Simone Zeschuk
Austin
Summary
Marriage and Family Therapist - Supervisor with over 17 years of comprehensive experience in clinical assessment, treatment planning, and counseling diverse populations. Demonstrates a collaborative approach in coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client outcomes and satisfaction. Skilled in fostering supportive environments that build trust and engagement, with a proven track record in crisis intervention and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor
Hopewell Counseling PLLC
03.2017 - Current
- Conduct diagnostic assessments and create tailored treatment plans for individuals, adolescents, couples, families and those struggling with an eating disorder.
- Implement various therapy models, achieving significant client progress.
- Lead psychoeducational groups, effectively reducing adolescent anxiety.
- Facilitate community program referrals, broadening client support networks.
- Fostered a safe environment for clients, enhancing trust and engagement during therapy sessions.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored treatment plans, resulting in improved client outcomes and satisfaction.
- Evaluated client progress through systematic assessments, enabling targeted interventions and measurable improvements in mental health.
- Streamlined the intake process for new clients, significantly reducing wait times and enhancing service accessibility.
- Cultivated a nurturing environment, encouraging open communication and trust, which led to deeper client engagement during therapy.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged open dialogue, leading to increased trust and engagement during therapy sessions.
School Based Counselor, part-time
Intervention Services
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Conducted mental health intakes, in the community and hospital settings, for individuals (age 13 to 30) who were at risk Conducted mental health intakes, enhancing student engagement and care coordination.
- Collaborated with community services to develop effective treatment plans.
- Administered clinical services, improving stress management and support access.
- Led psychoeducational groups, boosting adolescent girls' mental health outcomes.
- Coordinated with staff and families for tailored student support plans.
- Developed engaging psychoeducational programs, successfully increasing student participation in mental health initiatives.
- Streamlined case management processes, leading to substantial improvements in student follow-up and care delivery.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, refining treatment plans for measurable gains in emotional well-being.
- Provided empathetic counseling sessions, creating a trusting environment that encouraged open communication among students.
- Coordinated with staff and families to create tailored support plans, enhancing student engagement and overall mental health outcomes.
Behavioral Health Counselor, part-time
Eating Recovery Center
03.2017 - 09.2017
- Provide behavioral health counseling services.
- Conduct patient assessments and establish therapy treatment goals.
- Administer group therapy in the Adult and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program.
- Maintain thorough and confidential records of observations.
- Evaluate progress and effectiveness of therapy interventions.
- Assisted in psychoeducational and family groups, enhancing coping strategies and resilience among clients and their families.
Group and Family Therapist
Fraser Health, Early Psychosis Intervention Program
03.2010 - 09.2010
- Conducted mental health intakes, in the community and hospital settings, for individuals (age 13 to 30) who were at risk of developing psychosis or presented with symptoms of acute psychosis.
- Consulted and collaborated with community services, psychiatrists, teachers, group home case workers, and Ministry of Children and Family Development case workers, in developing and implementing treatment plans.
- Administered a range of clinical services including medication management (with the assistance of a psychiatrist and psychiatric nurse consult), education, stress management and support, relapse prevention, as well as referrals to community programs and services.
- Conducted family therapy sessions related to family dynamics, functioning, and needs of the family.
- Provided psycho educational groups and support group therapy to both clients and their families.
Mental Health Therapist/ Provisional Psychologist, Children’s Mental Health, Regional Intake
Alberta Health Services
07.2008 - 08.2009
- Counseled youth (age 11 to 17) in an outpatient setting who presented with a myriad of mental health concerns, including concurrent substance use disorders, depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, cutting/ self harm behaviors, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and behavioral disorders with children of borderline deficiency (Intelligence Quotient scores of 60 to 79).
- Provided counseling, psychoeducational consultations, and support to parents of children dealing with mental health concerns.
- Made referrals for parents, when appropriate, for personal therapeutic and/or psychiatric care within Alberta Health Services or in the community.
- Conducted telephone intake screenings with parents of children (age 4 to 17) who presented with mental health concerns requesting mental health services and made appropriate referrals for psychiatric, medical, and/or therapeutic treatment in Northern Alberta.
- Maintained and completed client files and paperwork in an organized and timely fashion.
- Performed as a team member by participating in Agency meetings and weekly conferences with Psychiatrists, Managers, Nurses, Psychologists, and other Mental Health staff.
Education
Masters of Science - Marital and Family Therapy
Loma Linda University
Lacombe, Alberta06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta12.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, California12.1995
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Building rapport
- Client confidentiality
- Empathy development
- Electronic charting
- Existential therapy
- Intern supervision
- Emotional awareness
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Emotionally Focused Therapy expert
Certification
- Texas Marriage and Family Therapist - Supervisor, Active
- California Marriage and Family Therapist, Active
Affiliations
- International Centre of Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy, 04/01/18 - present
- Central Texas Eating Disorder Specialists, 09/01/18 - present
- Austin Community of Emotionally Focused Therapy, 07/01/18 - present
- American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, 08/01/16 - present
- British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, Registered Clinical Counselor, 01/01/10 - 09/01/12
- College of Alberta Psychologists, Provisional Psychologist, 12/01/06 - 03/01/10
Professional Development
- ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist, 12/01/24 - present
- LMFT – Supervisor Texas, 10/01/24 - present
- Crisis Intervention Certification, 09/01/00
Timeline
School Based Counselor, part-time
Intervention Services
08.2017 - 06.2018
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor
Hopewell Counseling PLLC
03.2017 - Current
Behavioral Health Counselor, part-time
Eating Recovery Center
03.2017 - 09.2017
Group and Family Therapist
Fraser Health, Early Psychosis Intervention Program
03.2010 - 09.2010
Mental Health Therapist/ Provisional Psychologist, Children’s Mental Health, Regional Intake
Alberta Health Services
07.2008 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Alberta
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Azusa Pacific University
Masters of Science - Marital and Family Therapy
Loma Linda University
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