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Regina Walker, LCSW

Houston,TX

Summary

Dedicated social work professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Counselor/Therapist

Self Employed
07.2023 - Current
  • Assist clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Establish trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
  • Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
  • Use cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
  • Provide crisis intervention and determine clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
  • Develop treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
  • Substance abuse professional
  • Provide trauma informed therapy
  • Complete assessments for employees identified substance use
  • Supported individuals dealing with trauma and substance use issues
  • Implement evidence-based interventions through cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy.
  • Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
  • Utilize mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
  • Work with insurance providers through Headway profile.

Program Director

The Beacon Downtown Houston/ Brigid's Hope
12.2007 - 03.2024
  • Assist the Leadership in developing strategic plans and budgeting for housing and support services for programs
  • Work with women who have been incarcerated or in jail to transition back into the community
  • Engage and refer clients with re-entry community partner programs
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team case manager and therapist to produce 90% success rate
  • Completed intake assessments with clients and drafted community re-entry plans following treatment
  • Crisis counseling
  • Individual therapy/counseling for women with mental health and substance use issues
  • Attended meetings, training, conferences, and seminars to advance professional knowledge.
  • Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
  • Advanced community outreach efforts by forging strong relationships with local partners.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Established program policies and procedures
  • Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
  • Collaborated closely with executive leadership to develop strategic plans for long-term growth.

HOSPICE, HOME Health Social Worker (PRN)

Encompass Hospice
04.2012 - 07.2014
  • Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients
  • Collaborated with medical teams, patients, and families to implement effective treatment plans
  • Provided support and counseling to family members experience grief and loss.
  • Educated patients on their rights, responsibilities, and available options within the healthcare system to promote informed decision making.
  • Advocated for patients to ensure access to appropriate healthcare services, financial assistance, and community resources.
  • Enhanced patient well-being by conducting thorough assessments and developing comprehensive care plans.

Adjunct Instructor, Social Work

Texas Southern University
04.2012 - 05.2014
  • Facilitated social curriculum on social practice in a classroom setting
  • Implemented lesson based on CSWE generalist practice model
  • Taught Social Policy, Human Behavior 1 & 11, Seminars and Helping, and Intro to Social Work
  • Participated in exit interviews for social work students going into block placement
  • Served on Social Work Advisory Board – Texas Southern University
  • Advisor of Phi Alpha Honor Society.

Program Care Coordinator

Harris Health Thomas Street Health Center
04.2001 - 11.2007
  • Supervised activities and operations of Adolescent and Women's HIV/AIDS program
  • Participated in development of policies and procedures for the adolescent/women's program
  • Conducted training for medical case management staff
  • Coordinated outreach activities in the community
  • Developed and facilitated peer counseling training
  • Provided information and referral to community on HIV/AIDS resources
  • Facilitated support groups for Women's Program
  • Participated as audit team member for Ryan W hate IV (RWIV)grant for adolescent and women's program
  • Organized and prepared files and charts for RWIV audit
  • Facilitated and participated in educational Training – HIV101 and Sexually Transmitted Diseases.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

University of Houston
Houston, TX
08.1997

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Texas State University
Houston, TX
05.1996

Skills

  • Leadership Skills
  • Ability to work as a team member in diverse groups
  • Experience working with high-risk populations (HIV/AID, mental illness, substance use, and homeless individuals)
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Individual Therapy
  • Twenty plus years' social work experience
  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Group facilitation
  • Behavior Modification
  • Grief counseling
  • Substance Abuse Professional (DOT)
  • Anger Management

Certification

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • Certified Anger Resolution Therapist

Timeline

Counselor/Therapist

Self Employed
07.2023 - Current

HOSPICE, HOME Health Social Worker (PRN)

Encompass Hospice
04.2012 - 07.2014

Adjunct Instructor, Social Work

Texas Southern University
04.2012 - 05.2014

Program Director

The Beacon Downtown Houston/ Brigid's Hope
12.2007 - 03.2024

Program Care Coordinator

Harris Health Thomas Street Health Center
04.2001 - 11.2007

Master of Arts - Social Work

University of Houston

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Texas State University

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