Scott Gibson
Leitchfield,KY
Summary
Dedicated and reliable Outpatient Therapist at Communicare Inc., skilled in crisis intervention and effective communication. Successfully implemented evidence-based practices, including EMDR and TF-CBT, to promote positive behavior change. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring holistic care for clients facing severe mental health challenges.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Communicare Inc.
Elizabethtown, KY
03.2010 - Current
- Promoted positive behavior change by providing reinforcement strategies during sessions.
- Completed court ordered psychological evaluations when requested by legal authorities.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques.
- Utilized evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in the delivery of therapeutic services.
- Collaborated with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, schools, social workers, probation officers. to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Made referrals for additional services such as psychiatric evaluation or medication management when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress utilizing electronic medical record system.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development activities such as attending trainings or workshops related to mental health topics.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Developed treatment plans and goals in collaboration with clients and other providers.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY08-2015
Skills
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT)
- Crisis intervention
- De-escalation techniques
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Clinical documentation
- Individual counseling
- Group therapy facilitation
- Treatment planning
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Communicare Inc.
03.2010 - Current
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Western Kentucky University
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