Dr. Sereana Agyemang
Brooklyn NY 11207,NY - New York
Summary
Focused on encouraging clients to rise above obstacles
and accept life's challenges. While providing them with the
tools needed through cognitive behavioral therapy to
navigate internal struggles. Highly proficient in extensive
motivational interviewing techniques, motivational
speaking, group- based cognitive rehabilitation, and the
criminal justice system.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
FFT Therapist
Children 's Village
04.2023 - Current
- Contributed to the development of organizational policies and procedures related to FFT therapy service delivery, ensuring best practices were implemented consistently across the team.
- Increased parental involvement in therapy sessions, fostering stronger family relationships and promoting positive communication patterns.
- Served as a liaison between clients, schools, social services agencies, and other community resources to coordinate care effectively for those involved in FFT therapy.
- Provided psychotherapy services to clients with co-occurring mental health diagnoses, addressing additional needs while still maintaining a focus on FFT treatment goals.
Psychotherapist
Child Center Of New York
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques and reiki to patients and families.
- Delivered mental health support for children and patients suffering from depression and generalized anxiety disorder.
- Assisted clients to better understand roles as parents, focusing on developing skills to nurture and guide children.
- Worked with clinical psychiatrist and primary care physician to review patient progress and update treatment plans.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
Client Care Coordinator (Social Worker)
Parkwood Family Residence
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Determined need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.
- Provided Biopsychosocial assessments and mental health assessments for all shelter residents
- Completed residents assessments in accordance with current regulations and guidelines.
- Conducted case management activities and services with multidisciplinary team.
- Referred families to legal resources and educational programs.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Outreach
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients served.
- Provided counseling and support to adolescent teens with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with adolescents
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships among adolescents
- Monitored floor and adolescents movement.
Probation Officer
New York City Department Of Probation
12.2018 - 04.2022
- Wrote pre-sentence and post-sentence investigation and
court reports. - Arrested and detained offenders as required.
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Worked with schools, rehabilitation programs, and mental
health . - Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting
risk and needs assessments. - Created curriculum and facilitated Probation in-house
Batterers Intervention group. - Observed offenders for compliance and behavior issues.
Crime Vicim Advocate
Safe Horizon
06.2017 - 12.2018
- Established treatment plans with short- and long-term
goals. - Liaised with members of justice system on behalf of
client. - Developed safety plans to meet victims assessment of
needs. - Coordinated individual and group counseling to meet
victim service standards. - Worked with the NYPD and assisted with victim house
visits.
Group Home Supervisor
Tiera Jacques Foundation
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Streamlined daily operations with efficient scheduling, task delegation, and resource allocation.
- Implemented behavior management strategies for positive outcomes in challenging situations.
- Conducted regular evaluations of staff performance, identifying areas for improvement as well as recognizing exceptional contributions towards creating a positive living environment for residents.
Education
Ph.D. - Social Work
Long Island University
Brooklyn, United States2024
Master of Arts - Social Work
Long Island Univerity
2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA2016
Skills
- Risk and needs assessments Crisis Intervention
Techniques - Training and Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Training and mentoring
- Team Building
- Group therapy
Timeline
FFT Therapist
Children 's Village
04.2023 - Current
Psychotherapist
Child Center Of New York
08.2022 - 01.2023
Client Care Coordinator (Social Worker)
Parkwood Family Residence
04.2022 - 07.2022
Substance Abuse Counselor
Outreach
01.2021 - 05.2022
Probation Officer
New York City Department Of Probation
12.2018 - 04.2022
Crime Vicim Advocate
Safe Horizon
06.2017 - 12.2018
Group Home Supervisor
Tiera Jacques Foundation
01.2011 - 01.2016
Ph.D. - Social Work
Long Island University
Master of Arts - Social Work
Long Island Univerity
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Kennesaw State University
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