Natasha Fortune
Kew Gardens,New York
Summary
Mental health professional with proven track record in delivering comprehensive counseling services to diverse client populations. Adept at using evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address complex mental health issues. Known for collaborative approach, adaptability, and reliability in achieving positive client outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Counselor
Alma
07.2022 - Current
- Improved clients'' coping skills through the implementation of cognitive-behavioral therapy interventions.
- Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression for clients with tailored treatment plans addressing individual needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments and diagnoses of clients, identifying appropriate treatment goals and strategies.
Mental Health Counselor
Private Practice
07.2019 - Current
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessments.
- Mediated conflicts within families to clarify and resolve underlying issues.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
School Counselor
Department Of Education
09.2010 - Current
- Made use of cognitive behavioral therapy during individual/group sessions to help students reach academic/personal goals
- Implemented anti bullying policy focusing on empowering bystanders and victims
- Designed and implemented child abuse workshops for staff, students, and parents
- Implemented student discipline measures, decreasing classroom disruptions by 80%
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests and educational goals.
Mental Health Counselor Limited Permit
Resolution Counseling Services, PLLC
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Establish trust and rapport with court ordered clients/self referral clients
- Collaborate with clients to help identify goals and areas of growth
- Utilized CBT methods to help client change thought patterns, actions and behaviors
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans in accordance with insurance company mandates for 30 clients per month
- Diagnosed clients using DSM 5 and other assessment tools
- Created and implemented 12 week parenting classes for adults with Administration for Children Services cases
- Worked with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques at home and school
- Referred clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes
Substance Abuse Counselor (Intern)
Palladia Starhill
04.2010 - 04.2013
- Provided group/individual counseling and assessment focusing on relapse prevention and employment readiness
- Created and maintain treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries using AWARDS computer systems
- Tracked and monitored toxicology reports week to week basis for 100% of case load clients
- Met billing targets and maintained compliance with requirements of billing department
- Collaborated with outside agencies to assist clients in maintaining sobriety upon discharge Acted as group facilitator for domestic violence awareness group for men
- Successfully led key projects which resulted in successful chart audit
English Teacher
TYWLS-Dept of Education
09.2006 - 06.2010
- Designed differentiated instruction lesson plans for heterogeneous classrooms
- Prepared lessons in conjunction with state English Language Arts standards for standardized tests
- Achieved one hundred success rate on English Language Arts state exams for three consecutive years
- Facilitated student test scores in top 90% by teaching students standardized test information and techniques
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY 09.2015 - Current
Master of Science - School Counseling
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY2009
New York State Professional English Language Arts Teaching Certification, 7-12 - English/Education, Psychology
Hunter College
New York, New York06.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Hunter College
New York, New York2005
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) expert
- Depression treatment
- Career guidance
- Anxiety reduction
- Clinical documentation
- Developing relationships
Certification
- New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor-009524
- New York State Licensed School Counselor-850928
- New York State Licensed English Teacher-850928
- Valid Liability Insurance (available upon request)
- Tax ID and NPI number (available upon request)
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor
Alma
07.2022 - Current
Mental Health Counselor
Private Practice
07.2019 - Current
Mental Health Counselor Limited Permit
Resolution Counseling Services, PLLC
07.2017 - 07.2019
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Long Island University
09.2015 - Current
School Counselor
Department Of Education
09.2010 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor (Intern)
Palladia Starhill
04.2010 - 04.2013
English Teacher
TYWLS-Dept of Education
09.2006 - 06.2010
Master of Science - School Counseling
Long Island University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Hunter College
New York State Professional English Language Arts Teaching Certification, 7-12 - English/Education, Psychology
Hunter College
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