Clinician skilled in multi-disciplinary approaches to patient care, leveraging years of experience to enhance patient outcomes and drive business growth. Committed to delivering organized and thorough strategies in all professional activities. Proven ability to foster positive relationships with patients and colleagues.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinician
Aftermath Treatment Center
Wakefield, Massachusetts
11.2022 - Current
Conducted individual therapy sessions for clients with substance use and mental health disorders.
Developed treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance peer support and strengthen recovery skills.
Provided crisis intervention and support, ensuring safety and stabilization during critical situations.
Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and treatment outcomes.
Participated in community outreach to promote the organization
Advocated with insurance providers to secure authorizations, extensions of care, and single case agreements.
Developed and implemented documentation systems, streamlining processes for improved accuracy and compliance.
Clinician/Case Manager
Psyclarity Health
Saugus, Massachusetts
05.2022 - 11.2022
Conducted therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based practices and techniques.
Developed individualized treatment plans based on clinical evaluations.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance peer support and foster client engagement.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
Coordinated referrals with external providers to ensure access to essential services for clients.
Collaborated with business development staff to expand organizational reach through strategic site visits, relationship building, and community representation.
Clinical Intern
The Process Recovery Center
Nashua, New Hampshire
05.2021 - 05.2022
Conducted group and individual therapy sessions for PHP, IOP, and OP clients, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support client recovery.
Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans to address individual client needs and promote therapeutic progress.
Trained and skilled in conducting intakes and Biopsychosocial assessments.
Assisted clients with case management needs, including applications for government assistance, long-term sober living placement, recovery resources, and long-term therapy, while evaluating client participation and progress in treatment.
Participated in weekly individual and group supervision sessions to enhance therapeutic skills.
Worked in collaboration with coworkers in an integrated care setting, providing the highest quality of care for all clients.
Handled and processed client records consisting of client's medical histories, case notes, and patient assessments in an ethical, professional, thorough, timely manner.
Research Assistant
Lumos Lab, Merrimack College
09.2018 - 05.2020
Applied polysomnographic electrodes (EEG, EOG, EMG) using the 10-20 system for sleep assessment.
Completed sleep scoring training sessions to enhance assessment skills and contribute to research accuracy.
Conducted sleep tests throughout the duration of internship.
Collected informed consent, managed data set, and engaged directly with participants to ensure ethical research practices.
Trained in ethical conduction of research with human subjects (CITI Certificate).
Trained other students in polysomnographic electrodes (EEG, EOG, EMG) 10-20 system for sleep assessment.
Hand selected by Dr. Laura Kurdziel to further conduct research.
Provost Innovation Grant Recipient for Summer Faculty Mentored Undergraduate Research (SCURCA) Summer 2019.
Showcased research lab initiatives at the Merrimack College summer alumni event, enhancing visibility and engagement with alumni.
Volunteer
Special Olympics: Merrimack College
North Andover, MA
09.2019 - 03.2020
Facilitated weekly physical and critical thinking activities for assigned participant, enhancing engagement and skill development.
Demonstrated strong organizational skills and an empathetic approach by identifying participant needs and delivering tailored support and guidance.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Merrimack College
North Andover, Massachusetts
05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Merrimack College
North Andover, Massachusetts
05-2020
Skills
Individual and group therapy
Clinical assessment
Treatment planning
Crisis intervention
Evidence-based therapy
Patient advocacy
Healthcare systems navigation
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Problem solving
Effective communication
Relationship building and community outreach
Publications
0209 the effect of a nap on emotional reactivity in individuals with a chronic mild traumatic brain injury, Kurdziel, L. B., Maier, E., Limone, N., Azzarto, E., Sleep, 43, Supplement_1, https://doi.org/10.1093/sleep/zsaa056.207
Volunteer Experience
Special Olympics: Merrimack College, North Andover, MA, 09/19, 03/20, Developmental Sports, Worked with assigned participant weekly on physical and critical thinking activities., Presented strong organizational skills, an energetic and empathetic work attitude, skilled in identifying the needs of participants and providing support and guidance.
Honors And Awards
Recognized by the Dean's List for academic achievement in courses.
Recognized by the President's List for academic achievement in courses.
Research
The effect of a nap on emotional reactivity in individuals with a chronic mild traumatic brain injury, Kurdziel, L.B.F., Maier, E., Limone, N., Azzarto, E., 34th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, Virtual Conference
Chronic mild traumatic brain injury, napping, and emotional reactivity, Maguire, K., Limone, N., Azzarto, E., Ludwig, E., Kurdziel, L. B. F., 4th annual Research and Creative Achievement Conference at Merrimack College, Andover, MA
Chronic mild traumatic brain injury, napping, and emotional reactivity, Kurdziel, L.B.F, Maier, E., Cormier, A., Jewula, G., Spinney, R., Azzarto, E., Limone, N., 48th annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience, San Diego, CA
Lumos Lab, Merrimack College, 09/18, 05/20, Research Assistant under the advisement of Dr. Laura Kurdziel., Applied polysomnographic electrodes (EEG, EOG, EMG) using the 10-20 system for sleep assessment., Trained other students in polysomnographic electrodes (EEG, EOG, EMG) 10-20 system for sleep assessment., Trained in ethical conduction of research with human subjects (CITI Certificate)., Collected informed consent, managed data set, and worked directly with participants., Experience with sleep scoring training., Provost Innovation Grant Recipient for Summer Faculty Mentored Undergraduate Research (SCURCA) Summer 2019., Hand selected by Dr. Laura Kurdziel to further conduct research., Conducted sleep tests throughout the duration of internship., Presented the research lab at the Merrimack College summer alumni event.
Timeline
Clinician
Aftermath Treatment Center
11.2022 - Current
Clinician/Case Manager
Psyclarity Health
05.2022 - 11.2022
Clinical Intern
The Process Recovery Center
05.2021 - 05.2022
Volunteer
Special Olympics: Merrimack College
09.2019 - 03.2020
Research Assistant
Lumos Lab, Merrimack College
09.2018 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling