REBECCA LENNING
Alpena,MI
Summary
Results-oriented mental health professional with a proven track record as a Private Practice Owner and Clinical Director, Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor, and Mental Health Therapist. Leveraging over 15 years of experience, I have demonstrated expertise in driving operational excellence, providing clinical supervision, and delivering high-quality mental health services. Adept at overseeing the entire spectrum of private practice operations, from clinical supervision and staff management to financial planning and compliance. My commitment to fostering a supportive and therapeutic environment has led to improved client outcomes and the successful growth of mental health practices. As a seasoned therapist, I bring a client-centered approach rooted in evidence-based modalities, promoting individual well-being and personal growth. Seeking to contribute comprehensive skills in private practice ownership, clinical supervision, and direct therapeutic intervention to a dynamic and collaborative behavioral health setting.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner and Clinical Director
Yellow Lotus Clinical Services for Healing PLLC
Alpena, MI
01.2023 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day operations, including administrative tasks, scheduling, billing, and record-keeping for thriving therapy practice
- Provide clinical supervision, guidance, and support to therapists to ensure the quality of services
- Develop and implement long-term strategic plans for the growth and sustainability of the practice
- Ensure compliance with ethical guidelines, legal requirements, and licensing regulations.
Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor
Catholic Charities West Michigan
Holland, Michigan
08.2021 - Current
- Provide client-centered leadership and clinician management to staff who facilitate outpatient sexual abuse prevention treatment to parolees and probationers in the community
- Review and evaluate clinical staff documentation for accuracy and timeliness
- Provide evidence-based, outpatient sexual abuse prevention treatment to parolees and probationers while maintaining a high standard of professional counseling practices in accordance with agency policies and procedures
- Conduct sexual abuse prevention risk assessments for parolees and probationers and provide appropriate recommendations for treatment
- Serve as a member of multi-disciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
Therapist
Partners in Change PLC
Midland, Michigan
10.2018 - 12.2022
- Facilitated Phase II and ASAT substance abuse treatment groups within the Central Michigan Correctional Facility (including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, case management, evaluation, and relapse, recidivism, and aftercare planning)
- Provided comprehensive mental health services for adults and children, including assessment, evaluation, consultation, case management, and individual, marital, family, and group therapy
Corrections Qualified Mental Health Provider
Michigan Department of Corrections
Saint Louis, MI
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Functioned as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team providing a range of professional treatment services to mentally ill and/or mentally disabled prisoners
- Handled all aspects of the mental health evaluation, referral to the appropriate mental health level of care and treatment of the incarcerated, monitoring their progress and ensuring continuity of care is not jeopardized
- Provided a full range of psychosocial assessments and evaluations, interventions, consultations, referral services, and group therapy
- Assisted parolees with placement and community services upon discharge to the community
Director of Child and Family Services
Listening Ear Crisis Center
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Served as Director of Child and Family Services, providing personnel management to eight employees across four programs targeted toward vulnerable and at-risk youth populations
- Facilitated program implementation and provided direct oversight to programs and staff
- Analyzed data to provide outcome evaluation and reporting
- Wrote grants to obtain and sustain program funding
- Provided clinical supervision, contract compliance, quality assurance, consumer/program advocacy, community relations, and referrals
Therapist, Psychiatric Services
Family Health Psychiatric & Counseling Center
Alma, Michigan
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Acted as clinical therapist to patients on the Behavioral Health Unit, including ongoing assessment of psychiatric patients, providing specific interventions as directed by the treatment plan, as well as documenting on the patient’s functioning, progress, and response to interventions.
