Sangeeta Sharma
Chicago,IL
Summary
I am a licensed professional counselor with experience in community mental health and private practice. I integrate trauma-informed, evidence-based practices (Psychodynamic, CBT, ACT, IFS, DBT, and Solutions-Focused). I am committed to working with clients to progress towards their therapeutic goals. I understand the importance of cultural identity and its impact on us.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Crisis Worker
Thresholds at Stroger Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Full-Time Crisis Worker
Thresholds at Stroger Hospital
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Conduct risk assessments, optimizing patient dispositions in high-stress ER environments with high volumes
- Manage documentation for smooth patient transfers to inpatient facilities, collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams and providing psychoeducation and interventions in the emergency department
- Support psychiatry team by conducting assessments, facilitating care linkage, and identifying natural resources and supports
- Meet billing targets and adhere to documentation timelines in SmartCare and Cerner systems for efficient administrative support.
Therapist Intern
LivingWell Psychotherapy
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintain detailed client records to optimize care processes and treatment outcomes
- Provide peer consultation to elevate overall client care standards
- Advocate for clients in psychiatric and legal settings, demonstrating strong advocacy skills and commitment to their well-being
- Deliver personalized therapy for various mental health concerns, utilizing trauma-informed and culturally competent care to address individual client needs effectively
- Stay updated on mental health advancements through ongoing education, implementing trauma-informed and culturally competent strategies to enhance client satisfaction and treatment efficacy
- Implemented CBT, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, and Solution - Focused approaches.
Therapist Intern
Elemental Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records; conducted individual therapy sessions with a range of mental health concerns
- Implemented CBT, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, and Solution - Focused approaches.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
TARDIS
04.2019 - 08.2020
Wellness Program Internship
Operation Smile
09.2019 - 12.2019
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Northwestern University
Chicago, Illinois08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, Virginia08.2020
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Building Rapport
- Client Advocacy
- Receptive to Feedback
- Documentation requirements
- Patient documentation
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Active, License ID: 178020369
- National Certified Counselor (NCC), Active, 10/20/23
Timeline
Substitute Crisis Worker
Thresholds at Stroger Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Full-Time Crisis Worker
Thresholds at Stroger Hospital
12.2023 - 07.2024
Therapist Intern
LivingWell Psychotherapy
09.2022 - 09.2023
Therapist Intern
Elemental Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
Wellness Program Internship
Operation Smile
09.2019 - 12.2019
Undergraduate Research Assistant
TARDIS
04.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Active, License ID: 178020369
- National Certified Counselor (NCC), Active, 10/20/23
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