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Sara Abbott

Sara Abbott

Hoquiam

Summary

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker invested in the future of social work with direct clinical experience as well as teaching and training experience. I am well-versed in collaborating with individuals and teams at identifying needs and problem-solving to teach and train on unmet needs. I bring experience and passion to any learning environment I enter.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Contracted Therapist

A Healing Intention
Portland
06.2021 - Current
  • Developed customized treatment plans based on client assessments and goals.
  • Conducted individual therapy sessions to address client mental health needs.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress and treatment interventions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive client care.
  • Led group therapy sessions to promote peer support and shared experiences.
  • Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.

Trainer

Department of Social and Health Services Developme
Olympia
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Designed training programs tailored to various learning styles and needs.
  • Collaborated with management to identify training gaps and development needs.
  • Developed instructional materials using multimedia tools for diverse audiences.
  • Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback and participant assessments.
  • Implemented innovative teaching methods to enhance learner engagement and retention.
  • Adapted teaching methods according to the needs of individual learners or groups.

Education

Master of Social Work -

University of Washington Tacoma Campus
03.2018

Bachelors of Science Degree - Psychology

Washington State University Vancouver Campus
05.2014

Skills

  • Teaching methods
  • Training program development
  • Feedback evaluation
  • Client assessment
  • Treatment planning
  • Individual therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Documentation management
  • Collaborative care
  • Crisis intervention
  • Time management
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Public speaking
  • Curriculum development
  • Program development
  • Lesson delivery

Certification

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Oregon, L11421, 09/30/25
  • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Washington, LW61471834, 08/17/26
  • Human Services and Case Management, No expiration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Contracted Therapist

A Healing Intention
06.2021 - Current

Trainer

Department of Social and Health Services Developme
09.2019 - 09.2020

Master of Social Work -

University of Washington Tacoma Campus

Bachelors of Science Degree - Psychology

Washington State University Vancouver Campus

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