Sharon Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist
Northridge,CA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist with a proven track record of helping couples and families develop and nurture successful relationships. Adept in helping clients to resolve conflicts, practice healthy behaviors, and overcome life's difficulties. Committed to helping individuals, couples, and families by implementing effective treatment plans for the issues presented.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Marriage and Family Therapist
Telemynd Remote Therapy
02.2021 - Current
- Developed personalized treatment goals for clients, regularly monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Increased client self-awareness by utilizing various therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
- Empowered clients by teaching coping mechanisms for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
San Fernando Valley
Counseling Center
Van Nuys, CA
01.2015 - 03.2021
- Conducted thorough individualized assessments to identify root of issues affecting client(s).
- Assisted clients in overcoming trauma, finding solutions to difficult problems, and developing healthy coping mechanisms.
- Maintained orderly patient record documentation that tracked patient progress meticulously.
- Performed crisis interventions when necessary.
- Worked with patients with various diagnoses such as depression disorders, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
- Aimed to provide patients with highest level of therapy care possible.
- Maintained High level of case management.
Marriage Therapist Intern
Valley Trauma Center
Van Nuys, CA
02.2011 - 07.2014
- Worked with clients to address issues head on and work toward solutions.
- Provided a safe place to discuss difficult issues, encouraging open communication at all times.
- Created treatment plans for clients and worked towards specific goals.
- Worked to understand the root of negative behaviors in the relationship and helped clients in their efforts to restore communication and compassion.
Marriage & Family Therapist Trainee
New Directions for Youth
North Hollywood, CA
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Effectively managed a high volume of caseloads on an ongoing basis.
- Conducted assessments and interviews for new clients.
- Provided powerful psychotherapy services to hundreds of patients with a variety of concerns and issues.
- Provided individual and group psychotherapy sessions.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration - undefined
University of LaVerne
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Prairie View A&M University
Skills
- Assessment and diagnosis
- Anxiety management
- Anger management strategies
- Depression coping strategies
- Stress management techniques
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Solution-focused techniques
- Multicultural competence
- Boundary setting
- Grief and loss support
- Motivational interviewing
- Trauma-informed care
Timeline
Marriage and Family Therapist
Telemynd Remote Therapy
02.2021 - Current
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
San Fernando Valley
Counseling Center
01.2015 - 03.2021
Marriage Therapist Intern
Valley Trauma Center
02.2011 - 07.2014
Marriage & Family Therapist Trainee
New Directions for Youth
01.2009 - 01.2011
Master of Science - Counseling
University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration - undefined
University of LaVerne
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Prairie View A&M University
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