SHANNON FRANK-RICHTER, MA, LMFT, APCC
Marylhurst,OR
Summary
Currently in private practice. Empathetic counselor with many life experiences who can identify client objectives and needs via optimal treatment plans and thorough assessments. Diagnoses and treats with cultural sensitivity and clinically appropriate standards, builds strong therapeutic client relationships, and maintains detailed and confidential documentation. Seeking a doctoral program that will deepen and expand my clinical knowledge in practice and through research that contributes to evidence-based practices, especially in ecotherapy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner & Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Pacific Coast Therapist, Inc
05.2022 - Current
- Provides individual and couples psychotherapy sessions to California clients seeking to pinpoint emotions and distorted cognitions underlying personal and relational conflicts.
- Practices telemedicine with ethical and legal compliance to HIPAA, state and federal laws and guidelines.
- Utilizes assessments, modalities and interventions that are specific to each client's unique presenting symptoms, treatment goals and expectations for termination.
- Manages day-to-day business operations as an incorporated business in compliance with licensing and state regulations.
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
The Liberation Institute
03.2019 - 08.2022
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards under the supervision of Lynndal Daniels, LMFT 78183.
- Delivered counseling services to individuals, families, and couples within a family systems modality.
- Rendered mental health and counseling services to a diversity of clients, focusing on development of healthy relationships in a culturally sensitive and strength-based approach.
Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
Bill Wilson
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Delivered counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples while under supervision and mirror-room observations in traineeship.
- Collaborated with supervisors to create and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
- Assisted clients with court-mandated counseling in locating resources for housing services, and financial assistance.
Recreational Therapy Intern
VA Hospital, Community Living Center, CLC
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Scheduled and led recreational programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.
- Encouraged patients with special needs, such as dementia and traumatic brain injury, to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting leisure activities.
Site Coordinator of Volunteer Services
Kaiser Permanente
12.2008 - 02.2013
- Coordinated, implemented and maintained hospital volunteer training programs in compliance with The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO).
- Scheduled and managed approximately 300 volunteers in assigned hospital roles, such as surgical waiting rooms, pediatrics, lobbies, pet therapy, and special events.
Assistant Site Coordinator of Volunteer Services
Kaiser Permanente
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Served as the hospital gift shop manager and floating manager-on-duty, MOD, in the outpatient gift gallery to cover shift shortages.
- Acted as point of contact and supervisor for hospital volunteers.
Education
MA - Counseling
Palo Alto University
11.2018
B.Sc. - Psychology & Social Action
Palo Alto University
06.2016
AA - Liberal Arts
De Anza College
06.2014
Skills
- Intakes and Assessments
- Therapy and Counseling
- Clinical Interventions
- Best Practices and Standards
- Couples Counseling
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Behavioral Therapy Techniques
- Relaxation Techniques
- Humanistic with an attachment lens
Certification
- LMFT 132811 - California
- APCC 6071 - California
Affiliations
CAMFT
CAPCC
AAMFT
ORCA
Timeline
Owner & Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Pacific Coast Therapist, Inc
05.2022 - Current
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
The Liberation Institute
03.2019 - 08.2022
Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
Bill Wilson
05.2017 - 12.2018
Recreational Therapy Intern
VA Hospital, Community Living Center, CLC
08.2015 - 09.2016
Site Coordinator of Volunteer Services
Kaiser Permanente
12.2008 - 02.2013
Assistant Site Coordinator of Volunteer Services
Kaiser Permanente
01.2007 - 12.2008
MA - Counseling
Palo Alto University
B.Sc. - Psychology & Social Action
Palo Alto University
AA - Liberal Arts
De Anza College
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