Renee Hansen
Cheyenne,WY
Summary
Mental Health Professional and Business Owner with commitment to excellence and more than 25 years of experience. Continuing to enjoy what I do in counseling, teaching, and empowering the next generation to continue the processes of providing treatment for mental health healing for the clients we serve.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
LPC, Owner
Hansen And Associates
01.2006 - Current
- Enhanced client well-being by utilizing evidence-based counseling techniques and tailoring treatment plans to individual needs.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, cultivating trusting relationships that fostered therapeutic progress.
- Improved client coping skills through the implementation of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and stress management techniques.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations addressing topics such as grief, anxiety, and depression.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients in need of additional support services.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and developing actionable steps toward achieving personal growth and improved mental health.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation to track client progress over time accurately.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary to ensure client safety and appropriate follow-up care.
- Continuously expanded professional knowledge by attending relevant workshops, conferences, and training events in the mental health field.
- Educated families on available resources and coping strategies to better support their loved ones'' mental health journey.
- Conducted thorough intakes and assessments to identify presenting concerns accurately and develop an appropriate course of action.
- Established a welcoming therapeutic environment that encouraged open communication between clients and counselor.
- Tailored treatment approaches based on cultural sensitivity considerations for a diverse clientele base.
- Promoted self-awareness among clients by encouraging introspection while exploring thoughts, feelings, behaviors, values, beliefs systems within each session.
- Served as a liaison between clients and other medical professionals coordinating psychiatric evaluations or medication management when needed.
- Utilized various therapeutic modalities such as person-centered therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy to meet the unique needs of each client.
- Managed a diverse caseload including clients with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related issues, relationship concerns ensuring timely progress toward treatment goals.
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
- Employed methodologies such as cognitive behavioral therapy to assist patients.
- Presented case history material to review and discuss with other staff members.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Fostered positive student experiences and encouraged students to consider mental health field as career option.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
Mental Health Counselor
South East Mental Health
11.1997 - 12.2006
- Improved patient treatment outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing customized treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient engagement through the implementation of group therapy sessions focused on coping strategies and emotional regulation.
- Strengthened family support systems by providing psychoeducation and facilitating open communication between patients and their loved ones.
- Expanded community mental health resources by coordinating outreach events, workshops, and presentations to increase awareness and reduce stigma.
- Built rapport with diverse client populations, utilizing empathetic listening skills and culturally sensitive therapeutic practices.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling And Human Resource Development
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD05.1993
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD05.1989
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Team Consultation
- Cognitive Behavioral
- Brain Spotting
- Clinical Supervision
Timeline
LPC, Owner
Hansen And Associates
01.2006 - Current
Mental Health Counselor
South East Mental Health
11.1997 - 12.2006
Master of Science - Counseling And Human Resource Development
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Black Hills State University
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