Nicola Anderson
Kearney,NE
Summary
Respectful LIMHP with hands-on experience providing quality psychological services to youth and adults. Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate treatment modalities and interventions to meet needs of individuals. Passionate about helping people manage mental health and improve quality of life.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Therapist
CHI Richard Young
10.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient progress by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions in individual and group sessions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each client''s unique needs.
- Improved communication among staff, patients, and families through clear documentation of therapy sessions and progress updates.
- Managed caseload effectively, maintaining timely and accurate documentation for all clients throughout the course of treatment.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed, ensuring safety and stabilization for clients experiencing acute distress.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with community resources to ensure continuity of care for clients transitioning out of the program setting.
- Helped clients work through emotional and psychological issues in both individual and group therapy sessions.
Secretary
M & R Cattle Company
01.2010 - 08.2021
- Recorded expenses and maintained accounting records in Quickbooks
- Reviewed and balanced daily bank deposits and deposit report.
- Administered bi-weekly staff payroll, including physical checks, direct deposits and all special calculations such as commissions, reimbursements and benefit deductions.
- Responsible for receiving, shipping, and tracking cattle using a special software system
- Prepared quarterly and annual tax filings
Outpatient Therapist Intern
South Central Behavioral Services
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Documented therapeutic goals and client progress.
- Assessed client needs and developed treatment plans.
- Built trust and rapport with compassionate approach.
- Completed 600-hour internship with 300 hours of direct client contact.
- Completed full mental health assessments to determine best courses of actions.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to promote awareness and growth.
- Worked with licensed clinical mental health supervisor to review patient progress and update treatment plans.
- Co lead group with up to 10 participants focusing on Seeking Safety, Relapse Prevention, Intensive Outpatient Program, and DBT curriculums
- Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques and other coping skills to members of group therapy
Apprenticeship Trainee
Dr. Krista Fritson
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Responsible for filing patient records
- Responsible for keeping files for therapists under her supervision
- Filled in for Dr. Fritson in her Abnormal Psychology class when she was unable to attend
Field Experience
Spectrum Center For Autism
03.2017 - 05.2017
- Shadowed a behavior therapy provider with the same child for 6 weeks
- Observed and interacted with child in skill building and learning activities
- Observed and interacted with child on reading comprehension and math development skills
Field Experience for Recovery Specialist
Richard Young Behavioral Health
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Shadowed Recovery Specialist for 8 weeks
- Performed room checks, and conducted observation assessments on patients
- Interacted with patients, helped perform daily tasks such as safety checks, reviewing client records and leading groups
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University Of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University Of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE12.2018
Skills
- Problem solving abilities
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Effective Communication
- Ability to function independently
- Crisis Management
- Individual Counseling
- Family Therapy
- Group Therapy
References
Dr. Douglas Tillman
308-865-8360
tillmandr@unk.edu
Dr. Krista Fritson
308-865-8247
fritsonkk@unk.edu
Lacey Witt
308-865-2264
lacey.witt@commonspirit.org
Affiliations
- American Counseling Association (ACA)
- Nebraska Counseling Association (NCA)
- Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (LOSS)
Timeline
Program Therapist
CHI Richard Young
10.2021 - Current
Outpatient Therapist Intern
South Central Behavioral Services
01.2021 - 07.2021
Apprenticeship Trainee
Dr. Krista Fritson
08.2017 - 12.2017
Field Experience
Spectrum Center For Autism
03.2017 - 05.2017
Field Experience for Recovery Specialist
Richard Young Behavioral Health
01.2017 - 03.2017
Secretary
M & R Cattle Company
01.2010 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University Of Nebraska At Kearney
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University Of Nebraska At Kearney
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