PATRICIA ESPINOZA
Traverse City,Michigan
Summary
Obtain a position as a Psychology Professor bringing proven abilities in developing and implementing undergraduate courses. Gifted presenter with strengths in promoting learning through hands-on, discussion-based and remote learning strategies. Adept Behavioral Therapist with proven success rate in counseling individuals and families with social, emotional and behavioral issues. Expert at teaching others to tackle challenges through behavioral modification, care and commitment to their success. Bringing a wealth of practical experience to the classroom.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Health Therapist/Presenter
All One Health
01.2004 - Current
- Contributed subject matter expertise as panelist or guest speaker at conferences or events related to field.
- Conducted thorough research on presentation topics, ensuring accuracy and relevance of information shared with audiences.
- Incorporated visual aids such as slideshows, videos, and images to support key points in presentations, enhancing audience understanding of material presented.
- Developed curriculum and delivered informative and engaging presentations on various topics, leading to increased knowledge retention among attendees.
- 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.
- Develop and manage relationships with physicians and customers, as well as designs and delivers sales presentations based on individual customer needs to increase referral base.
- Evaluated treatment techniques after sufficient time periods to determine effectiveness for each client.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
Behavioral Health Therapist
Pine Rest
01.2006 - Current
- Accountable for counseling diverse group of individuals, families, and couples with variety of issues while maintaining knowledge of community resources and ensuring accuracy of client records
- Consulted with other therapists, public, and private service agencies and university researchers to advise clients on resources available.
- Encouraged clients and family members to practice and use skills and strategies for confronting problems constructively.
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Evaluated treatment techniques after sufficient time periods to determine effectiveness for each client.
Program Manager | Behavioral Health Therapist
Center for Women in Transition
01.2001 - 10.2004
- Tasked with supervising team of case managers and therapists while participating in clinical staffing, making service recommendations, and managing/consulting on cases
- Provided program implementation for behavior health programs, conducted training/presentations at schools, and offered individual, couples, and group therapy.
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for team.
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Illinois School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL06.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL12.1990
Skills
- Professional ethics
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural Competence
- Content Development
- Technical knowledge
- Audience Engagement
- Program implementation
- Training delivery
- Curriculum Design
- Public Speaking
- Continuous professional development
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Mental Health Treatment
- Administration and management
- Treatment Planning
- Psychological Assessment
Affiliations
- Limited Licensed Psychologist in Michigan
- Michigan Psychological Association
- CISD Certification
- Grief and Loss Certification
Certification
- Limited Licensed Psychology LLP
Timeline
Behavioral Health Therapist
Pine Rest
01.2006 - Current
Behavior Health Therapist/Presenter
All One Health
01.2004 - Current
Program Manager | Behavioral Health Therapist
Center for Women in Transition
01.2001 - 10.2004
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Illinois School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northern Illinois University
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