Mercades Chevis
Houston,Tx
Summary
Experienced Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to enhancing mental health through evidence-based therapies. Proficient in tailoring treatments to individual needs, committed to empowering clients for a better quality of life.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Clinician III
DePelchin’s Children Center
08.2023 - Current
- Conduct assessments to diagnose mental health disorders and develop appropriate treatment plans
- Evaluate treatment outcomes using standardized assessment tools: CATS, CPSS, SDQ, etc.
- Collaborate with school staff, CIS, treatment team members for comprehensive mental health care
- Reduce trauma symptoms for clients through targeted evidence-based interventions
- Educate clients and families on mental health, treatment, coping strategies, and resources.
- Assist clients in setting realistic goals and monitor progress towards achievement
- Promote mental health awareness within the community through presentations and trainings related to psychological wellbeing: MHFA, QPR-Suicide Prevention, etc.
Inpatient Adolescent Therapist
SUN Behavioral Houston
12.2021 - Current
- Facilitate process and psychoeducational groups to assist with current symptoms & teach coping skills
- Participate in treatment team planning for each patient to aid in treatment for plans of care
- Conduct family sessions to discuss aftercare planning and patient progress during their stay
- Plan and organized individual, family and group therapy for patients ranging in ages and issues.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilize patients and connect them with appropriate resources
- Asses patients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitor progress.
- Coordinate timely discharges with physicians, nurses, social workers, and relevant stakeholders
Therapist and Practice Biller
Array of Hope Counseling & Wellness
10.2021 - Current
- Conduct assessments to accurately diagnose & develop appropriate treatment strategies
- Work closely with families to provide education on ways to foster supportive environments
- Check insurance eligibility and execute billing tasks and recorded information in company databases
- Refer clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary
- Develop strategies to help clients cope with anxiety, stress, depression, build resilience
- Establish boundaries, maintain ethical practice standards while preserving therapeutic relationship
- Maintain case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care
Multi Systemic Therapist
The Harris Center for Mental Health & IDD
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Developed highly individualize treatment and interventions plans tailored to needs of families
- Be available 24/7 to respond to crisis situations to deescalate conflict and acute events
- Assisted in decreasing family conflict and adolescents’ association with delinquent behaviors
- Reduced out-of-home placements by collaborating with all ecological systems
- Participated in weekly supervision and consultation meeting to staff cases for clinical feedback
- Advocated for clients during court proceedings by providing testimony about their progress
- Coordinated with probation officers to ensure compliance with court-mandated requirements
Care Coordinator
The Harris Center for Mental Health & IDD
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided Skills Training & Development, MTS, Routine Case Management, Nurturing Parenting
- Administered CANS, ANSA, PHQ, DLA, Columbia, QIDS and additional assessments as needed
- Advocated with schools, IDD department, JJ Department & clinical staff to for client needs
- Provided Illness Management Recovery to adults living with severe mental health diagnoses
- Created plans of care tailored to client needs to assist in reaching established recovery goals
- Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions
Case Manager (Site-Supervisor)
Abundant Life Therapeutic Services
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided clinical screenings and assessments to determine client eligibility on school campuses
- Collaborated with Medicaid providers; assisted families with insurance changes, needs and benefits
- Provided skills training and development, MTS, and Nurturing Parenting & RCM to families
- Created treatment plans for Rehab Clinicians & Therapist based on strengths and needs
- Educated, coached, shadowed & trained rehab clinicians to provide direct client services.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed
Counselor
Cinco Ranch Behavioral Health
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided therapeutic support to adults recovering from substance use and mental health challenges
- Conducted one-on-one skills training session to motivate & prepare clients for independent living
- Met with in house providers to discuss client need such as assisted living, transportation, etc
- Provided psycho-educational sessions to increase mental health awareness
- Documented and reviewed notes to track clients’ progress and engagement during sessions
Counseling Intern
Krause Residential Treatment Center
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Worked one-on-one with adolescents ages 13-17 in crisis to improve mental health needs
- Completed progress notes and administered PTSD assessments using the UCLA assessment
- Provided psychoeducational session to increase mental health awareness
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups for skill-building, and healthy coping mechanisms
- Delivered frequent summaries on resident progression and regression in treatment
- Implemented evidence-based DBT techniques and strategies in individual sessions
Education
Master of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Dillard University
New Orleans, LA05.2015
Certification
- LPC-Licensure (83730)
- LCDC-Licensure (15532)
- TF-CBT-Trained
- EMDR-Trained
- CANS-Certified
- CPR Certified
- CPI- Certified
Community Outreach
- Take Back the Night: Committee Member-New Orleans, LA (2014-2015)
- AmeriCorps Services: Youth Mentor- Lufkin, TX (2011- 2012)
- Student United Way: Volunteer- Lufkin, TX (2011- 2012)
Timeline
Mental Health Clinician III
DePelchin’s Children Center
08.2023 - Current
Inpatient Adolescent Therapist
SUN Behavioral Houston
12.2021 - Current
Therapist and Practice Biller
Array of Hope Counseling & Wellness
10.2021 - Current
Multi Systemic Therapist
The Harris Center for Mental Health & IDD
06.2020 - 11.2021
Care Coordinator
The Harris Center for Mental Health & IDD
07.2019 - 06.2020
Counselor
Cinco Ranch Behavioral Health
09.2018 - 01.2019
Case Manager (Site-Supervisor)
Abundant Life Therapeutic Services
01.2017 - 06.2019
Counseling Intern
Krause Residential Treatment Center
01.2017 - 08.2017
Master of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Dillard University
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