Misty Shores
Entrepreneur / Clinical Supervisor / LCSW
Westfield,NJ
Summary
Skilled clinical professional and supervisor with a focus on integrative wellness and trauma-informed care. Extensive experience in evidence-based psychotherapy within agencies, schools, and private practice settings. Proven track record in mentoring practitioners and creating programs that enhance mental health outcomes for children, adolescents, and adults.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Clinical Preceptor - PMHNP Program
University of Cincinnati & Northwestern University
Westfield, New Jersey
01.2023 - Current
- Mentor post-Master's psychiatric nurse practitioner students in outpatient clinical rotations in a private practice setting.
- Facilitate didactic learning by integrating classroom knowledge with real world clinical practice.
- Provide guidance in psychiatric assessment, psychopharmacology, therapeutic interventions, and integrative wellness practices.
- Evaluate student performance, provide detailed feedback, and support competency development in the medical field.
- Collaborate with academic faculty to align clinical experiences with curriculum objectives and ANCC & PMHMP competencies.
- Promote ethical practice, inter-professional collaboration, and advanced clinical decision making.
Founder & Clinical Director
Four Immeasurables Life Practice, LLC
Westfield, NJ
07.2016 - Current
- Operate a wellness practice integrating psychotherapy, coaching, and physical training.
- Provide therapy sessions for individuals, families, and small groups, including children, adolescents, and first responders.
- Develop personalized wellness plans focusing on mental, emotional, and physical health.
- Design specialized workshops addressing trauma, resilience, stress management, and lifestyle balance.
- Collaborate with schools, universities, and community organizations to enhance client care.
School Social Worker
Green Brook Academy
Bound Brook, New Jersey
10.2012 - Current
- Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments and provide individual counseling for at-risk students ages 10-21 years old.
- Implement behavioral and wellness strategies to promote student success and social-emotional learning.
- Provide clinical knowledge as appropriate as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Credentialed Clinical Supervisor to aid in program development or fostering evidence based interventions in working with students with significant behavioral, psychological, emotional and learning disabilities.
- Collaborate with sending district CST, IEP, and school teams to enhance academic and behavioral outcomes.
- Conduct home visits and family consultations to support positive student outcomes.
- Utilize referral sources such as community and agency based programs as appropriate.
Clinical Supervisor
Four Immeasurables Life Practice, LLC
Westfield, NJ
07.2012 - Current
- Provide clinical supervision and professional mentorship to LSWs and LACs seeking advanced licensure in the states of New Jersey and New York.
- Supervise graduate-level interns and post-graduate clinical students from Fordham University, Columbia University, Rutgers University, Georgian Court, and The New School, pursuing mental health or clinical licensure as LPCs or LCSWs.
- Conduct case consultations, review treatment plans, and ensure adherence to evidence-based interventions.
- Facilitate professional development, skills training, and ethical, practical guidance.
- Evaluate clinician and student performance providing constructive feedback for competency and licensure readiness.
Licensed Social Worker & Field Instructor
New Brunswick Counseling Center
New Brunswick, New Jersey
10.2008 - 10.2012
- Conducted individual and group therapy, developed treatment plans, and coordinated case management.
- Performed psychosocial assessments and facilitated intake processes for adolescents and adults.
- Supervised graduate clinical interns providing guidance on social work skills, ethical practice, and professional development.
Education
M.S.W. - Clinical Social Work
Fordham University Graduate School of Social Serv.
Lincoln Center - New York, NY05-2009
Criminal Justice / Physical Fitness Training - Officer Training
Camden County Police Academy
Blackwood10-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Latin American Studies
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05-2002
Skills
- Integrative wellness advocacy in school, community, and private practice settings
- Behavioral strategy implementation
- Psychotherapy for individuals, families, and groups
- Life coaching and resilience training
- Trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices
- Program development
- Clinical supervision and professional mentorship of LSWs and LACs seeking post-graduate licensure
- Clinical preceptor for graduate and post-master's students in the PMHNP program
- School-based mental health and crisis intervention
- Bio-psychosocial assessment and treatment planning
- Youth development & leadership
- Clinical expertise
Certification
- New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) #44SC05609600
- NJ School Social Worker License (CSSW) #7463439
- NASW Credentialed Clinical Supervisor (CCS)
- Field Instructor Certification - SIFI, Rutgers University
- Trauma Research Foundation Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies
Timeline
Clinical Preceptor - PMHNP Program
University of Cincinnati & Northwestern University
01.2023 - Current
Founder & Clinical Director
Four Immeasurables Life Practice, LLC
07.2016 - Current
School Social Worker
Green Brook Academy
10.2012 - Current
Clinical Supervisor
Four Immeasurables Life Practice, LLC
07.2012 - Current
Licensed Social Worker & Field Instructor
New Brunswick Counseling Center
10.2008 - 10.2012
M.S.W. - Clinical Social Work
Fordham University Graduate School of Social Serv.
Criminal Justice / Physical Fitness Training - Officer Training
Camden County Police Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Latin American Studies
Rutgers University
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