Laura Patricia Garcia
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience in trauma-centered care, child development, and culturally competent treatment. Proven track record in clinical supervision, crisis intervention, and developing operating procedures for behavioral health programs. Adept at providing comprehensive mental health services to underserved populations, including immigrant youth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Collaborative Care Clinician
Concert Health
03.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized treatment plans for a diverse patient population, with a focus on integrating mental and physical health care.
- Develop integrated care plans by collaborating with primary care providers, psychiatrists, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to address both mental and physical health needs.
- Implement evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and other therapeutic techniques, consistently providing effective patient care while ensuring cultural competence and trauma-informed care principles are adhered to.
- Maintain detailed records by documenting patient interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic health records (EHR) systems, ensuring accurate and timely data for quality assurance purposes.
Private Practice Therapist
Cognitive Solutions Therapy LLC
06.2020 - Current
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions to a diverse population, utilizing evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapy.
- Specialize in trauma-centered care, working with clients with complex trauma histories, including underserved populations.
- Conduct crisis intervention for high-risk clients, coordinating care with local community resources and emergency services.
- Engage in continuous quality improvement efforts, including reviewing clinical documentation and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintain accurate and timely records using electronic health records (EHR) systems, ensuring comprehensive and up-to-date documentation for quality audits and client care.
Licensed Clinical Therapist
CODAC Health Recovery & Wellness Inc.
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Effectively managed a diverse caseload, providing high-quality counseling services with a focus on mental health and substance abuse, aligning with evidence-based practices
- Collaborated in a multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive mental health support services
- Utilized advanced electronic management systems for efficient client data handling, contributing to the improvement of service quality and record accuracy
- Participated in monthly chart reviews to ensure clinical information accuracy and quality.
Behavioral Health Manager
EvolvedMD
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Oversaw the integration of behavioral health services, ensuring adherence to high-quality standards and effective client care plans in a fast-paced environment
- Conducted comprehensive reviews and coordination with multidisciplinary teams to establish recovery goals and initial assessments, ensuring alignment with therapeutic best practices and enhancing service effectiveness.
Lead Clinician
Southwest Key Programs
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Provided clinical supervision to 25+ Master’s level clinicians, overseeing mental health services for immigrant youth in a 300-bed residential facility.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance with State Licensing and Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) standards.
- Ensured culturally competent, trauma-centered care for underserved populations, addressing the specific needs of immigrant youth and families.
- Led crisis intervention initiatives, managing both individual and group therapy sessions for high-risk youth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality mental health services, focusing on child development and trauma-informed care.
Clinician
Southwest Key Programs
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Provided individual and group therapy to immigrant youth, focusing on trauma-informed care and culturally competent therapeutic approaches.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each client, addressing complex trauma, anxiety, depression, and family separation.
- Conducted crisis intervention and risk assessments, coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the safety and well-being of high-risk youth.
- Collaborated with case managers, medical professionals, and external agencies to provide comprehensive care, ensuring that each client’s mental, emotional, and physical health needs were met.
- Maintained compliance with State Licensing and Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) standards, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care in a residential healthcare setting.
Clinical Coordinator
DK Advocates
04.2014 - 01.2018
- Initiated and oversaw policy refinement processes to align with quality management standards in youth mental health services.
- Engaged in the development of youth engagement strategies, particularly for underserved demographics, ensuring adherence to best practice standards.
- Provided supervision to a team of behavioral health technicians (BHT's) and support staff working with youth in the foster care system, ensuring trauma-informed and culturally competent care.
- Monitored program quality and compliance with state regulations, ensuring adherence to standards in trauma-informed care for foster care youth.
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
The University of Arizona
12.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Arizona
12.2012
Skills
- Bilingual: English/Spanish Proficiency
- Trauma-Informed Care & Child Development
- Clinical Supervision and Mentoring
- Program Evaluation and Reporting
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
- Crisis Intervention & Risk Assessment
- Program Development & Quality Assurance
- Audit and Compliance Monitoring
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor-22933
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, Arizona
Research
Research Analyst, University of Arizona, 05/01/2011, 12/01/2012, Participated in a psychology research project, focusing on coding and analyzing participant data., Collaborated with research teams to develop distinctive research techniques and methodologies.
References
Available upon request.
Training
- EMDR Trained
- KAP Trained
License
LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor-22933
Timeline
Collaborative Care Clinician
Concert Health
03.2024 - Current
Licensed Clinical Therapist
CODAC Health Recovery & Wellness Inc.
12.2021 - 03.2024
Behavioral Health Manager
EvolvedMD
10.2020 - 05.2021
Private Practice Therapist
Cognitive Solutions Therapy LLC
06.2020 - Current
Lead Clinician
Southwest Key Programs
05.2018 - 09.2020
Clinician
Southwest Key Programs
01.2018 - 05.2018
Clinical Coordinator
DK Advocates
04.2014 - 01.2018
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
The University of Arizona
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Arizona
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