Phillip C. Olson
Burlington
Summary
Dynamic mental health professional with extensive experience at Talkspace, specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy and crisis intervention. Proven track record in mental health assessment and treatment planning, advocating for patient needs while delivering effective teletherapy. Committed to fostering resilience and well-being in diverse populations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Provider
Talkspace
12.2019 - Current
- Created online therapy platform to enhance access to mental health services
- Provided therapeutic support to clients through virtual sessions.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on individual client needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care strategies.
Independent Professional Mental Health Counselor
Phillip C. Olson Independent Counseling, LLC
05.2016 - Current
Professional K-12 School Counselor
Burlington Schools, Big Horn County School District #1
Burlington
08.2013 - Current
Professional Mental Health Counselor
Big Horn Basin Mental Health Group
08.2014 - 05.2016
Professional High School Counselor
Granger High School, Granite School District
Granger
08.2009 - 06.2013
- Completed paid internship, gaining hands-on experience in counseling techniques and student support.
- Fulfilled practicum hours at Taylorsville High School, assisting students with academic and personal development.
- Guided students in academic planning and career exploration activities.
- Provided counseling services addressing social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with teachers to support student educational needs and interventions.
School Administration Intern
Granger High School, Riverview Junior High School, and Columbia Elementary School
08.2011 - 08.2012
Education
Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPC) -
University of Phoenix
01.2016
Principal Licensure Certificate (PLC) - School Administration
University of Phoenix
08.2012
Masters of Science Degree (MS) - School Counseling
University of Phoenix
01.2010
Bachelors of Science Degree (BS) - Psychology
Brigham Young University
01.2003
Skills
- Mental health assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Treatment planning
- Teletherapy facilitation
- Patient advocacy
Affiliations
- Current member of ASCA (American School Counselor Association)
- Current member of WYSCA (Wyoming School Counselor Association)
Awards
- Students with Special Needs Specialist (ASCA)
- Awareness and Prevention of Youth Suicide (Jason Foundation)
- QPR Gatekeeper Instructor for Suicide Awareness/Prevention (QPR Institute)
- Youth Mental Health First Aid (National Council for Behavioral Health)
- Love and Logic Instructor Training (Love and Logic Institute)
- Career Development Facilitator (National Career Development Association)
- Counselor of the Year Nominee, 2016, 2020, and 2021 (WAO)
References
Available upon request.
Phone Numbers
307-762-3251, 801-673-2101, 307-762-3334
Professional Leadership Experience
- Mental health counseling experience with children, adolescents and adults using a variety of theoretical perspectives (CBT, Solution-Focused, and Person-Centered) in individual therapy sessions, with a specialty in both non-directive play and music therapy with young children.
- Conduct weekly individual sessions and maintain caseload of 3 to 5 clients.
- Develop and write treatment plans and process notes.
- Strong leadership skills. Ability to lead both small and large groups of people toward a common goal and purpose.
- Ability to promote collaborative problem solving.
- Ability to establish strong relationships of trust with others.
- Strong communication skills. Ability to speak in front of large groups, as well as one-on-one communication.
- Ability to create a comprehensive school counseling program that focuses on student outcomes and teach student competencies which allow students to be college and career ready at the post-secondary level.
- Ability to gather, analyze and use data to identify school needs, and develop strategies that are focused upon the school improvement plan.
- Skilled with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs and PowerPoint.
- Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently. Served a two-year LDS church mission in Bogota, Colombia.
- Former Eagle Scout, 1990.
Timeline
Mental Health Provider
Talkspace
12.2019 - Current
Independent Professional Mental Health Counselor
Phillip C. Olson Independent Counseling, LLC
05.2016 - Current
Professional Mental Health Counselor
Big Horn Basin Mental Health Group
08.2014 - 05.2016
Professional K-12 School Counselor
Burlington Schools, Big Horn County School District #1
08.2013 - Current
School Administration Intern
Granger High School, Riverview Junior High School, and Columbia Elementary School
08.2011 - 08.2012
Professional High School Counselor
Granger High School, Granite School District
08.2009 - 06.2013
Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPC) -
University of Phoenix
Principal Licensure Certificate (PLC) - School Administration
University of Phoenix
Masters of Science Degree (MS) - School Counseling
University of Phoenix
Bachelors of Science Degree (BS) - Psychology
Brigham Young University