PATRICIA HERNANDEZ
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with comprehensive experience in providing direct-services in inpatient, outpatient and telehealth settings to children to seniors from low to high acuity needs. Highly skilled in a multitude of evidenced-based therapy modalities to include CBT, DBT, IFS, EFT, MI and SFBT. Creative problem solver, highly motivated self-starter and dependable team player. Experienced in collaborating with healthcare organizations to include local MHAs, the VA, skilled nursing facilities and residential treatment centers to enhance continuity of care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Continuity Mental Health
04.2024 - Current
- 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
- Establish clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship
- Adapted interventions as needed based on ongoing assessment of client progress throughout the course of treatment.
- Facilitate individual, telehealth sessions to individuals seeking support in managing a variety of symptoms from mental health diagnosis and life stressors
Psychotherapist
HEADING HEALTH
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided ongoing leadership and targeted training to staff providing mental health support to adult clients with a wide range of mental health issues
Team Lead
HEADING HEALTH
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Demonstrated strong time management skills by successfully supporting operations of the therapy team while concurrently managing interventions to personal patient panel in the form of individual therapy, treatment planning and reviews, referrals and discharge processes
Psychotherapist
HEADING HEALTH
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided psychotherapy services in the form of competing biopsychosocial assessments and individual therapy to clients with a variety of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief loss and experiencing life transitions
Therapist
UNIVERSAL HEALTH SERVICES - SOUTH TEXAS HEALTH SYSTEM BEHAVIORAL
08.2014 - 11.2021
- Implemented an evidenced-based, trauma informed approach when completing intakes, biopsychosocial assessments, individual therapy, and leading mental health process group therapy with children, adolescents, adults and geriatric-aged patients
Site Coordinator
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF NORTH TEXAS
09.2007 - 08.2014
- Successfully oversaw the implementation of a school-based grant aimed at improving the academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and socio-economic status of students and families
Campus Manager
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF HIDALGO COUNTY
08.2005 - 08.2007
- Assisted with the development of outreach efforts targeting at-risk students
Group Facilitator
NEW BEGINNINGS
08.2004 - 08.2005
- Provided clear guidance on expectations for each meeting and set ground rules for discussion to an ongoing open-ended group of adolescents mandated to attend group therapy focused on substance abuse education and intervention
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) in Social Work -
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas05.2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Social Work -
University of Texas - Pan American
Edinburg, Texas08.2004
Skills
Individual and Group Therapy
Intake, Assessment & Diagnosing
Advanced Clinical Skills
Referral and Discharge Planning
Treatment Planning
In-Person & Telehealth Crisis Intervention
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Leadership & Training
Evidenced-Based Practitioner
Bilingual - Spanish
Certification
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), PESI, 2021
Volunteer Experience
- CAPABLE KIDS, Edinburg, TX, 05/01/19, 10/01/23
- RGV GIVES BACK, McAllen, TX, 05/01/20, 05/01/22
Timeline
Therapist
Continuity Mental Health
04.2024 - Current
Psychotherapist
HEADING HEALTH
01.2023 - 04.2024
Team Lead
HEADING HEALTH
04.2022 - 01.2023
Psychotherapist
HEADING HEALTH
12.2021 - 04.2022
Therapist
UNIVERSAL HEALTH SERVICES - SOUTH TEXAS HEALTH SYSTEM BEHAVIORAL
08.2014 - 11.2021
Site Coordinator
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF NORTH TEXAS
09.2007 - 08.2014
Campus Manager
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF HIDALGO COUNTY
08.2005 - 08.2007
Group Facilitator
NEW BEGINNINGS
08.2004 - 08.2005
Master of Science (M.S.) in Social Work -
University of Texas at Arlington
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Social Work -
University of Texas - Pan American
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), PESI, 2021
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