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Melina Silva

New York,NY

Summary

Compassionate, bilingual LMSW with experience delivering trauma-informed, holistic care across clinical and community settings. Skilled in psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, and individualized treatment planning using diverse modalities. Passionate about supporting women, trauma survivors, and clients with ADHD or personality disorders. Fluent in English and Portuguese, with working Spanish and a commitment to fluency. Dedicated to accessible, culturally responsive mental health care rooted in depth-oriented and integrative approaches.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychotherapist

AthenaPsych
06.2023 - Current
  • Manage a caseload of 35-40 clients weekly, ensuring consistent and high-quality care while balancing multiple treatment plans.
  • Provide evidence-based individual, family, and child therapy sessions both in-person and via telehealth.
  • Develop and implement client-centered, goal-oriented treatment plans tailored to complex needs.
  • Conduct crisis intervention and conflict resolution to support client safety and emotional regulation.
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with state regulations and agency standards using EHR systems.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and support holistic client outcomes.

Social Work Intern

Minds Together PC
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Provided individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults presenting with a range of mental health concerns, including trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, and adjustment-related challenges.
  • Facilitated children’s and teen art therapy groups in collaboration with a licensed art therapist, using creative expression to support emotional processing and engagement.
  • Drafted clinical documentation including psychosocial assessments and progress notes.
  • Conducted outreach and psychoeducation to reduce mental health stigma within immigrant communities.
  • Coordinated with community agencies to enhance service accessibility and client retention.

Social Work Intern

New York Presbyterian - Lang Youth Medical Program
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Provided case management and emotional support for at-risk youth and families.
  • Led psychoeducational workshops on mental health, communication, and wellness.
  • Supported crisis response and connected families to housing, legal, and health resources.
  • Facilitated cross-disciplinary meetings to promote individualized care and academic success.

Mental Health Counselor Intern

Healthy Thinking Therapy
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Shadowed senior clinicians to strengthen skills in psychological assessments and report writing.
  • Supported LMHC in conducting psychosocial evaluations for undocumented clients pursuing asylum, VAWA, or immigration waivers.
  • Translated and interpreted Portuguese and Spanish documents for clinical and legal use with cultural accuracy.
  • Provided emotional support and advocacy to clients navigating the asylum process, fostering safety and trust.

Education

Master of Social Work -

Columbia School of Social Work
05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Neuroscience

Pace University
05-2021

Skills

  • Trauma-Informed Therapy & Crisis Intervention
  • Biopsychosocial & Psychosocial Assessments
  • Individual, Child, & Family Therapy
  • Multicultural Competence & Advocacy
  • Risk Assessment & Safety Planning
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Group Therapy Facilitation
  • Community Outreach & Resource Linkage
  • EHR & Clinical Documentation

Certification

  • NYS Licensed Master Social Worker #127126
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid – National Council for Mental Wellbeing
  • Adult Mental Health First Aid – National Council for Mental Wellbeing
  • CPR/AED & First Aid (Adult, Child, and Baby) – American Red Cross
  • Mandated Reporter Training (02/02/2025)


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

References

Provided upon request.

Timeline

Psychotherapist

AthenaPsych
06.2023 - Current

Social Work Intern

Minds Together PC
09.2022 - 05.2023

Social Work Intern

New York Presbyterian - Lang Youth Medical Program
01.2022 - 09.2022

Mental Health Counselor Intern

Healthy Thinking Therapy
08.2021 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Neuroscience

Pace University

Master of Social Work -

Columbia School of Social Work

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