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Rachel Gracia

Rachel Gracia

Fort Worth

Summary

Dynamic therapist and business owner with a proven track record at Rachel Gracia Counseling PLLC, adept in treatment planning and CBT techniques. Certified in EMDR, showcasing a strong work ethic and expertise in managing both clinical and administrative operations.


Previous hospitality worker known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing demands. Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and customer-focused attitude.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner and Therapist

Rachel Gracia Counseling PLLC
09.2017 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
  • Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.s.

Therapist

Pearland Psychiatry
10.2016 - 09.2017
  • Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
  • Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams.

Program Therapist, LPC Intern, Completed 3000 Hrs

Transitional Life Counseling and Consultation
01.2015 - 10.2016
  • Enhanced patient progress by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions in individual sessions.
  • Facilitated therapeutic process groups.
  • Performed assessments to evaluate clients' mental health status, needs and goals.

Office Manager and Book Keeper

Phillps Landscape Mgmt Inc
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Maintained Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
  • Processed Payroll
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.

Server and Certified Trainer

Olive Garden
08.2008 - 01.2012
  • Trained incoming servers and led skills meetings for employees
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling

Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX
08-2013

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
05-2011

Skills

  • Client Engagement
  • Therapeutic Planning Skills
  • Mental Health Treatment
  • Cognitive Behavioral Techniques
  • Group Therapy Facilitation
  • Trained in EMDR Therapy
  • Dependable Work Ethic
  • Hospitality service expertise

Timeline

Owner and Therapist

Rachel Gracia Counseling PLLC
09.2017 - Current

Therapist

Pearland Psychiatry
10.2016 - 09.2017

Program Therapist, LPC Intern, Completed 3000 Hrs

Transitional Life Counseling and Consultation
01.2015 - 10.2016

Office Manager and Book Keeper

Phillps Landscape Mgmt Inc
01.2012 - 01.2015

Server and Certified Trainer

Olive Garden
08.2008 - 01.2012

Master of Arts - Counseling

Dallas Baptist University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Texas A&M University
Rachel Gracia