Sara Culclasure
Columbia,SC
Summary
Empathic and passionate mental health counselor with experience in individual, group, and family counseling. Looking to provide trauma informed, evidence-based therapeutic interventions. Will be licensed as a LPC-A after graduating in May.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
School Based Mental Health Intern
Lexington County Community Mental Health Center
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for clients, improving mental health outcomes.
- Improved overall functioning for clients by collaboratively setting attainable goals and monitoring progress throughout treatment.
- Established rapport with diverse populations, fostering trust and open communication during sessions.
- Conducted thorough assessments of client needs and symptoms, including trauma-related symptoms, determining appropriate interventions and accurate diagnoses.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, ensuring continuity of care within the team approach.
- Assessed risk factors such as suicidality or self-harm behaviors to ensure client safety during time-sensitive situations.
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Improved client coping skills with the incorporation of mindfulness and relaxation exercises.
Registered Behavior Technician
New Adventures ABA
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
Legal Assistant
Cogdill Law Firm
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
Education
Education Specialist - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2020
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Emotional Regulation Techniques
- Group therapy facilitation
- Grief counseling
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Psychoeducation Delivery
Licensing and Certifications
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, State of South Carolina
- Pending graduation and approval by LLR
John H. Magill School Mental Health Certificate
Professional Organizations
American Counseling Association Member 2023-Current
Chi Sigma Iota
- International Honors Society in Counseling
Trainings
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM)
Timeline
School Based Mental Health Intern
Lexington County Community Mental Health Center
08.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
New Adventures ABA
01.2023 - 07.2023
Legal Assistant
Cogdill Law Firm
08.2020 - 07.2021
Education Specialist - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts - English
Clemson University
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