
- Created an environment of open communication, honesty, and trust for mentee
Education
M.A - Marriage and Family Therapy Clinical Psychology
California State University
05.2018
B.A - Psychology and Social Behavior
University of California
Irvine, CA2015
A.A - Psychology
San Antonio College
2013
Skills
- Trauma-informed
- Competency working with LGBTQ and Neurodivergent populations
- THERAPY (6 years)
- Child & family counseling (5 years)
- Behavioral therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Individual / Family counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Applied behavior analysis
- Crisis management
- Strong Verbal/Written Communication
- Outstanding Interpersonal Skills
- Empathetic Listener
- Motivational Interviewing Skilled
- Adept at Writing Assessments and Treatment Plans
- Results Driven and Adaptable
- Experience Utilizing Evidence-Based Therapies
- Skilled in Play Therapy
Timeline
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Koba Psychological Services
06.2022 - Current
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Silverlake Psychology
01.2022 - Current
Wraparound Clinician
HELPLINE YOUTH COUNSELING
11.2018 - 12.2021
Behavioral Therapist/Job Mentor
Into The Workplace
12.2017 - 06.2018
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
LGBT Center
06.2017 - 07.2019
Behavioral Therapist
Behavior And Education
12.2016 - 11.2018
Lead Behavioral Therapist
Behavioral Health Works, Inc
09.2015 - 12.2016
Student Intern
Fairview Developmental Center, Costa Mesa
08.2014 - 12.2014
Mentor Volunteer
Mental Health Association, Orange County, Santa Ana
06.2014 - 12.2014
Supervisor
Starbucks
03.2008 - 11.2015
M.A - Marriage and Family Therapy Clinical Psychology
California State University
B.A - Psychology and Social Behavior
University of California
A.A - Psychology
San Antonio College
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