Michal Gastineau
Oklahoma City,USA
Summary
Experienced Social Worker specializing in crisis intervention and substance abuse treatment. Developed comprehensive treatment plans and facilitated group sessions, employing evidence-based practices to support veterans facing mental health challenges. Focused on enhancing client outcomes through trauma-informed care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
GS11 Social Worker
OKC VAHCS
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
03.2023 - Current
- Coordinated contracted sober living beds, enhancing veteran access to substance treatment care.
- Delivered individual evidence-based psychotherapy sessions for veterans with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health diagnoses, addressing military sexual trauma.
- Responded to Veterans in a mental health crisis to provide crisis intervention and safety planning.
- Conducted intake assessments for veterans seeking substance treatment, facilitating tailored care plans.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans and relapse prevention plans with veterans.
- Facilitated substance treatment groups promoting processing and supportive peer engagement.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on effective consultation practices. on VA CPT consultation in March 2024 and CBT-SUD consultation in November 2025.
Therapist
Red Rock Behavioral Health
Yukon, OK
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Conducted individual therapy sessions tailored to patient-focused, recovery-oriented goals.
- Collaborated with team members to create tailored treatment plans that addressed individual client needs.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups to improve client engagement and understanding of treatment processes.
Social Work practicum student
OKC VAHCS
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Conducted individual psychotherapy sessions to foster personal growth and resilience.
- Executed substance treatment consults, delivering comprehensive care assessments for tailored treatment plans.
- Facilitated process and psychoeducational groups, improving client engagement and participation.
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Oklahoma
Norman, Oklahoma
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Coauthored publication on female sex offenders, contributing valuable insights.
- Reorganized typologies of female sex offenders with coauthor, improving clarity and categorization.
- Researched information for articles, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
- Organized research findings into a structured format for publication, enhancing clarity and accessibility.
- Facilitated weekly meetings to discuss ongoing projects and align goals across team members.
- Transcribed recordings to maintain accurate documentation of discussions and ensure comprehensive records.
Practicum Student
Good Shepherd Clinic and Crossroads Hospice
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
10.2021 - 05.2021
- Assessed patient needs through psychosocial evaluations to inform care strategies.
- Provided emotional support and addressed social needs for patients and families during end-of-life transitions, enhancing their coping experience.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to collaboratively shape patient care planning decisions.
Education
Master’s of Social Work - Norman
University of Oklahoma
Norman05-2022
Bachelor’s of Art - Broadcast Journalism
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater05-2012
Skills
- Substance abuse treatment
- Evidence-based practice
- Crisis intervention
- Treatment planning
- Group facilitation
- Case management
- Trauma-informed care
- Victim support
Certification
- Register Yoga Teacher (RYT200), 2023
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 2025
Publications
[Gastineau, M]. (2022, June 3). Modernized female sex offender typologies: Intrapsychic, behavioral, and trauma-related domains. Cogent Social Sciences. Taylor & Francis Online.
Timeline
GS11 Social Worker
OKC VAHCS
03.2023 - Current
Therapist
Red Rock Behavioral Health
05.2022 - 11.2022
Social Work practicum student
OKC VAHCS
01.2022 - 05.2022
Practicum Student
Good Shepherd Clinic and Crossroads Hospice
10.2021 - 05.2021
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Oklahoma
08.2021 - 05.2022
Master’s of Social Work - Norman
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor’s of Art - Broadcast Journalism
Oklahoma State University