Robyn Ozelis
Hinsdale,IL
Summary
My extensive background at Midwest Center for Hope & Healing, and a variety of other settings have assisted my development of a variety of counseling and life skills which make me proficient in helping individuals, children and families meet their counseling goals. I excel in delivering trauma-focused therapy and developing tailored treatment plans. My expertise in Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, DBT, CBT, Play Therapy and Behavioral Therapy, combined with a compassionate approach, significantly enhances client well-being. Achievements include pioneering effective family education programs and consistently advancing professional knowledge through specialized training.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Counselor
Midwest Center for Hope & Healing
09.2022 - Current
- Continually updated professional knowledge by attending conferences, trainings, and workshops related to advancements in the field of mental health counseling.
- Reduced client trauma response through Meditational Exercises, Mindfulness, Coping Skills, EFT and Mindfulness
- Provided Crisis Intervention Services during emergencies, de-escalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Assisted Families in Parenting Plans and educated them on Behavior Management and Parenting Skills.
- Assisted Clients in Organizational Skills, Improved Thinking Patterns and Proactive Strategies to assist with improved Executive Function particularly in those with ADHD and ASD diagnoses
- Worked with clients on Self-Esteem, Self-Advocacy, Setting Boundaries and Assertive Communication
- Used Play Therapy techniques such as role-play to help children express and process trauma
- Worked with companies on Employee Mediation and Grief Counseling.
- Worked with clients to assist them in understanding their rights with their or their child's IEP or 504 plan and advocated for them at their places of education.
- Worked closely with Guardian-ad-litems to assist with parent education and child welfare.
- Assisted clients in recognizing addictions and finding the support systems, coping skills and replacement behaviors necessary to extinguish them
- Reduced Crisis Intervention needs by proactively monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches as necessary.
- Implemented self-care practices for personal wellbeing and modeled healthy coping strategies for clients to emulate in their own lives.
- Evaluated client progress using standardized assessment tools, continuously refining treatment plans to address changing needs.
- Employed methodologies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to assist patients.
Special Education Teacher for Emotional Disability
Innovations Academy
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students both general education classes and social and emotional skills, meeting with them individually and in groups to make sure they felt understood and their needs were met.
Special Education Teacher ED & LD
Camelot Therapeutic Day School of Naperville
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created Lesson Plans
- Provided Group Counseling
Crisis Counselor
Hampton-Newport News Community Service Board
06.2001 - 06.2002
- Provided timely assistance to individuals in crisis, utilizing active listening skills and empathy to establish rapport quickly.
- Managed high-stress situations with a calm demeanor, providing the necessary support to both clients and team members during challenging times.
- Traveled to clients in crisis and assessed them for level of suicidality and next steps.
- Procured emergency vehicles and hospital placement when necessary.
Counselor
Pines Mental Health Treatment Center
01.2000 - 06.2001
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Provided group therapy on substance abuse, educating clients about the harmful effects of alcohol and drugs, and helping them develop healthier coping skills.
- Provided Group Art Therapy using a Psychodynamic Approach to assist clients in connecting current to past trauma with the support of the group.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
Family Services Worker
Lutheran Family Services
05.2000 - 12.2000
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive service plans tailored to each family''s unique needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of family services.
- Improved family well-being by assessing needs and connecting them with appropriate community resources.
- Contributed to the development of new policies and procedures for the Family Services department, ensuring optimal service delivery to clients.
- Created treatment plans for foster children and stayed current with documentation.
Sexual Abuse Counselor
Middle Peninsula Northern Neck Behavioral Health
10.1999 - 04.2000
- Provided Mental Health Therapy with Play Therapy, Individual Person-Centered Therapy; and Adlerian Family Therapy to assist clients and their families in healing from their abuse.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Worked as a liasion between clients and the court, system, working closely with prosecutors and fostering support that made client court appearances less frightening.
- Serving as an expert wittness in court for my clients.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Andrews University
8975 Old 31, Berrien Springs, MI 49104Associate of Arts - Special Education
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VABachelor of Arts - Psychology
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MISkills
- Treatment Planning using modifiable goals and objectives
- Behavioral Therapy to include tailored Behavior Plans for Children
- Parental Education about parenting, behavioral shaping and children's socio-emotional and behavioral needs
- Trauma-focused therapy
- Approaches tailored for those on the ASD spectrum
- Advanced Diagnostic Skills
- Mediation Skills
- Family Therapy using an Adlerian and Family Systems Approach
- Group Therapy
- DBT
- CBT
- ICBT
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused
- Proficient with Assessments
- Family Therapy
- Mindfulness
- EFT
- Play Therapy
Affiliations
- Illinois Counseling Association member
Certification
Certified Emotional Freedom Tapping Professional Counselor (EFT)
Autism Specialist- 16 plus credits in training and at least 7 years of hands-on experiential training and work with people with ASD.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
I am interested in people, animals, writing, music, mountain-biking,
reading, dancing and cooking
I am dedicated to looking for solutions for people with special needs and their families
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor
Midwest Center for Hope & Healing
09.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher for Emotional Disability
Innovations Academy
09.2019 - 05.2022
Special Education Teacher ED & LD
Camelot Therapeutic Day School of Naperville
09.2018 - 05.2019
Crisis Counselor
Hampton-Newport News Community Service Board
06.2001 - 06.2002
Family Services Worker
Lutheran Family Services
05.2000 - 12.2000
Counselor
Pines Mental Health Treatment Center
01.2000 - 06.2001
Sexual Abuse Counselor
Middle Peninsula Northern Neck Behavioral Health
10.1999 - 04.2000
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Andrews University
Associate of Arts - Special Education
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Western Michigan University
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