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Sarah Adams
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Sarah Adams

Shepherdstown,WV

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Licensed Graduate Professional CounselorTherapist

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Location Preference

Hybrid
Location: Shepherdstown, WV, USFrederick, MDHagerstown, MDCumberland, MD
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

70000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsPaid sick leavePaid time off4-day work week

Summary

Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) in Maryland with experience providing community-based mental health services across the lifespan (children, adolescents, and adults). Manages a high-volume caseload (60+ clients) with diverse clinical presentations, including trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, and behavioral concerns. Utilizes evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, and play therapy techniques. Skilled in diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Actively working toward full LPC licensure.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

QCI Behavioral Health
Hagerstown, MD
11.2025 - Current
  • Maintain and manage an active caseload of 60+ clients across the lifespan, delivering individual psychotherapy in outpatient and community-based settings
  • Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic formulation, and develop individualized treatment plans (ITPs)
  • Working actively towards specializing in evidence-based interventions including CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and play therapy to address anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral dysregulation, and interpersonal difficulties
  • Utilize developmentally appropriate interventions for children and adolescents, incorporating play therapy, art-based techniques, and behavioral strategies
  • Implement crisis intervention and risk assessment for clients presenting with SI/HI, emotional dysregulation, or acute stressors
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (CSS, RN, prescribers, case managers) to coordinate care and improve treatment outcomes
  • Assist clients in accessing community resources (housing, financial assistance, healthcare, vocational support), improving overall functioning and stability
  • Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation aligned with medical necessity and insurance requirements
  • Provide psychoeducation on coping skills, emotional regulation, trauma responses, and communication strategies

Community Support Specialist

QCI Behavioral Health
Hagerstown, MD
05.2024 - 03.2025
  • Facilitated community integration activities, fostering social connections and reducing isolation among clients.
  • Educated clients and families on available resources, improving access to essential services and support systems.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
  • Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized support and resources tailored to individual needs.
  • Advocated on behalf of clients in various settings, securing necessary resources and services for their success.
  • Coordinated with external agencies to establish partnerships for expanded service offerings and collaborative initiatives.
  • Conducted assessments to determine clients'' needs, strengths, and potential barriers to success.

Direct Care Provider

Thomas B. Finan Center
Cumberland, MD
05.2021 - 04.2024
  • Provided personal care and support to residents, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored and documented changes in mood, affect, behavior, and risk indicators to inform treatment planning.
  • Utilized verbal and non-verbal techniques to safely manage acute behavioral escalations and reduce risk.
  • Maintained a structured, therapeutic environment to promote safety and stability.
  • Awareness of court-ordered treatment, competency issues, and legal constraints.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Bradley University
Peoria, IL
08-2025

Master of Arts - Psychology

Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV
12-2021

Skills

    Therapeutic Modalities:
    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed Care, Play Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

    Areas of Focus:
    Trauma & PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Dysregulation, Behavioral Concerns (Children/Adolescents), Interpersonal Conflict, Life Transitions

    Core Competencies:

    Diagnostic Assessment, Treatment Planning, Crisis Intervention and Risk Assessment, Emotional Regulation Skill Development, Assertive Communication and Boundary Setting, Family Systems and Caregiver Collaboration, Community Resource Coordination

Certification

LGPC - Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

Timeline

Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

QCI Behavioral Health
11.2025 - Current

Community Support Specialist

QCI Behavioral Health
05.2024 - 03.2025

Direct Care Provider

Thomas B. Finan Center
05.2021 - 04.2024

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Bradley University

Master of Arts - Psychology

Shepherd University