Sarah M. Kopencey, Psy.D.
Marlborough,CT
Summary
Connecticut state licensed Clinical Psychologist with 11 years of experience providing crisis intervention, psychological evaluations and psychotherapy services to adolescents and adults experiencing various emotional, mental and behavioral disorders. Successful at accurate diagnoses and specialized knowledge of Eating Disorder treatment. Adept at planning individualized treatments and maintaining relationships with clients. Committed to individualized patient care. Understanding and compassionate professional committed to performing all duties in accordance with customary rules of ethics.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
University Of Hartford, GIPP
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with department faculty to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and improve instruction.
- Create and implement course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
- Use lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
- Engage students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to engage student learning.
- Review and grade assignments to report grades.
- Improve student understanding by efficiently managing teaching materials and answering students' discussion inquiries.
- Integrate current events and cultural themes into course materials to contextualize subject matter and facilitate relevant evidence-based learning.
- Use technological equipment to enhance process of students' learning.
- Consistently communicate with students to acknowledge and reward positive strides and discuss areas of improvement.
Sole Proprietor
Brave Awakening, LLC
01.2021 - Current
- Offer individual outpatient therapy to adult clients with wide range of psychological problems.
- Maintain confidential records related to individual patient treatment using SimplePractice.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams to discuss treatment plans, progress and discharge decisions for patients with eating disorders.
- Use guided imagery and mindfulness meditation techniques to develop resilience and facilitate processing of trauma.
- Consult with highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
- Formulate comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plans by conducting thorough clinical interviews.
- Compile detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Implement evidence-based psychotherapy approaches to achieve therapy goals.
- Help clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Trinity College, Counseling And Wellness Center
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Performed comprehensive initial mental health evaluations.
- Provided individual psychotherapy to Trinity College students (~28 per week).
- Provided urgent or crisis intervention for students on an as needed basis.
- Participated in weekly case conference and professional staff meetings, including an Outreach Seminar, Mindfulness Seminar, and Psychodynamic Reading Seminar.
- Supervised doctoral-level psychology externs and participate in supervision consultation on a bi-weekly basis.
- Co-Facilitated a Mindfulness and Meditation Workshop series for Trinity students.
Education
Psy.D. - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University New England
Keene01.2018
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University New England
Keene06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT06.2010
Skills
- Individual Psychotherapy
- Crisis Intervention
- Integrative Treatment Team Collaboration
- Integrated Healthcare Models
- Eating Disorder Assessment and Treatment
- Mindfulness Meditation Instruction
- Parent Consultation
- Professional Presentations
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
University Of Hartford, GIPP
09.2023 - Current
Sole Proprietor
Brave Awakening, LLC
01.2021 - Current
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Trinity College, Counseling And Wellness Center
08.2018 - 01.2021
Psy.D. - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University New England
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University New England
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Connecticut
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