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Neela Trivedi

Colleyville,TX

Summary

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate. Completed clinical practicum and internship providing therapy to individuals, couples, families, teens, and groups in hybrid (in-person and telehealth) settings. Trained in evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and Person-Centered Therapy. Experienced working with diverse populations affected by trauma, domestic violence, homelessness, human trafficking, and mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, OCD, and borderline personality disorder. Skilled in crisis intervention, child protective services (CPS) collaboration, case conceptualization, treatment planning, and clinical diagnosis using the DSM-5. Proficient in electronic clinical documentation and mental health note structures (SOAP, DAP), as well as administration of basic counseling assessments. Strong group facilitation skills; led therapeutic art workshops for clients at a local homeless shelter, promoting self-expression and emotional healing. Compassionate and collaborative communicator with a proven ability to build rapport and foster trust with clients, colleagues, and interdisciplinary teams across clinical and community-based settings. Extensive background in healthcare and insurance consulting, with specialized expertise in life, disability, and health insurance policies, HIPAA compliance, and business operations. Deeply committed to lifelong learning, multicultural competence, trauma-informed care, and ethical standards in counseling practice. Languages: Fluent in English and Indian Dialects (Hindi/Gujarati)

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Consultant

Self-Employed Business Consultant
03.2001 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians and staff in solo medical practices to improve workflow, patient communication, and team coordination.
  • Managed patient scheduling and electronic health records in compliance with HIPAA and OSHA standards.
  • Trained and supervised culturally diverse teams; implemented operational policies to enhance patient care and efficiency.
  • Provided financial oversight, including budgeting and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Developed and delivered staff development programs focused on improving interpersonal and organizational effectiveness.
  • Kept client overhead costs consistently under 25%

Practicum/Internship I & II

EmpathyHQ (formerly Alliance Child & Family Solutions)
11.2024 - 08.2025
  • Provided over 250 hours of direct clinical services, including individual, group, couples, and telehealth counseling sessions.
  • Completed over 350 hours of indirect services, including case conceptualization, assessments, treatment planning, documentation, and integration of counseling theories, modalities, and interventions.
  • Delivered therapeutic services to adolescents, adults, couples, and families in a hybrid (in-person and telehealth) setting.
  • Applied Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, CBT, DBT, REBT, and Motivational Interviewing approaches tailored to client needs.
  • Treated a wide range of presenting concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, and relational conflict.
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions, developing treatment plans, progress notes, and safety plans.
  • Facilitated trauma-informed care and emotional regulation skills for clients with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and complex trauma.
  • Focused on strengths-based counseling to foster resilience and promote client autonomy.
  • Provided psychoeducation, coping strategies, and emotional support for couples experiencing conflict and communication issues.
  • Engaged in weekly supervision and case consultation to enhance clinical skills and ethical decision-making.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
08.2025

Master of Business Administration - Finance

Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ
01.1998

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Stockton State University
Pomona, NJ
01.1996

Skills

  • Presentation skills
  • Business analysis
  • Business planning
  • Staff mentoring
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Professionalism
  • Self motivation
  • Active listening

Affiliations

  • American Counseling Association July 2024 – Current
  • Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) February 2025 – Current
  • Texas Counseling Association (TCA) January 2025 - Current

Certification

  • LPC-Associate, Texas – Eligible upon graduation August 2025
  • National Counselor Examination (NCE): Passed June 2025
  • Texas Jurisprudence Exam: Passed July 2025
  • Final Requirement: Awaiting official graduate transcript (due by August 11, 2025)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Practicum/Internship I & II

EmpathyHQ (formerly Alliance Child & Family Solutions)
11.2024 - 08.2025

Business Consultant

Self-Employed Business Consultant
03.2001 - Current

Master of Business Administration - Finance

Fairleigh Dickinson University

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Stockton State University

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walden University

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