Paige Davies
Denver,CO
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated clinical therapist with a Clinical Social Work Candidate license and hands-on experience in providing trauma-informed care and psychotherapy. Passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families to address generational and intergenerational trauma through innovative approaches, including somatic and psychedelic modalities. Committed to fostering resilience and healing in clients by creating safe and supportive therapeutic environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Developmental Specialist and Special Needs Caregiver
Private Family
08.2022 - Current
- Provided daily care and support for a child with severe autism
- Coordinated and attended medical appointments, working closely with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Facilitated effective communication with parents to provide updates on progress and address any concerns related to the child's care
- Delivered targeted interventions to support behavioral regulation
- Collaborated with therapists to reinforce therapeutic strategies and integrate them into daily routines, enhancing the child's development and well-being
- Monitored and documented progress and behavioral changes, contributing to ongoing assessments and adjustments in care strategies
- Administered and managed complex medication schedules to ensure timely and accurate dosing.
Clinical Intern
Maria Droste Counseling Center
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed a therapeutic caseload, providing counseling services to both adults and children
- Utilized an Electronic Health Record to document client interaction, take clinical notes, and complete session billing
- Utilized diverse therapeutic interventions, including Internal Family Systems, Somatic interventions, and play therapy, to address clients' needs effectively
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary professionals at a co-located site within an elementary school, serving children from kindergarten to fifth grade
- Facilitated coordination between parents, teachers, and other stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support for clients in the school setting
- Acted as the intern representative for the Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion board, contributing insights and initiatives to promote diversity and inclusivity within the organization.
Navigation and Housing Intern
Bayuad Enterprises
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with navigation and housing team to secure vital resources for clients, including housing vouchers, SNAP, and Medicaid
- Managed time-sensitive cases efficiently, ensuring prompt assistance and support
- Advocated for clients across agencies, ensuring comprehensive care and access to services
- Tailored interventions based on client preferences and needs
- Provided holistic support as a housing navigator, aiding individuals transitioning from homelessness
- Coordinated medical appointments and conducted mental health assessments to address specific client needs.
Mental Health Counselor
Third Way Center
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Worked as a mental health counselor in a residential facility, supporting at-risk teens with severe trauma and complex symptoms
- Successfully managed a milieu and implemented milieu therapy
- Created relationships to provide emotional and therapeutic support to abused and neglected teens and their families
- Conducted therapeutic group sessions with clients and managed family visitation
- Developed and implemented safety plans for high-risk teens
- Managed medical emergencies and dispensed controlled medication
- Maintained hundreds of pages of time-sensitive paperwork, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Worked with an interdisciplinary team to create and implement treatment plans.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
05.2024
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
Indianapolis University Purdue University (IUPUI)
05.2021
Skills
- Electronic Health Record Experience
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Group Therapy
- Psychological Assessment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Treatment Planning
- Somatic Interventions
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient evaluations
Certification
Clinical Social Work Candidate - SWC.0000002262
Honors and Accolades
- HRSA Co-Access Scholarship Recipient
- Phi - Alpha Member (Social Work Honors Society)
- Dean’s List (Fall of 2019, Spring 2020, Summer 2020, Spring 2021)
- Psy - Chi Member
Coursework
- Graduate Capstone Project – An Introduction to Somatic Interventions: A Training
- Undergraduate Capstone Research Project – Integrated Counseling and Mindfulness for Elementary Students
- Clinical Experiencing 1
- Clinical Experiencing 2
Trainings and Seminars
Innovations in Treating Complex Trauma and PTSD: Advanced Strategies using a Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Approach (6 hrs)
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute
September 2024
Internal Family Systems (IFS) Training (8 hrs)
Maria Droste Counseling Center
February 2024
Sensori-Motor Training (4 hrs)
Maria Droste Counseling Center
March 2024
Narrative Therapy and Suicidality Training (4 hrs)
Maria Droste Counseling Center
February 2024
Play Therapy and Sandbox Training (12 hrs)
Maria Droste Counseling Center
September 2023
Neurobiology of Trauma Training (3 hours)
Maria Droste Counseling Center
January 2024
Trauma Processing Training (3 hours)
Maria Droste Counseling Center
December 2024
Grief and Loss Training (3 hours)
Maria Droste Counseling Center
February 2024
Infant and Maternal Mental Health Care (4 hrs)
HRSA
March 2024
Geriatric Mental Health Care and Death and Dying (4 hrs)
HRSA
November 2024
Psychedelic Science and Innovations Conference (3 days)
MAPS
July 2022
References
- Kate Trewartha, Clinical Supervisor at Maria Droste, kate_trewartha@mariadroste.org
- Nick Neujaur, Professor at Metropolitan State University, 970-260-2539
- Lucia Nisly, Task Supervisor at Bayaud Enterprises, 574-312-1757
Timeline
Clinical Intern
Maria Droste Counseling Center
07.2023 - 06.2024
Developmental Specialist and Special Needs Caregiver
Private Family
08.2022 - Current
Navigation and Housing Intern
Bayuad Enterprises
08.2022 - 05.2023
Mental Health Counselor
Third Way Center
09.2021 - 09.2022
Master of Social Work -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
Indianapolis University Purdue University (IUPUI)
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