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PATRICK BAUGUESS

Loveland,CO

Summary

Behavioral health professional with proven expertise in therapeutic interventions and client-centered care. Skilled in cognitive-behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment planning, adaptable to changing needs, and populations. Known for effective communication, empathy, and reliability. Provides Teletherapy to individuals and groups as needed and necessary. Willing and able to perform flexible part time contract work.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavioral Health Therapist

A New Perspective Counseling Centers-PC
11.2021 - 01.2025

Conducted individual and group mental health and substance abuse therapy sessions to support MH/SA recovery.

  • Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance client coping strategies.
  • Documented client interactions and treatment outcomes in electronic health records accurately.
  • Monitored client behavior and responses to treatments, adjusting approaches as needed.
  • Enhanced treatment outcomes with comprehensive assessments, tailored treatment plans, and consistent progress monitoring.
  • Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
  • Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
  • Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
  • Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Behavioral Health Clinician-MH/SA

Summit Stone Health Partners-Community Dual Diagnosis Team
01.2005 - 01.2018
  • Implementation of Motivational Interviewing-CBT-ACT.-Parole-Probation
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to support client MH/SA needs.
  • Assessed client behavior and progress through standardized evaluation tools.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness through collecting and analyzing data on client outcomes, using findings to inform adjustments in service delivery as needed.
  • Led psychoeducational groups for individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders, promoting increased understanding of addiction and relapse prevention strategies.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
  • Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
  • Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
  • Educated clients on coping strategies to enhance emotional resilience.

Education

M.S. SCHOOL COUNSELING - Psychology

University of La Verne

Masters Program - Exercise Physiology - Sports Medicine

CSU Chico
Chico, CA

Bachelor of Science - Recreation Ed - Psychology - English/Literature

California State University - Los Angeles
CA

Skills

  • Client-centered approach
  • Professional ethics
  • Multicultural competence
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Excellent communication
  • Positive patient experiences

Certification

  • State of Colorado : Active-REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
  • Active-CERTIFIED ADDICTIONS COUNSELOR III

Timeline

Behavioral Health Therapist

A New Perspective Counseling Centers-PC
11.2021 - 01.2025

Behavioral Health Clinician-MH/SA

Summit Stone Health Partners-Community Dual Diagnosis Team
01.2005 - 01.2018

M.S. SCHOOL COUNSELING - Psychology

University of La Verne

Masters Program - Exercise Physiology - Sports Medicine

CSU Chico

Bachelor of Science - Recreation Ed - Psychology - English/Literature

California State University - Los Angeles