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MELISSA BRYSON

Waxhaw,NC

Summary

Mental Health Counselor specializing in individual and group therapy with a strong foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy and crisis intervention. Expertise in developing customized treatment plans that address diverse client needs. Proven track record of fostering strong client relationships and enhancing team collaboration to improve mental wellness outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LCMHC-A

Lifestance Health
Matthews, NC
01.2024 - Current
  • Provide outpatient psychotherapy services for individual, family, and group therapy
  • Complete assessments for initial diagnosis
  • Complete follow up case notes and collateral notes
  • Provide crisis intervention when needed
  • Attend Case Consultations on a continuous basis
  • Collaborate with psychologists, med providers, school counselors, and social/case workers as needed
  • Participate in continuing education courses to meet licensure requirements
  • Follow all protocol to ensure that all notes and documentation is in line with ethical and professional guidelines

Undergraduate Adjunct Professor

Montreat College Adult Undergraduate Studies
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Taught online undergraduate psychology courses using Blackboard
  • Communicated with students online each week
  • Created weekly video content
  • Ensured that the students were completing online assignments and provided feedback on a weekly basis
  • Entered grades and attendance

Therapeutic Senior Therapist

Sevita
Matthews, NC
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Provide outpatient psychotherapy services for individual, family, and group therapy
  • Complete assessments for initial diagnosis
  • Complete follow up case notes and collateral notes
  • Provide crisis intervention when needed
  • Attend Case Consultations on a continuous basis
  • Collaborate with psychologists, med providers, school counselors, and social/case workers as needed
  • Participated in continuing education courses to meet licensure requirements
  • Followed all protocol to ensure that all notes and documentation is in line with ethical and professional guidelines

Underwriter III/Quality Control Underwriter

Movement Mortgage
04.2016 - 11.2023
  • Conventional Real Estate Loans
  • Review financial statements, income documentation, title and credit reports
  • Review Federal and Corporate tax returns and complete Cash Flow Analysis
  • Assist with re-negotiation of loans based on lending guidelines
  • Document justifications for decision and recommend warranted exceptions

Mental Health Counselor

The Angel Gabriel Company, LLC
Charlotte, NC
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provide outpatient psychotherapy services for individual, family, and group therapy
  • Complete assessments for initial diagnosis
  • Complete follow up case notes and collateral notes
  • Provide crisis intervention when needed
  • Participated in continuing education courses to meet licensure requirements
  • Followed all protocol to ensure that all notes and documentation is in line with ethical and professional guidelines

School Based Mental Health Counselor

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC
Buford, SC
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Provide outpatient psychotherapy services for K5-5th grade and families
  • Complete assessments for initial diagnosis
  • Complete follow up case notes and collateral notes
  • Attend Case Consultations on a continuous basis
  • Collaborate with psychologists, school counselors, teachers, and social/case workers as needed
  • Participated in continuing education courses to meet licensure requirements
  • Followed all protocol to ensure that all notes and documentation is in line with ethical and professional guidelines

Mental Health Counselor Intern

The Angel Gabriel Company, LLC
Charlotte, NC
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Provide outpatient psychotherapy services for individual, family, and group therapy
  • Complete assessments for initial diagnosis
  • Complete follow up case notes and collateral notes
  • Provide crisis intervention when needed
  • Followed all protocol to ensure that all notes and documentation is in line with ethical and professional guidelines

Mental Health Counseling Intern

Montreat College Community Counseling Clinic
Charlotte, NC
05.2020 - 05.2022
  • Conducted intake interviews to assess client needs and developed appropriate treatment plans.
  • Assessed clients' mental health needs and developed individualized treatment plans.
  • Maintained accurate client records according to agency protocol.
  • Assisted in developing crisis intervention strategies for individuals experiencing emotional distress or mental health crises.
  • Provided referrals to community resources as needed.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to ensure continuity of care for clients.
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions that address each client's specific goals.
  • Adhered to ethical standards established by professional organizations governing the practice of counseling.
  • Participated in weekly supervision with a licensed therapist to review case notes and discuss best practices for working with clients.
  • Prepared and maintained required treatment records and reports.

Paraprofessional Residential Coach

A Caring Alternative
11.2018 - 05.2019
  • Provide direct supervision of clients ages 5 to 21 in a residential group home environment
  • Administer medication at specified times
  • Complete PIE at the end of each shift for each client served
  • Review PCP plans for each client served

Therapeutic Foster Care Provider Practicum,

A Caring Alternative
Morganton, NC
08.2018 - 12.2018
  • Maintained comprehensive case notes to document client interactions and behavioral changes.
  • Conducted home visits and assessments to ensure safety and well-being of foster children.
  • Monitored progress of foster children through regular reports and data analysis from various sources.
  • Collaborated with social workers, psychiatrists, psychologists, teachers, and family members to address needs.
  • Participated in team meetings to evaluate foster child requirements and determine interventions.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Montreat College
Montreat, NC
05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Human Services

Montreat College
Montreat, NC
12.2018

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Assessment techniques
  • Treatment planning
  • Case documentation
  • Collaboration skills
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Client management
  • Teamwork
  • Professional development

Certification

LCMHC-A License issued September 2022

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LCMHC-A

Lifestance Health
01.2024 - Current

Therapeutic Senior Therapist

Sevita
08.2023 - 11.2023

School Based Mental Health Counselor

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC
02.2023 - 05.2023

Mental Health Counselor

The Angel Gabriel Company, LLC
09.2022 - 08.2023

Undergraduate Adjunct Professor

Montreat College Adult Undergraduate Studies
05.2022 - 12.2023

Mental Health Counselor Intern

The Angel Gabriel Company, LLC
08.2021 - 08.2022

Mental Health Counseling Intern

Montreat College Community Counseling Clinic
05.2020 - 05.2022

Paraprofessional Residential Coach

A Caring Alternative
11.2018 - 05.2019

Therapeutic Foster Care Provider Practicum,

A Caring Alternative
08.2018 - 12.2018

Underwriter III/Quality Control Underwriter

Movement Mortgage
04.2016 - 11.2023

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Montreat College

Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Human Services

Montreat College

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