Sarah Boss
Bellingham
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with over 30 years of experience. Skilled in developing personalized treatment plans and utilizing mindfulness practices to enhance client well-being. Committed to fostering resilience and self-esteem in diverse populations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Practice Mental Health Counselor
Self-employeed
Bellingham, WA
09.1991 - Current
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on individual client assessments.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address diverse mental health issues.
- Conducted regular progress evaluations to adjust treatment strategies effectively.
- Fostered a supportive environment, encouraging clients to achieve personal growth goals.
- Collaborated with external agencies and professionals for comprehensive client care.
- Mentored junior counselors, providing guidance on best practices in therapy sessions.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and developing actionable steps toward achieving personal growth and improved mental health.
- Managed a diverse caseload including clients with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related issues, relationship concerns ensuring timely progress toward treatment goals.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently providing empathetic, non-judgmental support during therapy sessions.
- Enhanced client well-being by utilizing evidence-based counseling techniques and tailoring treatment plans to individual needs.
- Conducted thorough intakes and assessments to identify presenting concerns accurately and develop an appropriate course of action.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary to ensure client safety and appropriate follow-up care.
- Tailored treatment approaches based on cultural sensitivity considerations for a diverse clientele base.
- Continuously expanded professional knowledge by attending relevant workshops, conferences, and training events in the mental health field.
- Served as a liaison between clients and other medical professionals coordinating psychiatric evaluations or medication management when needed.
- Fostered resilience among clients through teaching adaptive coping mechanisms, stress reduction techniques, and self-care strategies.
- Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders and effects of employment and housing issues on mental health.
- Presented case history material to review and discuss with other staff members.
- Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
- Improved client coping skills through the implementation of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and stress management techniques.
- Utilized various therapeutic modalities such as person-centered therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy to meet the unique needs of each client.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Washington State University
Pullman, WABachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WASkills
- Anxiety reduction
- Self-esteem building
- Depression treatment
- Mindfulness practice
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Individual counseling
- Solution-focused therapy
- Group therapy facilitation
- Grief and loss support
- Anger management
- Relationship counseling
- Life transitions support
- Career guidance
- Substance abuse counseling
- Eating disorder treatment
- Crisis intervention
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Substance abuse support
- Anxiety reduction techniques
- PTSD specialist
- Specialized training in grief counseling
Certification
- LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- Certified EMDR Counselor
Timeline
Private Practice Mental Health Counselor
Self-employeed
09.1991 - Current
Master of Science - Psychology
Washington State University
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Western Washington University