Noel Rapp
West Long Branch,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Psychotherapist with background in various therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy. Strengths include strong communication skills, empathetic listener, and provided individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs. Previous work resulted in positive outcomes for clients struggling with mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety. Demonstrated ability to establish trusting relationships with clients to facilitate healing and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Team Clinical Lead Psychotherapist
LEAF Psychotherapy by Dr Dana Spada
Little Silver, NJ
01.2023 - Current
- Managed caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to determine effective treatment plans.
- Maintained progress notes and documentation for patient health records.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided crisis support.
- Served as a mentor for newly hired therapists, providing advice and support as needed.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on current trends and best practices in the field of psychology.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops related to the field of psychotherapy.
- Created effective relationships with other organizations that provide resources or referrals for clients as needed.
- Supervised clinical staff members in providing therapeutic interventions to clients.
Clinical Lead Therapist
Guardian Recovery Network
New Brunswick, NJ
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Assessed clients to determine individual needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided individual, family, and group counseling sessions to address addiction issues.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and communication skills.
- Conducted assessments of client's mental health status and substance use history.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress in the electronic medical record system.
- Developed aftercare plans for clients transitioning out of treatment programs.
- Advised families on how to support their loved one throughout the recovery process.
- Referred clients to appropriate outside agencies when necessary.
Graduate Intern Counselor / Behavioral Health Tech
Discovery Institute for Addictive Disorders
Marlboro, NJ
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Conducted intake interviews with new patients to complete forms, assess mental health condition or obtain treatment history.
- Collaborated with doctors, psychologists or therapists in working with patient treatments.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Conducted searches of clients upon return to facility.
- Performed searches of resident belongings prior to admissions and throughout stays.
- Assisted with execution of client activities, support groups and field trips.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Documented patient behavior, interventions completed and patient response to interventions.
- Provided individual, family, and group counseling sessions to address addiction issues.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and communication skills.
Undergraduate Intern
SC Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services
Conway, SC
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Coordinated phases of offender prison release program.
- Delivered bail recommendations to court to assist with case outcomes.
- Developed professional relationships with offenders through home, school, detention, and community visits.
- Acted as a liaison between probationers, their families, and community resources to encourage a supportive network.
- Coordinated with law enforcement, social services, and other agencies to provide comprehensive support to probationers.
- Maintained accurate and confidential records of probationer activities and progress.
- Supervised cases referred to court.
Front Desk Assistant
CCU Department of Public Safety
Conway, SC
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained cleanliness of front desk area throughout shift; stocked supplies as necessary.
- Monitored lobby traffic flow during peak hours; provided assistance where needed.
- Assisted with administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, preparing reports.
- Attended regular meetings with department heads to discuss policies and procedures.
- Handled payment processing and provided customers with receipts and proper bills and change.
- Answered telephones and greeted visitors to assist, answer questions and direct.
- Welcomed patrons to front desk and engaged in friendly conversations while conducting check-in process.
Education
MSW in Social Work -
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJ05.2022
BA in Sociology & Criminology -
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC12.2018
High School Diploma -
Mahwah High School
Mahwah, NJ06.2015
Skills
- Team Management
- Staff Development
- Patient Care Coordination
- Clinical Research
- Innovation and Creativity
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- EMR Software
- Team Collaboration
- Therapy and counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Group Counseling
Additional Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Social Media Platforms Development
- Website Design
- NJSAMS/KIPU Efficient
- Case Management & Discharge Planning
- Crisis Intervention/De-escalation Tactics
- Providing supervision of 2+ years
- Administrative & HR Experience
Honors Awards & Trainings
- National Honor Society of Leadership & Success
- Alpha Kappa Delta (International Sociological Honor Society)
- Sigma Eta Chapter Order of Omega (Sorority & Fraternity Honor Society)
- President’s List & Dean’s List 2015-2018
- 2017 South Carolina Criminal Justice Training Conference
- 2018 South Carolina Criminal Justice Training Conference
- Trained in EMDR
- Trained in Reiki Energy Healing
- Trained in Gottman Levels 1 & 2
- SAP Certified
- Trained in Grief & Loss
Clubs & Leadership
- Gamma Phi Beta Sorority, Public Relations Vice-President, Community Service Chair
- Freedom Readers / Counseling Program, Member of the SC Parole & Probation Association
- Myrtle Beach Certified Rape Crisis Volunteer, Women in National Intelligence & Security Club
- MSW: Phi Alpha Honor Society for Social Work
Timeline
Senior Team Clinical Lead Psychotherapist
LEAF Psychotherapy by Dr Dana Spada
01.2023 - Current
Clinical Lead Therapist
Guardian Recovery Network
01.2021 - 01.2023
Graduate Intern Counselor / Behavioral Health Tech
Discovery Institute for Addictive Disorders
03.2020 - 01.2021
Undergraduate Intern
SC Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services
01.2018 - 01.2019
Front Desk Assistant
CCU Department of Public Safety
01.2017 - 01.2018
MSW in Social Work -
Ramapo College of New Jersey
BA in Sociology & Criminology -
Coastal Carolina University
High School Diploma -
Mahwah High School
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