Richard Oxman
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Dedicated and culturally competent LIcensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience delivering evidence based care to military veterans who have PTSD and severe substance abuse with distress from military to civilian transition.
Overview
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Certification
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42
years of professional experience
Work History
Marriage and Family Therapist
Self-employeed
04.2009 - Current
- Conducted individual and family therapy sessions to address mental health issues among veterans.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to clients' specific needs and goals, enhancing therapeutic outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for veterans and their families.
- Utilized evidence-based practices and therapeutic modalities to support client progress in therapy.
- Provided crisis intervention services, effectively managing acute psychological distress in clients.
- Empowered clients by teaching coping mechanisms for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
- Interviewed [Number] children and families and provided counseling services to parents with childrearing issues.
- Provided crisis intervention services, addressing immediate concerns and offering resources for ongoing support.
- Improved couples'' satisfaction in their relationships through targeted counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Increased client self-awareness by utilizing various therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy.
Marriage and Family Therapist
Self-employeed
02.2009 - Current
- Conducted group therapy sessions, fostering connections among participants and promoting shared healing experiences.
- Maintained accurate client records while adhering to confidentiality guidelines set forth by HIPAA regulations.
- Developed personalized treatment goals for clients, regularly monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Assisted individuals and family members with implementing techniques and strategies for resolving their problems.
- Enhanced client relationships by providing tailored therapy sessions based on individual needs and goals.
- Addressed clients' family relationship concerns through development of individualized therapy plans.
Addiction Counselor
Department of Veterans Affairs
06.2009 - 04.2025
- Conducted individual and family therapy sessions for veterans and their families.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and support.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and mental health resources, enhancing their understanding of available support through the VA.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote peer support among veterans.
- Documented client progress and treatment outcomes in electronic health records.
- Advocated for patient needs within the Department of Veterans Affairs, ensuring clients received necessary services and support.
- Advised family members on how best to support their loved one's recovery process.
- Provided crisis intervention services during critical situations.
- Developed individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems.
- Evaluated patient data collected during sessions to identify patterns or areas needing additional focus.
- Assisted patients in developing healthy communication strategies for resolving conflicts within relationships.
- Monitored client progress by creating measurable goals and objectives in each session.
- Researched current trends in marriage and family counseling theories and practices to stay abreast of developments in the field.
- Educated patients on various mental health topics, including stress management techniques and coping skills.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists and social workers to ensure comprehensive care.
- Referred clients to outside resources if necessary for additional help or support.
- Encouraged clients to explore new ways of thinking about their problems through cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or concerns.
- Provided evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of clients to identify optimal treatment plans and interventions.
Case Manager
WestCare
08.2002 - 08.2009
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
- Coordinated medical and social services to enhance client support and access to resources.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted care plans.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to clients.
- Coordinated medical and social services for client support.
- Facilitated communication between clients and service providers.
- Documented case notes and maintained accurate client records.
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Facilitated communication among clients, families, caregivers, and service providers to ensure comprehensive support for client needs.
- Collaborated with community resources to enhance service delivery.
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
- Connected clients with social services, health care providers, and governmental agencies to promote individual autonomy.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment options.
- Maintained logs and electronic client records following department and agency policies for effective monitoring.
Marriage and Family Therapist
Self Employed Services
04.1995 - 05.2002
- Conducted individual and family therapy sessions for veterans and their families.
- Created tailored treatment plans addressing clients' unique needs to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of clients.
- Assisted patients in developing healthy communication strategies for resolving conflicts within relationships.
- Guided family members in strategies to effectively support their loved one's recovery journey.
- Counseled parents with child rearing problems and detailed coping mechanisms to put into practice.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and support.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists and social workers to ensure comprehensive care.
- Evaluated patient data collected during sessions to identify patterns or areas needing additional focus.
- Established a safe, nonjudgmental, and confidential environment that empowered patients towards healing.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Utilized a variety of therapeutic approaches, such as narrative, solution-focused, person-centered, and dialectical behavior therapy, depending on the individual needs of the client.
Marriage and Family Therapist
Jewish Family Service of Greater MIami
03.1987 - 06.1995
- Mentored junior therapists, fostering skill development and professional growth within the team.
- Led workshops on coping strategies and resilience building for veteran families, improving community support systems.
- Implemented program enhancements based on client feedback, increasing engagement and satisfaction with services offered.
- Served as a resource for colleagues by sharing knowledge about best practices in marriage and family therapy.
Child Protective Services Caseworker
Department of Children Youth and Family
06.1984 - 08.1987
Education
N/a - Law
Concord Law Scool
Los Angeles, CA08.2005
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
NovaSoutheastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL06.1982
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Miami
Miami, FL08.1980
Skills
- Crisis management
- Substance use disorders
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Family therapy
- Veteran's Counseling
- Couples counseling
- Relapse prevention
- Coping skills
- Dual diagnosis treatment
Certification
Licenses Marriage and Family Therapist
1984 to present.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Addiction Counselor
Department of Veterans Affairs
06.2009 - 04.2025
Marriage and Family Therapist
Self-employeed
04.2009 - Current
Marriage and Family Therapist
Self-employeed
02.2009 - Current
Case Manager
WestCare
08.2002 - 08.2009
Marriage and Family Therapist
Self Employed Services
04.1995 - 05.2002
Marriage and Family Therapist
Jewish Family Service of Greater MIami
03.1987 - 06.1995
Child Protective Services Caseworker
Department of Children Youth and Family
06.1984 - 08.1987
N/a - Law
Concord Law Scool
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
NovaSoutheastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Miami
US ARMY VETERAN 1972 to 1975
Served in the US ARMY from 1972 to 1975