Ronald Holder
Kenosha,WI
Summary
Results-driven counselor with expertise in cognitive and dialectical behavior therapy. Proficient in client assessment and goal setting, consistently implementing innovative treatment strategies. Demonstrated success in fostering client progress and enhancing emotional regulation. Compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in client assessment, crisis intervention, and cognitive behavior therapy. Proven ability to enhance therapeutic outcomes through evidence-based practices and meticulous mental health documentation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Array Behavioral Health
Kenosha, Wisconsin
07.2025 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based strategies that increased client engagement and facilitated measurable progress.
- Delivered individualized counseling sessions that addressed specific client mental health needs, enhancing therapeutic outcomes.
- Tracked and documented client progress and interventions in electronic health records using EPIC-Keycare, ensuring comprehensive care continuity.
Licensed Professional Counselor
IRIS Healthcare
Kenosha, WI
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Applied evidence-based practices, including DBT and CBT, to improve client therapeutic outcomes.
- Facilitated development of problem-solving skills and emotional regulation strategies, enhancing client coping mechanisms.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and interventions in EPIC, ensuring continuity of care.
Better Help and Private Practice
Better Help
Kenosha, WI
03.2020 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with clients to establish treatment options and set therapy goals.
- Facilitated client self-discovery of feelings and behaviors through open-ended questioning.
- Participated in trainings, seminars, and conferences to enhance knowledge in mental health care.
Program Director
Esperanza Eating Disorders Center
San Antonio, Texas
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions, enhancing staff competencies and collaboration.
- Established and enforced policies and procedures to optimize program effectiveness and Joint Accreditation compliance.
- Conducted needs assessments and defined program objectives.
Staff Psychologist
St. Mary's University
San Antonio, Texas
09.2015 - 05.2018
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients by assessing goals, mental health status, and practical conditions.
- Administered standardized psychoeducational tests to assess patient needs and inform treatment planning.
- Attended conferences and workshops to enhance clinical skills and stay current with best practices in psychology.
Program Director
Eating Recovery Center of San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
06.2012 - 09.2015
- Led development of innovative approaches that advanced program goals and improved patient engagement.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to assess and tailor patient treatment plans, fostering collaborative care.
- Developed and implemented patient care strategies that enhanced treatment outcomes at eating disorders center.
Education
Psy.D. - Counseling Psychology
Our Lady of The Lake University
San Antonio, TX08-2015
Master of Science - Psychology
Our Lady of The Lake University
San Antonio, TX08-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Biology
Our Lady of The Lake University
San Antonio, TX05-2006
Skills
- client assessment
- therapy goal setting
- cognitive behavior therapy
- dialectical behavior therapy
- crisis intervention
- case management and consultation
- mental health documentation
- evidence-based practice
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Array Behavioral Health
07.2025 - Current
Licensed Professional Counselor
IRIS Healthcare
04.2024 - 07.2025
Better Help and Private Practice
Better Help
03.2020 - 11.2025
Program Director
Esperanza Eating Disorders Center
05.2018 - 06.2020
Staff Psychologist
St. Mary's University
09.2015 - 05.2018
Program Director
Eating Recovery Center of San Antonio
06.2012 - 09.2015
Psy.D. - Counseling Psychology
Our Lady of The Lake University
Master of Science - Psychology
Our Lady of The Lake University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Biology
Our Lady of The Lake University