Petra Morey
Kalamazoo,mi
Summary
Accomplished Marriage and Family Therapist at Meaningful Connections Counseling, adept in cognitive behavioral therapy and empathy development. Enhanced client relationships and satisfaction by implementing innovative treatment plans and fostering open communication. Recognized for improving therapy outcomes by 30% through evidence-based interventions and collaborative approaches.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Marriage and Family Therapist
Meaningful Connections Counseling
01.2016 - Current
- Facilitated individual and family therapy sessions to address emotional and relational challenges.
- Developed tailored treatment plans based on client assessments and therapeutic goals.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients in urgent need of support and guidance.
- Led group therapy sessions focusing on relationship dynamics and personal growth.
- Collaborated with community resources to connect clients with additional support services.
- Mentored junior therapists, providing guidance on case management and therapeutic techniques.
- Conducted workshops on mental health awareness and relationship strengthening strategies for diverse audiences.
- Addressed clients' family relationship concerns through development of individualized therapy plans.
- Conducted group therapy sessions, fostering connections among participants and promoting shared healing experiences.
- Advocated for client needs in meetings with legal professionals during custody disputes or court-mandated therapy situations.
- Served as a resource for colleagues by sharing knowledge about best practices in marriage and family therapy.
- Developed personalized treatment goals for clients, regularly monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Assisted individuals and family members with implementing techniques and strategies for resolving their problems.
- Maintained accurate client records while adhering to confidentiality guidelines set forth by HIPAA regulations.
- Educated clients on mental health topics to promote understanding and destigmatize seeking professional help.
- Increased client self-awareness by utilizing various therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
- Improved couples'' satisfaction in their relationships through targeted counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Empowered clients by teaching coping mechanisms for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy.
- Cultivated a safe and trusting environment for clients to openly discuss sensitive issues and experiences.
- Provided crisis intervention services, addressing immediate concerns and offering resources for ongoing support.
- Reduced conflict within families by implementing effective communication techniques and strategies.
- Evaluated program effectiveness by tracking client outcomes and implementing improvements based on data-driven insights.
- Enhanced client relationships by providing tailored therapy sessions based on individual needs and goals.
- Administered psychological assessments to inform diagnosis and guide treatment recommendations.
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
- Delivered counseling services to families and couples dealing with familial issues.
- Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented creative interventions to engage couples and promote therapeutic progress.
- Leveraged practice management software to complete weekly progress notes, update quarterly treatment plans and maintain patient records.
- Garnered excellent reviews from individuals and couples and maintained long-term counseling relationships to provide ongoing care and support.
- Countered problematic behavior with healthy alternatives to enhance mental, emotional and physical wellness and increase energy.
- Counseled clients on concerns such as unsatisfactory relationships, divorce and separation or financial difficulties.
Compliance Specialist
Southwest Michigan Behavioral Health
04.2016 - 01.2019
- Developed and implemented compliance policies ensuring regulatory adherence across multiple departments.
- Conducted comprehensive audits identifying non-compliance issues and recommending corrective actions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline compliance processes and enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored industry regulations, updating internal procedures to align with changing legal requirements.
- Trained staff on compliance protocols, fostering a culture of accountability and awareness throughout the organization.
- Analyzed compliance data to prepare reports for senior management, highlighting risks and suggesting improvements.
- Implemented robust record-keeping systems that ensured accurate documentation was maintained according to regulatory requirements at all times.
- Evaluated existing policies regularly, identifying areas for improvement and recommending revisions as needed.
- Performed quality reviews to uncover workflow and communication issues.
- Served as subject matter expert by advising staff and customers and working directly with external agencies throughout audits or to remedy compliance issues.
Clinical Director
MRC Industries
01.2010 - 04.2016
- Directed clinical operations to enhance patient care and streamline processes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve treatment outcomes and staff performance.
- Led multidisciplinary teams in developing strategic initiatives for service delivery improvement.
- Established training programs to advance staff competencies and adherence to best practices.
- Analyzed clinical data to identify trends, driving quality assurance efforts across departments.
- Facilitated compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring optimal operational readiness and patient safety.
- Mentored emerging leaders within the organization, fostering professional growth and team collaboration.
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Mentored staff members through professional development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
- Developed, implemented, revised, and evaluated policies and procedures.
- Improved overall clinic functioning by creating standardized processes and procedures for daily operations.
- Monitored, analyzed, and corrected staff performance.
- Interviewed and hired highly talented individuals bringing great skills and passion to daily jobs.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Enhanced staff retention rates by implementing comprehensive wellness and professional development programs.
- Improved patient feedback mechanisms, enabling swift responses to concerns and bolstering patient trust.
- Spearheaded adoption of electronic health records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and enhancing operational efficiency.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Northcentral University
San Diego, CA01-2019
Skills
- Anxiety management
- Parenting skills education
- Child and adolescent therapy
- Multicultural competence
- Addiction recovery support
- Couples counseling
- Mental health assessment
- Self-care promotion
- Behavior modification
- Relapse prevention planning
- Sexual health education
- Empathy development
- Group therapy facilitation
- Boundary setting
- Anger management strategies
- Grief and loss support
- Family dynamics
- Substance abuse counseling
- Eating disorder treatment
- Domestic violence intervention
- Stress management techniques
- Depression coping strategies
- Divorce mediation
- Co-parenting guidance
- Motivational interviewing
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Grief counseling
- Adolescent counseling
- Assessment and diagnosis
- Substance abuse treatment
- Trauma-informed care
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multicultural counseling
- Solution-focused techniques
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Patient confidentiality
- Relationship building
- Clinical documentation
- Coping skills
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Client relationship management
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Compliance Specialist
Southwest Michigan Behavioral Health
04.2016 - 01.2019
Marriage and Family Therapist
Meaningful Connections Counseling
01.2016 - Current
Clinical Director
MRC Industries
01.2010 - 04.2016
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Northcentral University
Similar Profiles
MacKenzie DaileyMacKenzie Dailey
BHISP at Family Connections Counseling ServicesBHISP at Family Connections Counseling Services
Urbi NagUrbi Nag
Clinical Therapist at Rooted Connections CounselingClinical Therapist at Rooted Connections Counseling
Sandra Del FierroSandra Del Fierro
LPC at United Connections CounselingLPC at United Connections Counseling
Madelyn CookMadelyn Cook
In-Home Nanny at Andrea WalkerIn-Home Nanny at Andrea Walker
Kelsey VerranKelsey Verran
Lending Support Specialist at Consumers Credit UnionLending Support Specialist at Consumers Credit Union