Shauna Dworkin
Fort Lauderdale,United States
Summary
Passionate and skilled mental health professional with a strong commitment to client care and therapeutic support. Experienced in managing diverse client caseloads, coordinating sessions, and maintaining a safe, welcoming clinical environment. Proficient in evidence-based and experiential therapies, including a specialized focus on equine-assisted therapy. Recognized for exceptional organizational and communication skills, as well as a proactive approach to enhancing therapeutic outcomes through customized and innovative practices. Dedicated to fostering positive, lasting change for clients in need.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Healing Hooves Psychotherapy, Inc.
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed an extensive caseload of clients independently and collaboratively with a licensed therapist, using evidence-based practices (CBT, Person-Centered, Exposure Therapy, and Trauma Informed) and experiential therapies (Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Art Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Play Therapy)
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to adolescents, teens, and adults, addressing a wide range of challenges such as ADHD, Behavioral issues involving frustration tolerance and anger management, OCD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Dynamics, Self-Esteem, PTSD, and Trauma.
- Conducted biopsychosocial evaluations and maintained detailed clinical notes
and documentation. - Integrated equine-assisted therapy techniques into therapeutic practices to improve client outcomes
- Coordinated client appointments and schedules using phone communication and scheduling software.
Volunteer
Healing Hooves Psychotherapy, Inc.
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted clinicians by preparing horses and organizing activities for therapy sessions, ensuring smooth operations
- Managed facility maintenance and ensured cleanliness and organization for each session, achieving a 100% readiness rate
- Documented key therapy session observations, enhancing understanding of therapeutic practices
- Coordinated client appointments and schedules using phone communication and scheduling software.
Education
Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling -
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL01.2024
Bachelors of Science in Psychology - undefined
University of Flordia
Gainesville, FL01.2022
Skills
- Rapid Learner/Adaptable
- Organizational Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Self-Motivation
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership Qualities
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Communication
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Healing Hooves Psychotherapy, Inc.
08.2023 - 08.2024
Volunteer
Healing Hooves Psychotherapy, Inc.
09.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelors of Science in Psychology - undefined
University of Flordia
Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling -
Nova Southeastern University
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