SARAH PAIEMENT
Playa del Rey,CA
Summary
Mental health therapist and coach who received a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an MFT and PCC emphasis in March 2024 and a certification in Integrative Health and Wellness in 2014.
With a solid foundation in psychodynamic therapy, solution focused therapy, and somatic psychotherapy, I bring a depth-oriented and evidence-based approach to my practice. I firmly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to foster deep healing and growth, while my 10+ years’ experience working with children and families as a nanny has allowed me to create an environment that feels safe, nurturing, and warm. My greatest strength is my dynamic and detail-oriented nature, which allows me to assist in identifying others’ innate skills, gifts, and talents and help to bring them to fruition through strong communication, trust, and dependability.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager
Self-Employed, Orenda Mental Health
09.2023 - Current
- Perform comprehensive mental health assessments
- Create treatment goals and monitor progress towards goals
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions
- Provide individual therapy
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
- Revise treatment plans in consultation with clinical psychiatrist based on patient progress
- Utilize theoretical approaches to treatment such as Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Somatic Psychotherapy,
- Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary team to determine effective treatment plans.
- Manage caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches.
- Document service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
- Provides mental health education
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
MFT/PCC Trainee
The Maple Counseling Center
06.2023 - Current
- Developed relationships with appropriate boundaries, and provide support service in accordance to program structure with assigned clients
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
- Attended weekly training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
- Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.
- Delivered clinical therapy services to adults 18+ with wide array of mental health struggles
- Completed all required documentation and deadlines according to Agency and program standards
- Countered problematic behavior with healthy alternatives to enhance mental, emotional and physical wellness and increase energy.
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
- Acts as the liaison between the program and community agencies and individuals such as Mental Health Coordinators/Case Managers, County Social Workers, and Probation Officers.
- Garnered excellent reviews from individuals and maintained long-term counseling relationships to provide ongoing care and support.
- Collaborated with social services, referral sources and other treatment professionals to meet patient care needs.
- Counseled clients on concerns such as trauma, abuse, unsatisfactory relationships, divorce and separation, or financial difficulties.
MFT / PCC Master of Arts Candidate
Antioch University
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Conducted research projects within the clinical field under the guidance of faculty advisors
- Participate in data collection, analysis, and interpretation using appropriate research methodologies
- Contribute to literature reviews and academic writing for publication in scholarly journals or presentations
- Engage in collaborative discussions and academic seminars to expand knowledge and critical thinking skills
- Attend workshop and conferences to stay updated on current research trends and developments in the field
- Network with professionals and peers to build connections and opportunities for future career advancement
- Fulfilled academic requirements, such as completing coursework, comprehensive exams, and certification requirements
- Sought out opportunities for professional development, including internships and practical experiences relevant to the field of study
Family Assistant
Self-Employed
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Family Assistant to family with 3 children; ages 4yrs, 11yrs, & 14yrs
- Assisted with developing and implementing behavioral support plan for youngest child and provided guidance and support to older children
- Organized and managed all family members activities & schedules, household to-dos & organization, and ad-hoc lists
- Researched and registered children for age appropriate activities, liaised with household vendors, serviced vehicles, and scheduled vet appointments
- Developed mindfulness based practice for youngest child to ease tantrums and promote emotional & behavioral regulation techniques
- Created and implemented weekly healthy lunch and dinner meals for family
- Transported children to various appointments and activities
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance mood and quality of life
- Observed confidentiality protocols and reporting requirements with detailed records of services provided
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University
Los Angeles, CABachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Lesley University
Cambridge, MASkills
- 10 years experience working with children and families
- Family therapy and individual therapy
- Mental health assessments and DSM-5 diagnosing
- Creating treatment plans
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution Focused Therapy
- Somatic Psychotherapy
- Strength-based focused
- Strong communication skills
- Reliable, dependable, and trustworthy
- Active Listener
- Empathetic & Compassionate
- Trauma and PTSD experience
- Peer relationships and communication
- Behavioral and Emotional management
- Mental health support
- Parenting skills
- Stress management skills
- Collaboration with team members and co-workers
- Documentation and organizational skills
- Strong professional relationships
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
- Problem solving skills
- Computer and software skills
Certification
- Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT, Board of Behavioral Sciences, 2024)
- Associated Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC. Board of Behavioral Sciences 2024)
- Suicide Prevention & Risk Assessment (Didi Hirsch, 2023)
- Telehealth Training (Antioch University, 2023)
- Trauma Focused-CBT (Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, 2023)
- Certified Usui Holy Fire Reiki Master (Ceremony Meditation, 2019)
- Certified Integrative Wellness Coach (Institute for Integrative Nutrition, 2014)
- California Child Abuse Mandated Reporter
- California Law - Reporting Elder and dependent adult abuse
- HIPAA Compliant
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
Timeline
Case Manager
Self-Employed, Orenda Mental Health
09.2023 - Current
MFT/PCC Trainee
The Maple Counseling Center
06.2023 - Current
MFT / PCC Master of Arts Candidate
Antioch University
04.2022 - 03.2024
Family Assistant
Self-Employed
07.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Lesley University
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