NICOLE GILLESPIE
Daphne,AL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Licensed Therapist with a decade of experience guiding clients through social and emotional challenges, fostering resilience and personal growth. Proficient in equipping individuals with effective techniques to navigate daily obstacles, utilizing behavior modification strategies to promote constructive problem-solving. Versatile clinician adept at delivering both individual and group therapy sessions, creating a supportive environment tailored to the unique needs of each client. Committed to empowering others on the journey toward mental wellness and improved quality of life.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Multisystemic Therapist (MST)
Pathway, Inc.
09.2022 - Current
- Provided intensive, family and community-based interventions for youth aged 11–17 at risk of out-of-home placement due to serious antisocial or offending behavior.
- Provided linkage to community based resources.
- Facilitated individual. family and group therapy sessions to support client mental health and emotional well-being.
- Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans aligned with client goals and progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs, strengths, and areas for improvement.
- Provided crisis intervention strategies to stabilize clients in acute distress situations.
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness, adjusting strategies based on client feedback and outcomes.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through ongoing research, training, and participation in industry conferences and workshops.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients recognize personal barriers to change and identify actionable steps towards improvement.
- Worked closely with families to educate them on mental health issues, facilitate open dialogue, and foster a supportive home environment for client recovery.
Clinical Therapist
Riverside New Life AB10
09.2016 - 07.2022
- Completed Clinical assessments and planned customized treatments, applying wide range of resources.
- Delivered quality, comprehensive and well-integrated clinical services in alignment with patient needs.
- Completed Substance Use screenings and referred to appropriate level of care
- Planned and organized individual, family and group therapy for patients ranging in ages and issues.
- Helped clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
- Collaborated with various agencies and service providers to facilitate care coordination and information sharing.
- Worked with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop tailored treatment plans for diverse client populations.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic modalities to enhance client coping strategies and emotional resilience.
Clinical Therapist, Student Intern
Riverside Family Wellness Center
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Completed Clinical Intake Assessments
- Developed personalized treatment plans aligned with client goals and clinical assessments.
- Participate in continued case planning as part of a treatment team
- Progress notes
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
- Analyze client cases to develop individualized goals and interventions
- Facilitate problem-solving and complaint resolution
- Advocate for client rights
- Provide individualized service according to client's needs
- File CPS reports
Patient Care Assistant
Loma Linda University Medical Center
01.2012 - 10.2015
- Cardiothoracic Surgery Intensive Care Unit
- Observe patient condition and document information in medical records for review by medical staff
- Communicate with patients to establish needs and assess health care requirements
- Aid patients in daily care and assist with personal hygiene as needed
- Protect the privacy of all patients by strictly adhering to HIPAA guidelines and ensuring that patient information is secure at all times
- Prepare intake and output information following the facility protocols regarding documentation
- Organize work to complete tasks within designated period
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology as well as the ability to obtain vitals as needed, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and weight as directed by the nurse or physician on duty
- Communicate ideas and translate information clearly and concisely
- Cared for adult, and older adult individuals
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Clinical Therapist Intern
Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Completed Intake assessments
- Progress notes
- Facilitate Individual and group therapy
- Participate in continued case planning as part of a treatment team
- Created Care plans
- Advocate for client
- Provide individualized service according to client's needs
- Delivered quality, comprehensive and well-integrated clinical services in alignment with patient needs.
Clinical Therapist Intern, Social Work Clinical Intern
Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute, BHI
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Completed Intake Assessments
- Developed treatment plans tailored to patient-specific goals and progress.
- Individual and family therapy
- Co-facilitate group therapy
- Participate in continued case planning as part of a treatment team
- Progress notes
- Analyze client cases to develop individualized goals and interventions
- Facilitate problem-solving and complaint resolution
- Advocate for client rights
- Provide individualized service according to client's needs
- Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
Master of Social Work Intern/Trainee
Grand Terrace Health Care Center
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Completed admission and discharge planning
- Completed clinical assessments
- Facilitate individual and group therapy
- Participate in continued case planning as part of treatment team
- Counseling families on concerns about the level of care that their family member will receive
- Facilitate problem-solving and complaint resolution
- Help residents apply for financial assistance
- Provide individualized service according to client's needs
- Cared for adult and older adult individuals with various requests seeking rehabilitation or skilled nursing for acute, and chronic illness, palliative care, and hospice.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Management and Organization Development
Spring Arbor University
Lansing, MIMaster of Social Work (MSW) - Clinical Focus
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA06-2016
Skills
- Multisystemic Therapy
- Parenting techniques
- Behavioral Interventions
- Trauma Informed Care
- Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
- One-on-One, Family and Group therapy Sessions
- Treatment planning
- Substance Use Screening
- Crisis Intervention
- Interpersonal Communication
- Discharge Planning
- Motivational Interviewing
- Integrated healthcare models
- Building rapport
Certification
- LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- BLS-CPR
Timeline
Multisystemic Therapist (MST)
Pathway, Inc.
09.2022 - Current
Clinical Therapist
Riverside New Life AB10
09.2016 - 07.2022
Clinical Therapist, Student Intern
Riverside Family Wellness Center
08.2015 - 06.2016
Clinical Therapist Intern
Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute
06.2015 - 09.2015
Clinical Therapist Intern, Social Work Clinical Intern
Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute, BHI
06.2015 - 09.2015
Master of Social Work Intern/Trainee
Grand Terrace Health Care Center
01.2015 - 05.2015
Patient Care Assistant
Loma Linda University Medical Center
01.2012 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Management and Organization Development
Spring Arbor University
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Clinical Focus
Loma Linda University