Shawn Stuart
Dunnellon,FL
Summary
Accomplished Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a proven track record at Children's Home Society of Florida, enhancing client well-being through expert application of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, narrative therapy, play therapy, and motivational interviewing. Excelled in building therapeutic relationships and significantly reducing crisis interventions, demonstrating exceptional cultural sensitivity and commitment to continuous professional development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Childrens Home Society Of Florida
5766 S. Semoran Blvd./Orlando Fl 32822
10.2014 - 06.2024
- Developed and maintained therapeutic relationships with clients.
- Provided clinical assessments to address client needs and provide initial diagnosis.
- Developed Treatment Plans and interventions specific to individual needs.
- Worked with outside agencies to provide comprehensive treatment.
- Evaluated client progress regularly through the use of standardized assessment tools.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, as team member, to optimize care coordination and ensure clients received appropriate services.
- Worked as team member to accomplish goals and company mission.
- Provided individual, family, and group therapy.
Mental Health Counselor
The Centers
Ocala, FL
11.2006 - 07.2008
- Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution.
- Continually updated professional knowledge by attending conferences, trainings, and workshops related to advancements in the field of mental health counseling.
- Reduced crisis intervention needs by proactively monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches as necessary
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Worked with chronically mentally ill populations within a well supervised clinical environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Worcester State University
Worcester, MA05.1999
Skills
- Self-Esteem Building
- Anxiety treatment
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Depression Treatment
- Domestic Violence Counseling
- Motivational Interviewing
- Cultural Sensitivity
Affiliations
- American Association of Christian Counselors
Additional Information
Military Experience:
United States Army (May 1986 to May 1994)
Awards: Achievement Awards for Combat Training.
Timeline
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Childrens Home Society Of Florida
10.2014 - 06.2024
Mental Health Counselor
The Centers
11.2006 - 07.2008
Master of Arts - Counseling
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Worcester State University