Shirley Smith
Daly City,CA
Summary
Dynamic Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at The Psychotherapy Institute, skilled in mental health assessment and fostering therapeutic alliances. Expertly addressed clients' relational concerns, enhancing emotional regulation through tailored strategies. Collaborated effectively in team settings, ensuring patient confidentiality while maintaining comprehensive documentation. Passionate about promoting mental health awareness and self-care practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
The Psychotherapy Institute
08.2023 - Current
- Provided therapy to adults through a Psychodynamic lens.
- Provided a safe space for patients to help develop therapeutic alliance.
- Addressed clients relational concerns through the lens of childhood defenses that no longer serve them.
- Conducted intakes and managed the intake phone line.
- Assessed clients depression and anxiety by conducting the PHQ-9 and GAD-7 assessments.
- Collaborated with clients to provide tools to help them regulate emotions.
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
- Educated clients and families on importance of mental health and self-care.
Co-Facilitator
Stanford Positive Care Clinic
04.2020 - 11.2024
- Researched psychological and psychiatric online articles and books to present to the group. The presentation was followed by a discussion.
Education
Master of Arts - Anthropology
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CAMaster of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Golden Gate University
San Francisco, CA04-2025
Skills
- Mental health assessment
- Boundary setting
- Stress management techniques
- Assessment and diagnosis
- Patient confidentiality
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork
Timeline
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
The Psychotherapy Institute
08.2023 - Current
Co-Facilitator
Stanford Positive Care Clinic
04.2020 - 11.2024
Master of Arts - Anthropology
San Francisco State University
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Golden Gate University
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