Nicole Gallegos
Palm Desert,CA
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Eating Disorder Associate Therapist at Center for Discovery, skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy and crisis intervention. Proven track record in developing effective treatment plans and enhancing client coping strategies. Adept at clinical documentation and fostering collaborative relationships within multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care. Committed to empowering clients through evidence-based practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Eating Disorder Associate Therapist
Center for Discovery
Irvine, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Identified environmental factors that may be contributing to client's symptoms and collaborated with them to create an action plan for change.
- Monitored client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
- Utilized a variety of techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices during sessions.
- Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each client.
- Participated in regular case reviews with other clinicians to discuss client progress.
- Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or diagnoses.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Talked with family members during period when patients could not self-advocate.
Clinical Therapist
Synergy Estate Executive Residential Care
Rancho Mirage, CA
02.2024 - 05.2024
Clinical Therapist
Riverside County Latino Commission
Coachella, CA
10.2023 - 01.2024
Eating Disorder Therapist
Desert Marriage And Family Counseling
Palm Desert, CA
08.2021 - 10.2023
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Massachusetts Global
Irvine, CA12-2022
Bachelor in Psychology -
Brandman University
Irvine, CA06-2018
Skills
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Clinical documentation
- Crisis intervention
- Treatment planning
- Client assessment
Certification
- Social Work Law and Ethics Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Eating Disorder Associate Therapist
Center for Discovery
05.2024 - Current
Clinical Therapist
Synergy Estate Executive Residential Care
02.2024 - 05.2024
Clinical Therapist
Riverside County Latino Commission
10.2023 - 01.2024
Eating Disorder Therapist
Desert Marriage And Family Counseling
08.2021 - 10.2023
Master of Social Work -
University of Massachusetts Global
Bachelor in Psychology -
Brandman University
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