Ryan Parker, LPC
LPC
Wasilla,USA
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional seeking a part-time position to deliver impactful therapeutic interventions. Extensive experience serving diverse populations, including teenagers, couples, adults, and seniors. Proficient in various modalities such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, PREP, EMDR, and SFBT. Skilled in facilitating group therapy sessions and committed to empowering individuals through personalized support and evidence-based practices. Currently managing a caseload of 10-15 clients weekly, demonstrating a strong ability to connect and foster growth in each unique therapeutic relationship.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Refocus Counseling
11.2024 - Current
- Develop personalized behavioral intervention plans to address diverse client needs.
- Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify clients' strengths and challenges.
- Utilize evidence-based practices to improve client engagement and treatment efficacy.
- Adhere to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Guide clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Preventive Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP).
School Counselor
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
08.2020 - Current
- Develop individualized education plans to address student needs and enhance academic performance.
- Facilitate small group counseling sessions to support social skills and emotional development.
- Collaborate with teachers and parents to create supportive learning environments for students.
Therapeutic Counselor
Matanuska - Susitna Borough School District
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring immediate support during critical situations.
- Trained staff on recognizing signs of mental distress, fostering a supportive school environment.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Provided referrals to connect families with community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Behavioral Health Consultant
Southcentral Foundation
11.2014 - 08.2016
- Consulted with primary care providers and customer/owners in addressing a wide variety of issues related to physical and emotional health. Consultations helped guide and inform the treatment and care of both physical and behavioral health challenges.
Clinician
Southcentral Foundation
03.2009 - 11.2014
- Provided services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. The position required a range of clinical responsibilities that included clinical assessments and treatment for diverse mental disorders using current modalities of treatment, including individual/group psychotherapies, dialectical behavioral therapy, crises intervention, grief/bereavement counseling, and motivational interviewing.
Psychoeducational Counselor
True Kids Inc.
11.2002 - 05.2003
- Provided on-site counseling to youth in school and at home.
Education
Postbaccalaureate Certificates - School Counseling
University of Alaska
Fairbanks, AKMaster's Degree - Graduate Program in Community Mental Health
Southern New Hampshire University
NHPostbaccalaureate Certificates - Graduate Certificate in Services for Individuals with Co-occurring Substance Abuse and Psychiatric Disabilities
Southern New Hampshire University
NHBachelor's Degree - Psychology
Gardner Webb University
NCHigh School Diploma or Equivalent - undefined
RS Central High School
NCSkills
- Treatment Planning
- Crisis intervention
- Multicultural competence
- CBT techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- DBT techniques
- EMDR
- Couples counseling
- SFBT
Certification
- 05/01/2018 Type C Special Services Certificate Alaska Department of Education and Early Development
- 06/01/2012 Professional Counselor National Board of Certified Counselors
Timeline
Therapist
Refocus Counseling
11.2024 - Current
School Counselor
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
08.2020 - Current
Therapeutic Counselor
Matanuska - Susitna Borough School District
08.2016 - 05.2020
Behavioral Health Consultant
Southcentral Foundation
11.2014 - 08.2016
Clinician
Southcentral Foundation
03.2009 - 11.2014
Psychoeducational Counselor
True Kids Inc.
11.2002 - 05.2003
Master's Degree - Graduate Program in Community Mental Health
Southern New Hampshire University
Postbaccalaureate Certificates - Graduate Certificate in Services for Individuals with Co-occurring Substance Abuse and Psychiatric Disabilities
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology
Gardner Webb University
High School Diploma or Equivalent - undefined
RS Central High School
Postbaccalaureate Certificates - School Counseling
University of Alaska
Additional Information
Teach adults how to respond to crises and non-crises situations when helping youth.