Passionate counselor committed to helping clients work toward healing and self-sufficiency while emphasizing personal strengths. Honest and disciplined professional with several years of comprehensive experience in residential and outpatient care. Impeccable communicator possessing ethical decision-making abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SUD Counselor CADC II
MHS-Turn Behavioral Health Services
Santee, CA
03.2019 - 05.2024
Developed treatment plans to address client needs.
Provided individual and group counseling sessions for clients.
Developed crisis intervention strategies for individuals facing difficult situations or events.
Researched best practices in the field of counseling in order to stay current on evidence based treatments.
Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case management issues and plan services for clients.
Implemented therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing therapy, relapse prevention and mindfulness training into practice.
Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans.
Helped clients find solutions by teaching appropriate intervention techniques.
Documented meetings, interventions and contacts with clients to optimize care.
Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to address mental health issues, career concerns, and personal development.
SUD Counselor CADC I
CRASH INC.
San Diego, CA
03.2016 - 02.2019
Education
Associate of Science - Alcohol And Other Drugs
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA
06-2013
Skills
Client Counseling
Mental Health Support
Client Records Management
Solution-focused counseling
Crisis Intervention
Substance Abuse Counseling
Care Planning
Personal Development Sessions
Suicide risk assessments
Addictions specialist
Motivational Interviewing
Superior communication skills
Treatment Plans
HIPAA
Behavior Modification
Suicide Prevention
Treatment Planning
Biopsychosocial Assessments
Multicultural Competence
Self-care strategies
Anger Management
Relapse Prevention
Psychoeducation
Regulatory Compliance
Patient Advocacy
Group Counseling
Certification
CCAPP Valid thru 06/07/2025 A050370818
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SUD Counselor CADC II
MHS-Turn Behavioral Health Services
03.2019 - 05.2024
SUD Counselor CADC I
CRASH INC.
03.2016 - 02.2019
Associate of Science - Alcohol And Other Drugs
San Diego City College
CCAPP Valid thru 06/07/2025 A050370818
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