Sharon Burgamy, M.Ed., LPC-S, EMDR CIT
Denver,CO
Summary
Knowledgeable Clinical Director with solid background in therapeutic practices and client-centered care. Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans that improved patient outcomes and overall well-being. Demonstrated effective communication and empathy in building strong therapeutic relationships.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
PHP Primary Therapist
The Meadows Outpatient Center
07.2024 - Current
- Provide individual therapy sessions, including EMDR
- Facilitate and lead group therapy sessions with comprehensive preparation
- Respond to mental health crises promptly and effectively
- Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of services in the HER
- Communicate with family members and referents, ensuring clear and timely updates
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to inform clinical decisions
Private Practice Therapist
Sharon Burgamy Counseling
06.2015 - Current
- Provide individual counseling sessions through telehealth and in-person sessions to adults
- Focus is on adults 25+, primarily with complex PTSD, depression and anxiety
- Utilize EMDR, KAP, and parts work to facilitate profound changes in clients
- Provide valuable support and guidance to peers, offering insights and strategies for complex client cases
- Foster a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing therapeutic practices and client outcomes
- Began practice in New Orleans, LA and have continued it in Denver, CO
Group Practice Therapist
Denver Men’s Therapy
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Facilitate Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy in group settings
- Individual therapy, primarily to men with a focus on depression, anxiety and attachment wounds
- Utilize EMDR and parts work in individual sessions
IOP Group Therapist
Denver Women’s Recovery
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Facilitate group therapy at IOP level of care with variety of topics addressed
- Acted as mentor to graduate level interns, providing guidance and support through their training period
- Offered insightful feedback and constructive criticism to help interns develop their therapeutic skills
Group Practice Therapist
Denver Wellness Counseling
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Provide individual counseling sessions to adults
- Facilitate Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy with individual clients
- Conduct EMDR intensive sessions
Primary Therapist
Denver Women’s Recovery
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Facilitate intensive outpatient groups- 3 hours in length
- Provide individual counseling to clients in IOP and OP program
- Create treatment plans and case notes for each client
- Provide family contact weekly and family sessions monthly
Intensive Outpatient Program Counselor
Addiction Recovery Resources of New Orleans
11.2014 - 09.2016
- Facilitated intensive outpatient groups 4 times a week- 3 hours in length
- Provided individual counseling to all clients in IOP program
- Created treatment plans and case notes for each client's sessions
- Supervised student interns and provided structured weekly supervision and mentorship
Private Practice Therapist
Hickory Counseling
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Provided weekly individual counseling sessions to clients
- Responsible for marketing and obtaining new clients and for billing and case notes
Counselor
Greenbrier Behavioral Health Hospital
08.2014 - 11.2014
- Lead therapeutic groups in Intensive Outpatient program for clients suffering from depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and other mental health disorders
- Completed psychosocial assessments and suicide risk assessments for all new clients admitted to the program
Permanent Supportive Housing Coordinator
Bridge House
10.2013 - 09.2014
- Provide in home counseling sessions for male and female adult clients in Permanent Supportive Housing program
- Provide couple's counseling for clients currently in residential treatment
- Lead weekly psychoeducational and didactic therapeutic groups
- Record and file documentation required for program and provide general case management services to clients
- Assist Residential Program counselors with Addiction Severity Index assessments and therapeutic groups
Program Counselor
Grace House
11.2012 - 10.2013
- Provided counseling sessions for women at an inpatient substance abuse treatment center
- Led group therapy sessions in a variety of topics, including: relapse prevention, women in recovery, denial management, and general psychoeducational groups
- Communicated directly with Magellan to complete authorizations for clients' stay in treatment
- Administered Addiction Severity Index assessments and provided general case management services
Admissions Counselor
River Oaks Hospital
10.2012 - 03.2013
- Conducted biopsychosocial intake assessments for new patients entering the hospital
- Responsible for the initial administration and processing of all intake paperwork for new patients
- Answered telephone calls for entire psychiatric hospital and provided referrals for prospective patients who were unable to enter the hospital for treatment
- Completed initial authorizations with Magellan or private insurance companies
Student Intern
Addictions Counseling and Educational Resources
08.2011 - 07.2012
- Provided individual counseling to a diverse range of clients, including adults, adolescents, and couples
- Facilitated group therapy sessions in a variety of topics using the Matrix treatment workbook
- Provided case management services, administered intake assessments, and scheduled appointments for client
Intake Coordinator
Responsibility House
07.2009 - 03.2010
- Completed intake process for new clients at an inpatient substance abuse treatment center
- Responsible for completing a daily census, filing food stamps for clients, and ordering office supplies
Education
Master of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of New Orleans
08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of New Orleans
12.2008
Skills
Clinical and diagnostic expertise
Mentoring and Coaching
Client and Stakeholder Communication
Innovative problem solving
ethical and legal decision making
Special Training and Certification
- LPC-S, 09/25/2024
- EMDR Center of the Rockies: Completed Basic Training, 08/01/20
- Certified in EMDR, 08/01/22
- EMDR Certification Renewal, 07/01/24
- EMDRIA Member, 07/01/22
- EMDR Consultant in Training, September 2024
- Journey Clinical: Completed Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapist training, 01/01/23
Affiliations
- EMDRIA
Timeline
PHP Primary Therapist
The Meadows Outpatient Center
07.2024 - Current
Group Practice Therapist
Denver Men’s Therapy
11.2023 - 10.2024
IOP Group Therapist
Denver Women’s Recovery
06.2023 - 04.2024
Group Practice Therapist
Denver Wellness Counseling
11.2021 - 06.2023
Primary Therapist
Denver Women’s Recovery
09.2020 - 08.2021
Private Practice Therapist
Sharon Burgamy Counseling
06.2015 - Current
Intensive Outpatient Program Counselor
Addiction Recovery Resources of New Orleans
11.2014 - 09.2016
Private Practice Therapist
Hickory Counseling
09.2014 - 06.2015
Counselor
Greenbrier Behavioral Health Hospital
08.2014 - 11.2014
Permanent Supportive Housing Coordinator
Bridge House
10.2013 - 09.2014
Program Counselor
Grace House
11.2012 - 10.2013
Admissions Counselor
River Oaks Hospital
10.2012 - 03.2013
Student Intern
Addictions Counseling and Educational Resources
08.2011 - 07.2012
Intake Coordinator
Responsibility House
07.2009 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of New Orleans
Master of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of New Orleans
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