Sevda Gerger

Clinical responsibilities including therapeutic support for children with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, ODD, and neurological conditions such as ADHD, ASD, and epilepsy; conducting intake sessions and psychotherapy using CBT and person-centered approaches; creating individualized treatment plans, completing intake and progress notes, and scheduling appointments. Provided psychoeducation and emotional support to clients and families coping with epilepsy and neurological conditions. Engaged clients through developmentally appropriate interventions, including creative expression. Educated clients on stress management and communication strategies to enhance daily functioning. Applied a strengths-based approach to empower clients while providing a safe, culturally sensitive therapeutic space, demonstrating empathy and active listening.

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated care. Participated in case consultations, contributing insights into client behavior and treatment outcomes. Participated in regular clinical supervision and pediatric mental health trainings to enhance therapeutic effectiveness.

Proficient in use of assessment tools such as ADOS-2 (for ASD), CARS (parent assessment), RISC (IQ assessment), QbTest (computerized ADHD testing), eClinicalWorks, CHADIS questionnaires, and doxy.me for teletherapy.

Additionally managed administrative tasks such as uploading documents to the patient portal, client check-in/out, preparing CHADIS handouts for parents and intake assessments, and creating next-day schedules. Maintained compliance with HIPAA and ethical standards while documenting in electronic health records.

Supported onboarding of new interns on clinical documentation including progress notes and treatment plans, the CHADIS system, eClinicalWorks, and the Tavera hour-logging system. Instructed them on clinic procedures including no-show policies, scheduling protocols, and client communication. Coordinated intern support by offering guidance, answering questions, providing feedback, and connecting them with appropriate resources within the organization.

Responsibilities at a private practice therapist’s office included responding to phone and email inquiries, scheduling appointments, greeting clients, collecting intake information, filing client records, and assisting with research. Managed scheduling and calendar appointments as well as office supply inventory, processed invoices, and implemented streamlined data entry and document organization systems. Delivered high-quality customer service, addressed IT issues in coordination with tech support, and consistently sought ways to improve efficiency in record-keeping, client communication, and daily operations. Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information through secure digital and physical filing systems.

Responsibilities included supervising and engaging 15–20 children in play and outdoor activities, initiating an alternative toilet training program, and effectively communicating children's needs to the administration. Coordinated community outreach initiatives to increase participation and assisted with the planning and execution of events to ensure a fun, organized, and smooth experience. Utilized strong interpersonal communication skills to collaborate with staff and other volunteers.