Mercy Soffo
Laurel
Summary
Dedicated Master of Social Work student with a specialised focus on Generalist. Passionate about serving Adults from 25-65 years through client advocacy, case management, and community engagement. Seeking an internship to develop ability in Mental Health, Addiction and Counselling. Committed to applying theoretical knowledge and practical skills to improve client outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Therapist Intern
Clinical solutions Inc
Burtonsville
09.2025 - Current
- Based on the provided details about the role of a Mental Health Therapist at Clinical Solutions Inc. and the guidelines for creating the experience statements, here are eight resume experience statements:
- Developed personalized treatment plans, enhancing patient engagement and contributing to improved mental health outcomes.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions, fostering a safe environment for patients to express emotions and develop coping strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, ensuring comprehensive support for patients' mental health needs.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards in mental health care.
- Participated in continuous professional development, refining therapeutic skills and staying current with industry best practices and trends.
- Counseled patients on stress management techniques such as relaxation exercises, mindfulness meditation, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills, setting goals and improving communication.
- Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
- Supported patients in developing self-advocacy skills related to their mental health needs.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Intern
International Social Services
Baltimore
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Assisted with case management and client support services.
- Conducted intake assessments and developed client service plans.
- Provided referrals to community resources and social service programs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance client care.
- Maintained detailed and confidential client records in compliance with agency policies.
Volunteer
Student Support Network
Lutherville
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Organised and distributed food donations to Baltimore County students and families.
- Created 50-100 personalised cards daily for children’s birthdays and holidays.
- Led outreach events to improve community engagement and support efforts.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social work(Generalist)
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MDBachelor of Science - Family&Human Services
Towson University
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Community engagement
- Crisis intervention
- Cultural competence
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Resource coordination
- Patient assessment
- Treatment planning
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Client documentation
- Goal setting
- Stress management
- Client communication
- Therapeutic techniques
- Confidentiality compliance
- Emotional support
- Self-advocacy skills
- Intake assessments
- Therapeutic interventions
- Professional development
- Record keeping
- Clinical documentation
- Tracking client progress
- Group therapy facilitation
- Child and adolescent therapy
- Professional networking
- Intellectual disability support
- Building rapport
- Grief counseling
- Individual counseling
- Continuing education
Timeline
Clinical Therapist Intern
Clinical solutions Inc
09.2025 - Current
Intern
International Social Services
09.2024 - 12.2025
Volunteer
Student Support Network
03.2023 - 04.2023
Master of Social Work - Social work(Generalist)
Morgan State University
Bachelor of Science - Family&Human Services
Towson University