Sharon Fisher
Olney,MD
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Self Employed
Willow Oak Therapy Center, Rockville, MD
08.2015 - Current
- Utilizing an internal family systems approach, I improved client outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Assisted clients in developing and achieving realistic goals, leading to improved overall wellbeing.
- Delivered culturally sensitive counseling services, fostering inclusivity and respect within diverse client populations.
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing empathetic and compassionate counseling services.
Mental Health Therapist
Aspire Counseling
Gaithersburg, MD
05.2015 - 08.2018
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by mental health issues.
- Implemented behavioral modification techniques for clients struggling with unhealthy patterns of behavior or thought processes contributing to their mental health challenges.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Montgomery County Public Schools
Olney, MD
09.2011 - 05.2018
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
The Catholic University of America
Washington, DC05-1987
Affiliations
- NASW
Timeline
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Self Employed
08.2015 - Current
Mental Health Therapist
Aspire Counseling
05.2015 - 08.2018
Paraeducator, Special Education
Montgomery County Public Schools
09.2011 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - Social Work
The Catholic University of America