Renetta Harris
Dallas,Texas
Summary
Texas Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor skilled in behavioral health assessments across diverse populations. Conducts thorough clinical evaluations and collaborates effectively with psychiatrists to determine appropriate care levels. Over 20 years of experience in crisis intervention, treatment planning, and fostering strong therapeutic relationships.
Overview
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1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
PRN LPC Assessor
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
Garland, Texas
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Conducted initial behavioral health assessments for children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients presenting with acute psychiatric concerns.
- Evaluated symptom severity, functioning, safety concerns, and treatment needs, communicating clinical findings to on-call psychiatrist for informed level of care determination.
- Coordinated patient dispositions for inpatient admission, outpatient treatment, or community resources, aligning options with patient needs and physician direction.
- Maintained accurate assessment documentation and supported patients and families throughout the evaluation and referral process.
PRN LPC Assessor
Northwest Texas Healthcare System Pavilion
Amarillo, Texas
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with an on-call psychiatrist to assess patient eligibility for inpatient or outpatient treatment and identified community resources for non-admission cases.
- Completed psychiatric evaluations across the lifespan in a hospital based behavioral health setting.
- Facilitated calm, respectful communication in high-stress situations, gathering critical information from patients, families, referral sources, and other professionals.
Owner and Licensed Professional Counselor
r3 designed wellness DBA Counseling Services
Dallas, Texas
01.2019 - Current
- Delivered psychotherapy, diagnostic assessments, treatment and safety planning, and care coordination for diverse populations including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
- Treat depression, anxiety, trauma related concerns, emotional dysregulation, parenting and coparenting stress, communication concerns, and relationship difficulties.
- Oversaw clinical documentation, scheduling, privacy practices, regulatory compliance, and daily operations to ensure seamless practice management.
Independent Contractor
LINQ Therapy
Addison, Texas
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered assessment and psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, family conflict, and interpersonal concerns, fostering personal growth and emotional well-being.
- Created individualized treatment plans, tracked clinical progress, and coordinated referrals to additional services, ensuring comprehensive care and support for clients.
- Assessed client needs and developed personalized therapy strategies.
- Provided therapy sessions to clients based on established treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for clients.
Adjunct Professor
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, Texas
01.2022 - Current
- Taught graduate courses in diagnosis and treatment planning, crisis grief and trauma, professional ethics, group counseling, substance use, and counseling children; enhancing students' clinical competencies.
- Prepared counselors in training to assess client needs, document clinical findings, make ethical decisions, and apply evidence-informed interventions, equipping them for effective practice.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and participation.
- Developed engaging course materials for diverse student populations.
- Evaluated student assignments to provide constructive feedback on performance.
Adjunct Professor
University of Texas Permian Basin
Odessa, Texas
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Delivered graduate counseling courses in group practice, trauma and crisis, addictions, research design, lifespan development, and multicultural counseling and advocacy, fostering student comprehension and skill development.
- Delivered engaging lectures that promoted critical thinking and class participation.
- Developed course materials aligned with academic standards and student needs.
- Evaluated student performance through assignments, exams, and feedback sessions.
Assistant Professor and Adjunct Professor
The Chicago School Dallas Campus
Richardson, Texas
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Advised students and contributed to university service while teaching graduate courses in helping relationships, addictions, telebehavioral health, career counseling, and trauma and crisis, enhancing student understanding and engagement.
Supervisor and Family Group Decision Making Coordinator
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
01.2006 - 01.2020
- Supervised 13 staff members in coordinating family group conferences and family team meetings across a multi-city region, ensuring effective collaboration and support for families.
- Facilitated family-centered planning for safety, removal prevention, reunification, and continued services in complex, high-stress cases, enhancing family stability and support.
- Texas Regions 1 and 2
Education
Ph.D. - Counselor Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2022
MA - Mental Health Counseling
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX12-2016
MA - Criminal Justice
West Texas A And M University
Canyon, TX12-2014
BS - Psychology
West Texas A And M University
Canyon, TX12-2008
BBA - Marketing
West Texas A And M University
Canyon, TX12-2004
PhD - Clinical Sexology
International Institute of Clinical Sexology
Miami Beach, FL09-2026
Skills
- Behavioral evaluations
- Assessment strategies
- Assessment documentation
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Ethical decision making
- Client relationship management
Personal Information
Title: Behavioral Health Assessment Specialist | Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
Certification
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor Texas | License 77561, Affiliate Sex Offender Treatment Provider Texas | ASOTP 99905 | LSOTP re upgrade pending, Clinical Supervision Essentials Compliance Competency and Client Centered Care | 2026, Clinical Supervision Ethical and Legal Issues | 2026, Human Trafficking for Healthcare Providers An Analysis of Cases | 2026, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy | 2026, 40 Hour Supervisory Training Workshop | 2024, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training | 2020, Two Day Telehealth for Mental Health Professionals Training | 2020
Qualifications
- Psychiatric intake assessment
- Level of care coordination
- Crisis and suicide risk assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Treatment planning
- Patient and family communication
- Inpatient outpatient and community referrals
- Adult and geriatric behavioral health
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Customer service
- Confidentiality and professional ethics
Selected Recognition and Professional Service
- 2023 Adjunct of the Year | The Chicago School
- Developed accreditation materials for a Violence Intervention Program aligned with Texas Department of Criminal Justice Community Justice Assistance Division Batterer Intervention and Prevention Program standards.
- Member of the American Counseling Association, Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Texas Counseling Association, and Texas Mental Health Counselors Association.
Timeline
PRN LPC Assessor
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2025
Adjunct Professor
University of Texas Permian Basin
01.2023 - 01.2026
Independent Contractor
LINQ Therapy
01.2022 - 01.2024
Adjunct Professor
Midwestern State University
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Professor and Adjunct Professor
The Chicago School Dallas Campus
01.2022 - 01.2024
Owner and Licensed Professional Counselor
r3 designed wellness DBA Counseling Services
01.2019 - Current
PRN LPC Assessor
Northwest Texas Healthcare System Pavilion
01.2018 - 01.2020
Supervisor and Family Group Decision Making Coordinator
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
01.2006 - 01.2020
Ph.D. - Counselor Education
Texas Tech University
MA - Mental Health Counseling
Wayland Baptist University
MA - Criminal Justice
West Texas A And M University
BS - Psychology
West Texas A And M University
BBA - Marketing
West Texas A And M University
PhD - Clinical Sexology
International Institute of Clinical Sexology