NADINE STARK
San Marcos,CA
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic professional with a strong foundation in student support. Leveraging extensive experience in academic guidance, career development, and personal well-being to foster student success. Proven ability to build rapport, facilitate workshops, and connect students with essential resources. Committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where all students can thrive.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Self Employed at Connective Counseling
07.2024 - Current
- Utilize evidence-based therapy modalities including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI).
- Perform client assessments and develop person-centered treatment plans.
- Support diverse clientele to identify and achieve their goals and develop healthy coping skills.
- Educate clients about mental health topics and strategies for navigating everyday life challenges.
Behavioral Health Therapist
Northwest Michigan Health Services
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Conducted assessments, brief interventions, referrals, and outpatient therapy for adolescent and adult clients in Federally Qualified Health Clinic.
- Participated in multidisciplinary case conferences with medical providers.
- Developed collaborative working relationships with community partners.
- Offered integrative behavioral health interventions for patients with complex health challenges.
- Supported medical providers and participated in multi-disciplinary case consultation and coordination of care.
School-Based Therapist
Grand Traverse County Health Department
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided assessment, psychotherapy, case management and referrals for wide array of adolescent mental health disorders.
- Utilized relaxation skills, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
- Collaborated with guidance counselors, principals, teachers, and administrative staff to support and advocate for students.
- Taught Trails to Wellness social and emotional development curriculum.
- Implemented grant guidelines for Child and Adolescent Health Centers in Michigan.
Behavioral Health Counselor
Grand Traverse Band Of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians
04.2017 - 09.2021
- Provided strength-based mental health and substance abuse counseling for individuals, couples, families and groups.
- Empowered clients through education, teaching healthy coping skills, mindfulness techniques, and building support networks.
- Effectively co-led men's domestic violence group based on Duluth Model.
- Member of multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive integrated patient care.
- Assisted with researching and writing grant proposals for expansion of behavioral health services.
Family Services Caseworker
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians
12.2015 - 04.2017
- Advocated for rights of children, parents, guardians, custodians and vulnerable adults.
- Established positive family supports including parenting and healthy relationship skills, job support, and educational planning to strengthen family unit.
- Assisted families in accessing housing resources, food pantries, health care, and emergency assistance.
- Participated in court proceedings by making recommendations for permanency planning and providing expert testimony.
Outpatient Therapist
Northern Lakes Community Mental Health
04.2015 - 12.2015
- Provided advocacy, case management and counseling services to children and families.
- Collaborated with family members, schools, health care providers, DHHS and other service providers to create client-centered treatment and individualized care plans.
- Developed safety plans for new and existing clients.
- Participated in on-call rotation providing crisis services and emergency mental health assessments at local hospital for patients, authorized psychiatric hospitalizations.
Educational Support Specialist
Traverse City Area Public Schools
02.2009 - 04.2015
- Provided tutoring, academic support, case management, and resource coordination for students and families experiencing homelessness.
- Increased student retention and graduation rates for at risk students.
- Assisted with academic and career counseling, improved student access to immunizations, health care, school meals, and extracurricular programs.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI08.2013
Bachelor of Arts - English, Secondary Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04.2006
Skills
- Cultural Competency: Knowledge of Native American and Alaskan Native cultures, histories, and traditions
- Mentorship: Experience providing culturally relevant mentorship and guidance
- Advocacy: Strong advocacy skills to address systemic barriers and promote equitable educational opportunities for Native American and Alaskan Native students
- Trauma-Informed Care: Understanding of historical trauma and its impact on Native American and Alaskan Native communities and individuals
- Community Engagement: Ability to build trust and rapport with Native American and Alaskan Native communities, tribal leaders, and families
- Resource Navigation: Familiarity with resources and support networks specifically for Native American and Alaskan Native students and families
Affiliations
National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
NASW California Chapter
emdria, EMDR International Association
California Society for Clinical Social Work
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Self Employed at Connective Counseling
07.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Therapist
Northwest Michigan Health Services
04.2022 - 06.2024
School-Based Therapist
Grand Traverse County Health Department
09.2021 - 04.2022
Behavioral Health Counselor
Grand Traverse Band Of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians
04.2017 - 09.2021
Family Services Caseworker
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians
12.2015 - 04.2017
Outpatient Therapist
Northern Lakes Community Mental Health
04.2015 - 12.2015
Educational Support Specialist
Traverse City Area Public Schools
02.2009 - 04.2015
Master of Social Work -
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Arts - English, Secondary Education
Grand Valley State University
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