Payal Mistry
Swanzey
Summary
Compassionate Child and Family Clinician specializing in clinical documentation, intake assessments, and behavioral interventions. Committed to enhancing client well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Child and Family Clinician
Monadnock Family Services
Keene, NH
08.2021 - Current
- Providing direct care to clients and their families by combining expressive arts therapy and counseling. Worked with ages 3 to 18 years.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions, enhancing client coping strategies and overall well-being.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure holistic support for clients.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for personal growth.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring immediate support for clients in acute distress situations.
Dance Movement Therapy Intern
University Hospitals of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Facilitated therapeutic sessions, employing evidence-based techniques to promote recovery.
- Utilized therapeutic tools and resources, such as biofeedback and relaxation techniques, to help clients manage stress and improve overall wellbeing.
- Provided support in group therapy sessions, facilitating positive communication and peer interaction.
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate progress and adjust therapies accordingly.
Child and Family Clinician Intern
Monadnock Family Services
Keene, NH
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to support client mental health needs.
- Developed treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams for effective client care.
- Assessed client progress and participated in case management services that involved coordinating care with the school, primary care providers, and Child protection services.
- Participated in case consultations with supervisors and peers and obtained training in various clinical and administrative work.
- Expanded cultural competence through ongoing training opportunities and engagement with diverse populations.
Education
Master of Arts - Dance Movement Therapy And Counseling
Antioch University New England
Keene, NH05-2021
Bachelor's of Physiotherapy - Physical Therapy
D. Y. Patil University
Navi Mumbai, India05-2017
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical assessment
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Intake assessment
- Developing group therapy curriculum
- Behavioral interventions
Affiliations
Board Certified Member of American Dance Therapy Association
Certified Child-Parent Psychotherapy provider
Certification
- LMHC-NH-2026
- Board Certified Dance Movement Therapist, American Dance Therapy Association-2020-present https://www.adta.org/
- Certified Child Parent Psychotherapy, https://childtrauma.ucsf.edu/therapy-models/-
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Child and Family Clinician
Monadnock Family Services
08.2021 - Current
Dance Movement Therapy Intern
University Hospitals of Cleveland
08.2020 - 05.2021
Child and Family Clinician Intern
Monadnock Family Services
08.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - Dance Movement Therapy And Counseling
Antioch University New England
Bachelor's of Physiotherapy - Physical Therapy
D. Y. Patil University