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Michaela Kearney

Saint Louis,MO

Summary

Compassionate therapist with strong background helping individual clients overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, identifying individualized areas of growth, and developing needed skills and support networks. Licensed by the State of Missouri.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Professional Counselor

Retelling Counseling (Self-employed)
07.2023 - Current
  • Develop strong rapport with clients, fostering a supportive and safe environment for self-exploration and growth.
  • Guide clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, adhering to ethical standards and guidelines for professional practice.
  • Manage caseload of diverse clients, tailoring interventions to meet their unique needs and goals.
  • Provide mental health psychoeducation to clients.

Staff Counselor

Karis House Community Counseling Center
06.2016 - 06.2023
  • Assisted clients in developing coping strategies for managing stressors, leading to increased resilience and improved daily functioning.
  • Coordinated referrals when necessary, connecting clients with crisis care, specialized care providers, or community resources tailored to their unique needs.
  • Established rapport with clients through active listening and empathy, fostering trusting therapeutic relationships conducive to personal growth.
  • Facilitated psychoeducational support groups, empowering clients with knowledge and tools to manage their mental health effectively.
  • Mentored practicum and intern students through supervision, sharing knowledge and expertise in order to elevate the overall quality of care provided by the organization.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in the counseling field, consistently providing high-quality services to clients.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive environment within the counseling setting, ensuring that all individuals felt respected and valued throughout the therapeutic process.

Office Manager/Counseling Supervisor

South City Community School
02.2016 - 01.2020
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Coordinated school events, ensuring timely execution and optimal experiences for all participants.
  • Created and maintained electronic and physical filing systems for documentation.
  • Developed and maintained meaningful relationships with children, parents, faculty, and staff.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personal records.
  • Provided exceptional care when addressing inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling

Covenant Theological Seminary
St Louis, MO
05.2017

Master of Arts - Christian Education

Hannibal-LaGrange University
Hannibal, MO
05.2014

Skills

  • Anxiety management
  • Building therapeutic rapport
  • Database management
  • Depression treatment
  • Grief care
  • Mental health support
  • Intake assessments
  • Interpersonal counseling
  • Self-worth building
  • Trauma counseling

Certification

  • LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
  • Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI) Practitioner
  • Making Sense of Your Worth Facilitator

Timeline

Licensed Professional Counselor

Retelling Counseling (Self-employed)
07.2023 - Current

Staff Counselor

Karis House Community Counseling Center
06.2016 - 06.2023

Office Manager/Counseling Supervisor

South City Community School
02.2016 - 01.2020

Master of Arts - Counseling

Covenant Theological Seminary

Master of Arts - Christian Education

Hannibal-LaGrange University

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