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Sarah Roy

Sarah Roy

Summary

Accomplished Behavioral Therapist with seven years of experience counseling individuals and families with social, emotional and behavioral disorders. Positive, vibrant team member with focus on accurately identifying issues and evaluating best techniques for treatment. Dedicated to offering quality services and maintaining knowledge of latest industry advancements by attending professional conferences and continuing education courses.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Practice Psychotherapist

Self-employed
02.2022 - Current
  • Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
  • Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed, effectively addressing acute emotional distress and preventing harm to self or others.

Psychotherapist

Affinity Behavioral Health Clinic
05.2017 - 01.2022
  • Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
  • Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals in coordinating care for clients with co-occurring mental health and physical health concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
  • Led therapeutic process groups focused on topics such as grief, self-esteem, and anger management, facilitating peer support and personal growth among participants.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed, effectively addressing acute emotional distress and preventing harm to self or others.

Behavioral Health Case Manager

Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
10.2016 - 05.2017
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, facilitating seamless transitions between providers when necessary.
  • Demonstrated cultural competency by working effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds and adapting treatment approaches to meet their unique needs.
  • Educated families on coping strategies and supportive techniques to enhance their ability to manage challenging behaviors at home effectively.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions with thorough case management and effective coordination of care.
  • Connected patients to community resources, increasing support networks and promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Verified successful coordination of counseling efforts with mental health professionals, doctors, social workers and other stakeholders.
  • Mentored new case managers, sharing best practices and contributing to a cohesive workplace culture focused on professional growth.
  • Provided crisis intervention services promptly, minimizing risk factors and ensuring safety for all parties involved.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, progress monitoring, and timely intervention adjustments.
  • Led regular case conferences to review client progress, identify potential barriers to success, and adjust treatment plans accordingly.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

Grambling State University
Grambling, LA
05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology With A Minor in Psychology

University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA
05.2013

Skills

  • Building rapport
  • Anxiety Management
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Case Documentation
  • Treatment Planning
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Facilitating counseling sessions
  • Psychoeducation Delivery
  • Positive patient experiences
  • Depression and anxiety specialist
  • DSM-IV classification
  • Family Dynamics Understanding

Additional Information

Prior work specializing in treating tobacco dependence

Current specialization: anxiety and panic disorders

Interventions I have used throughout my work as a psychotherapist: CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, trauma informed treatment, client-centered therapy

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

Hybrid

Important To Me

Work from home optionCompany CultureWork-life balance

Interests

Reading

Painting

Hand embroidery

Gardening

Timeline

Private Practice Psychotherapist

Self-employed
02.2022 - Current

Psychotherapist

Affinity Behavioral Health Clinic
05.2017 - 01.2022

Behavioral Health Case Manager

Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
10.2016 - 05.2017

Master of Arts - Social Work

Grambling State University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology With A Minor in Psychology

University of Louisiana At Monroe

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