Owner and Therapist
Perspectives Counseling, PLLC
Alma, Michigan
04.2012 - 01.2018
- Provided comprehensive mental health services for adults and children, including assessment, evaluation, consultation, case management, and individual, marital, family, and group therapy
- Facilitated groups focused on substance use disorders, addiction treatment, and prevention
- Taught strategies for effective living, stress and anger management, communication, and conflict resolution
- Developed and delivered seminars focused on various mental health topics
Counselor in Residence
Central Michigan University, Residence Life
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
11.2010 - 01.2018
- Functioned as Counselor in Residence serving university students through the development and delivery of direct clinical services and resources
- Provided individual counseling, crisis intervention, consultation, and referrals
- Developed, presented, and evaluated trainings related to substance abuse, mental health, and academic success topics
- Spearheaded professional development and proactive prevention efforts on campus
- Acted as co-principal of a $20,000 U.S. Department of Education grant to reduce underage drinking and promote a health normative environment on campus
- Supervised eight student employees and the day-to-day operations of the Student Success Center
Therapist
TEN 16 Recovery Network
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
01.2008 - 06.2012
- Served as substance use disorder therapist and prevention coordinator
- Conducted clinical assessments and provided treatment recommendations
- Provided individual and group counseling to adolescents, adults, and families
- Coordinated treatment efforts with local courts and agencies
- Delivered school & community-based prevention programs to area students
- Developed and implemented educational programming for individuals and groups
- Facilitated Marijuana, M.I.P., Tobacco, and Alcohol & Highway Safety groups
- Chaired a coalition aimed at reducing underage drinking in Isabella County
Education
Master of Arts - Professional Counseling
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Mount Pleasant05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Sociology And Substance Abuse Prevention
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Mount Pleasant, MI12.2007
Skills
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Staff Development and Management
- Clinical Skills
- Compliance With Regulatory Guidelines
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Group Facilitation
- Clinical Management
- Staff Supervision
- Training and Mentoring
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (Michigan – LPC #6401012093)
- TLHT Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Florida – LPC #3173)
- 30-hour Mental Health Advanced Counselor Supervisor Training (January 2024)
Professional Development
- Motivational Interviewing - Advanced Skills
- STATIC, STABLE, ROSAC, CASIC, and CPORT trained
- Working with Families to Prevent Youth Substance Use
- Strengthening Families
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Poverty Simulation Workshop
Presentations & Publications
- Immune Deficiency Foundation Family Handbook, Helping Children Cope (2013)
- Stand Up, Stand Out, Take Care: A Successful Social Norms Campaign at CMU
- Stand Up, Stand Out, Take Care: Brief Live Interactive Norming Groups (BLING)
- Substance Abuse and the Workplace
- BADvertising; The Truth About Alcohol & Tobacco Advertising
- Substance Use & the Adolescent Brain
- Red Watch Band Training - Toxic Drinking Prevention Program
- Coping with Chronic Illness
- Caring for the Caregiver
- Netflix and No Chill: Branching Out Your Free Time
- Anti-New Year Resolutions
Professional Involvement
- Child and Family Enrichment Council, Board Member
- Isabella County Suicide Prevention Team, Participant
- CMU FYE and CED 101, Instructor
- CMU RePresent, Co-Advisor
- CMU Wellness Coalition, Member
- Gratiot/Isabella Safe & Drug Free Schools Team
- School Safety Alliance, Participant
- District School Improvement Team, Representative
- Immune Deficiency Foundation, Volunteer
- Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Regional Walk Coordinator
Accomplishments
- Model Project Award, Prevention Network
- DREAM, Top 3 Program Award
Timeline
Owner and Clinical Director
Yellow Lotus Clinical Services for Healing PLLC
01.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor
Catholic Charities West Michigan
08.2021 - Current
Corrections Qualified Mental Health Provider
Michigan Department of Corrections
12.2020 - 08.2021
Therapist
Partners in Change PLC
10.2018 - 12.2022
Director of Child and Family Services
Listening Ear Crisis Center
11.2017 - 12.2018
Therapist, Psychiatric Services
Family Health Psychiatric & Counseling Center
05.2017 - 12.2018
Owner and Therapist
Perspectives Counseling, PLLC
04.2012 - 01.2018
Counselor in Residence
Central Michigan University, Residence Life
11.2010 - 01.2018
Therapist
TEN 16 Recovery Network
01.2008 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Professional Counseling
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Sociology And Substance Abuse Prevention
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
- Licensed Professional Counselor (Michigan – LPC #6401012093)
- TLHT Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Florida – LPC #3173)
- 30-hour Mental Health Advanced Counselor Supervisor Training (January 2024)
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