Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with extensive experience in treatment of men’s issues, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, addiction issues, adolescent concerns, and trauma.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN
County of Orange Health Care Agency
05.2022 - Current
Utilize evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to strengthen and assist caseload of 25-30 clients.
Provide both individual and group sessions with clients focusing on drug and alcohol abuse, major mood disorders, and behavioral disorders relating to trauma/abuse.
Provide referrals and linkage to detox services, residential drug treatment programs, recovery residence facilities, and intensive outpatient treatment services
Formulate DSM-V diagnosis codes from assessment data to develop case-conceptualization and treatment plan which best serves individual needs of client.
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
Private Practice
07.2021 - 08.2022
Conducted family/Individual therapy psychotherapy, with focus on adolescents dealing with major mood disorders, substance use, adjustment disorders, and trauma
Empowered clients by teaching self-help strategies that promoted long-term mental health wellness outside of therapy sessions.