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Princess Spikes

Nuri Counseling Collective
Anniston,AL
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience

Experienced Clinical Social Worker specializing in crisis intervention and mental health assessment. Conducts thorough clinical evaluations, de-escalates high-risk situations, and determines appropriate care levels. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate timely referrals and interventions, ensuring client stabilization and continuity of care.

Work History

Mental Health Counselor

4 Months
Nuri Counseling Collective | 04.2026 - Current
  • Delivered individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults with mental health and substance use disorders using evidence-based methods including CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
  • Conducted biopsychosocial assessments and developed treatment plans while ensuring accurate clinical documentation aligned with organizational standards.
  • Provided trauma-informed care for clients experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, co-occurring disorders, and substance use recovery, enhancing overall client well-being.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary providers and community resources to coordinate care and monitor client progress, ensuring effective treatment outcomes.
  • Provided individual and group counseling to diverse clients, fostering therapeutic relationships.

Social Worker II

6 Months
Denver Health | 09.2025 - 03.2026
  • Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and formulated accurate DSM-5-TR diagnoses to guide individualized treatment plans.
  • Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and formulated DSM-5-TR diagnoses to inform and tailor individualized treatment plans.
  • Facilitated therapeutic groups and implemented crisis de-escalation strategies using risk-assessment protocols to maintain client safety.
  • Managed high-volume caseload while ensuring timely clinical documentation adhered to strict regulatory standards.
  • Assessed clients' needs and developed individualized treatment plans.
  • Provided crisis intervention support to individuals in distress, ensuring immediate safety and emotional stabilization.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Temporary)

2 Months
AB Staffing Solutions | 06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Executed comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and accurate DSM-5-TR diagnoses to develop tailored treatment plans.
  • Executed comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and DSM-5-TR diagnoses to create individualized treatment plans addressing client needs.
  • Facilitated therapeutic groups and performed crisis de-escalation to ensure client safety and promote stabilization.
  • Maintained clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory compliance for high-volume caseload, ensuring timely and accurate record-keeping.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate client needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
  • Provided crisis intervention support to individuals in distress, ensuring immediate safety and emotional stabilization.

Case Manager (Temporary)

5 Months
VIEMED | 01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Managed diverse caseload to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, safeguarding client rights and services.
  • Coordinated with legal, educational, and healthcare professionals to secure comprehensive support services, enhancing client access to necessary resources.
  • Developed individualized service plans and conducted home visits to ensure client well-being.
  • Prepared detailed reports and maintained accurate case documentation to facilitate effective case management and support client progress.
  • Coordinated care plans to enhance patient outcomes and streamline services.

Licensed Behavioral Health Professional

11 Months
YesCare | 02.2024 - 01.2025
  • Provided crisis intervention support to individuals in distress, ensuring immediate safety and emotional stabilization.
  • Delivered individual psychotherapy using CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches, enhancing client engagement and resilience.
  • Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and formulated DSM-5-TR diagnoses to guide treatment planning.
  • Facilitated therapeutic groups and applied risk-assessment protocols for crisis de-escalation, promoting group cohesion and safety.
  • Maintained timely, compliant clinical documentation for a high-volume caseload.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans to address diverse behavioral health needs.

Client Care Counselor

7 Months
TelusHealth | 07.2023 - 02.2024
  • Facilitated telephonic crisis consultations to assess urgent psychosocial needs and coordinate immediate interventions for client stabilization.
  • Conducted rapid clinical assessments and short-term, solution-focused counseling to stabilize clients and refer appropriately.
  • Conducted rapid clinical assessments and provided short-term, solution-focused counseling to stabilize clients and ensure appropriate referrals.
  • Facilitated client assessments to identify mental health needs and develop tailored care plans.

Counselor

11 Months
New Season | 08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Delivered individual counseling to clients with substance use challenges using evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
  • Completed psychosocial assessments and developed individualized treatment plans, ensuring timely delivery to facilitate patient progress.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments using ASAM criteria to accurately determine and recommend appropriate levels of care for clients.
  • Maintained detailed documentation in compliance with agency and legal standards, supporting accountability and quality of care.
  • Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support client recovery and personal growth.

Substance Abuse Counselor

3 Months
Bradford Health Services | 04.2022 - 07.2022
  • Developed discharge plans and referrals to facilitate recovery and ensure long-term stability for patients.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments using ASAM criteria for treatment planning.
  • Managed and coordinated patient treatment objectives, collaborating with clinical teams and referral sources to enhance treatment continuity.
  • Developed discharge plans and referrals supporting recovery and long-term stability.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop tailored treatment plans for clients.

Case Manager I

6 Months
Tennessee Department of Children Services | 08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Managed diverse caseload, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations for improved client outcomes.
  • Coordinated with legal, educational, and healthcare professionals to secure comprehensive support services, enhancing client access to necessary resources.
  • Developed individualized service plans and conducted home visits to ensure child well-being.
  • Prepared detailed court reports and maintained accurate case documentation to support effective case management and legal proceedings.
  • Coordinated case management services for families, ensuring compliance with state regulations and policies.

Education

Master's degree - Social Work

University of Kentucky | Lexington, KY | 05.2022

Bachelor's degree - Social Work

Jacksonville State University | Jacksonville, AL | 07.2021

Associate's degree - General Studies

Gadsden State Community College | Gadsden, AL | 08.2017

Skills

Clinical Assessment
Treatment Planning
Crisis management
De-escalation
Risk & Safety Assessment
Individual counseling
Group Facilitation
Trauma-Informed Care
Clinical documentation
Clinical Decision-Making
Building rapport

Certification

Graduate Certificate in Clinical Social Work, May 2022 to Present, University of Kentucky, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, February 2025 to August 2027, Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Basic Life Support (BLS), May 2025 to May 2027, American Heart Association

Timeline

Mental Health Counselor

Nuri Counseling Collective
04.2026 - CurrentRead More

Social Worker II

Denver Health
09.2025 - 03.2026Read More

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Temporary)

AB Staffing Solutions
06.2025 - 08.2025Read More

Case Manager (Temporary)

VIEMED
01.2025 - 06.2025Read More

Licensed Behavioral Health Professional

YesCare
02.2024 - 01.2025Read More

Client Care Counselor

TelusHealth
07.2023 - 02.2024Read More

Counselor

New Season
08.2022 - 07.2023Read More

Substance Abuse Counselor

Bradford Health Services
04.2022 - 07.2022Read More

Case Manager I

Tennessee Department of Children Services
08.2021 - 02.2022Read More

Jacksonville State University

Bachelor's degree from Social Work
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University of Kentucky

Master's degree from Social Work
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Gadsden State Community College

Associate's degree from General Studies
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Princess Spikes