Hi, I’m
Sharika Pruitt
Licensed Professional Counselor
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Dedicated Professional Counselor Supervisor with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients. Provide instruction, leadership and supervision to provisionally licensed clinicians. Promote social justice and provide mental health services and advocacy for under represented populations within the community.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Crossroads To Pathways Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor & Executive Clinical Director
06.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Independently developed organized and structured 2 successful group practice private practices within underprivileged communities and provided access to quality mental health services through state insurance and community funded mental health scholarships.
- Provide Support and Supervision to a team of 7-10 therapists and administrative support personnel within my group private practice.
- Facilitate guided supervision with provisionally licensed clinicians who are seeking full licensure status.
- Arrange and facilitate therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Guide clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Provide comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Gadsden Job Corps
Advanced Training Human Service Worker Instructor
06.2014 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Provided instruction and direction to 15 students enrolled in the Human Service Advance Training Program and provide training and credentials for Managing Aggressive Behaviors, Residential Child and Youth Care certifications, First Aid/CPR, professional ethics, and other credentials as necessary for program completion.
- Trained students in developing individualized care service plans, progress reports, treatment and behavior plans, daily program reports, and crisis intervention management for clients.
- Coordinated keynote speakers from the community to promote professional development and to train students in case management, social justice program development, and social services leadership.
- Assisted students with developing personal counseling philosophies, along with exploring current trends presented in social services.
The Bridge Inc.
Therapist
02.2013 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Provided individual, family, and group strength based substance abuse psychotherapy for adolescent males in the custody of the Department of Youth Services.
- Assisted clients in the development of individualized care promoting strength based service plans by implementing a motivational interviewing philosophy.
- Provided case management services for clients to ensure the appropriate level of care while communicating with juvenile probation officers, family members, and other social agencies to assist with aftercare planning and client care recommendations while in treatment.
- Consulted with clinicians during treatment team meetings to assess client’s progress, treatment goals, and professional guidance along with leadership from clinical staff.
CED Mental Health
Mental Health Therapist
07.2012 - 02.2013
Job overview
- Provided individual and Family counseling in adult outpatient program, case management services, and referrals
- Completed psychosocial intake assessments, mini mental exams, treatment planning and psychosocial/triage assessments for both substance abuse and mental health clients
- Conducted clinical group therapy leader and assisted in intensive day treatment programs as necessary.
- Managed emergency crisis intervention counseling and skilled in suicide prevention.
- Participated as court appointed liaison for clients who were court ordered to psychiatric hospitalization commitment.
Restore Health Group
Program Coordinator & Neurobehavioral Counselor
06.2009 - 07.2012
Job overview
- Provided direct therapeutic supervision to 6 residential individuals with traumatic brain injuries and significant neurobehavioral deficiencies.
- Provided supervision of clients treatment goals and discharge planning.
- Developed individualized client programs that encouraged improved cognitive and social functioning.
- Managed and led clinical staff meetings and initiated staff progressive discipline procedures, supervision and professional development trainings.
- Supervised volunteer placements of clients and facilitated clinical treatment team meetings with Director of Services.
Education
Jacksonville State University , Jacksonville, Alabama
Educational Specialist (Ed.S) from Community Mental Health
04.2013
University Overview
- 3.9 GPA
- Relevant Coursework: Action Research in Counseling I & II, Assessment in Counseling, Advanced Career Counseling
Jacksonville State University , Jacksonville, Alabama
Master of Science in Counseling from Community Counseling
04.2010
University Overview
- 3.96 GPA
- Relevant Coursework: Research in Education, Tests and Measurements, Internship and Assessment in education.
Jacksonville State University , Jacksonville, Alabama
Bachelor of Science from Social Work
08.2008
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Principles of Psychology, Culture Diversity and Social Justice & Social Work Research
- 3.1 GPA
Skills
- Alabama & Georgia Professional Counselor Licensure
- Certified By National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Therapy and Counseling
- Certified Counselor Supervisor
- Advanced action research in Counseling
- Member of American Counseling Association
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor & Executive Clinical Director
Crossroads To Pathways Counseling
06.2016 - Current
Advanced Training Human Service Worker Instructor
Gadsden Job Corps
06.2014 - 08.2017
Therapist
The Bridge Inc.
02.2013 - 07.2014
Mental Health Therapist
CED Mental Health
07.2012 - 02.2013
Program Coordinator & Neurobehavioral Counselor
Restore Health Group
06.2009 - 07.2012
Jacksonville State University
Educational Specialist (Ed.S) from Community Mental Health
Jacksonville State University
Master of Science in Counseling from Community Counseling
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Science from Social Work
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