Samantha Grathen
Neenah
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Counselor with a master's in clinical mental health counseling and significant experience in community-based and in-home behavioral health services. Specializes in assessment, intervention planning, and trauma-informed care. Delivers effective therapeutic engagement through creative modalities, skill-building, and emotional regulation strategies, ensuring client-centered care and strong rapport with diverse populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Support Specialist/LPC-IT
The Production Farm
Whitelaw
01.2024 - Current
- Executed crisis prevention techniques, effectively de-escalating situations to ensure client safety.
- Implemented interventions focusing on skill building in home and community settings.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor progress and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Advocated for clients' needs, enhancing access to vital community resources and programs.
- Collaborated with caregivers and staff to maintain consistent support strategies.
- Facilitated communication among school personnel, families, and outside agencies, ensuring coordinated support for clients.
- Managed mental health initiatives to support client well-being.
- Documented client interactions and behaviors for compliance and review purposes.
Therapy Intern
The Production Farm
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Delivered in-home services and school support to facilitate client engagement and progress.
- Supported children and adult clients in diverse settings to foster emotional and developmental growth.
- Enhanced skills through participation in structured programs and engaging activities.
- Enhanced information retention through effective note-taking strategies.
Therapy Intern
Kathleen Mueske
Appleton
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted sessions with child clients to create tailored coping strategies.
- Facilitated training sessions and led groups to promote awareness on key topics.
- Enhanced documentation accuracy through meticulous note-taking practices.
Camp Counselor
Camp Shioc
Shiocton
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Led children in age-appropriate activities to promote teamwork and skill development
- Created a fun and engaging atmosphere for campers to encourage participation and personal growth
- Assisted campers with daily tasks to enhance their camp experience
- Enforced discipline to maintain order
- Prepared educational materials for activities
- Collaborated with a large team on projects
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Wisconsin-Superior
Superior08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Art Therapy
University of Wisconsin-Superior
Superior01-2024
GED -
Appleton North/Fox Cities Leadership Academy
Appleton06-2018
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health awareness
- Skills training
- De-escalation techniques
- Collaborative problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Open-mindedness and respect
- Team collaboration
- Microsoft Teams and Zoom
- Squarespace and Gusto proficiency
- Expensify expertise
- Google Docs and Drive
Certification
Professional Counselor Training License
Certificates/Membership
- American Counseling Association
- Spirituality Mind Body Institute
- CPR Certificate
Timeline
Behavioral Support Specialist/LPC-IT
The Production Farm
01.2024 - Current
Therapy Intern
The Production Farm
01.2024 - 08.2024
Therapy Intern
Kathleen Mueske
09.2023 - 12.2023
Camp Counselor
Camp Shioc
06.2018 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Wisconsin-Superior
Bachelor of Science - Art Therapy
University of Wisconsin-Superior
GED -
Appleton North/Fox Cities Leadership Academy