Stacia Ellison
Abilene,TX
Summary
Dynamic Facility Counselor with a proven track record at Abilene State Supported Living Center, skilled in developing individualized treatment plans and client advocacy. Expert in grief counseling and building rapport, I enhance client outcomes through evidence-based practices and compassionate support, fostering personal growth and emotional well-being.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Counselor
Abilene State Supported Living Center
02.2008 - Current
- Developed individualized care plans to enhance client well-being and promote independence.
- Facilitated therapeutic group sessions, fostering social skills and emotional growth among residents.
- Monitored behavioral patterns to identify triggers and implement effective intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for clients' needs.
- Analyzed client progress data, refining programs to optimize personal development outcomes.
- Advocated for residents' rights, fostering a culture of respect and dignity within the facility.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior staff, enhancing team competency and service quality.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Participated in ongoing professional development trainings to remain current on best practices within the counseling field.
- Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in the client''s care for coordinated service delivery efforts.
Owner/Counselor
Self-employeed
12.2003 - Current
- Developed individualized counseling strategies to address client needs and promote personal growth.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate client progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve client outcomes and service delivery efficiency.
- Led workshops on mental health awareness, fostering community engagement and education.
- Advocated for client rights, ensuring access to necessary resources and services within the community.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Designed culturally-sensitive interventions tailored to each client''s background and experiences.
- Improved client self-esteem and communication skills through targeted therapeutic techniques.
- Designed and implemented prevention programs that addressed community mental health needs.
- Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans for improved mental health outcomes.
- Enhanced client emotional well-being by conducting individual and group therapy sessions.
- Improved client coping mechanisms with introduction of evidence-based practices.
- Maintained detailed client records to track progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Fostered supportive environment, enabling clients to openly discuss their feelings and experiences.
- Facilitated workshops on stress management techniques, leading to better client self-care strategies.
- Advocated for clients' needs, connecting them with community resources to support their well-being.
- Guided clients in development of personal goals and strategies for achieving them.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Facilitated client self-discovery and personal growth through reflective exercises and discussions.
- Enhanced family dynamics by providing family counseling sessions.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
Financial Aid Support Specialist
Hardin-Simmons University
10.1998 - 04.2007
- Provided technical support to faculty and staff, resolving issues efficiently and enhancing user experience.
- Assisted in the implementation of new software systems, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruptions.
- Collaborated with teams to develop training materials for faculty, improving software usage and effectiveness.
- Monitored user access and permissions in various systems, maintaining data integrity and security protocols.
- Streamlined support processes by identifying recurring issues, resulting in improved response times and service quality.
- Led initiatives to enhance user satisfaction through feedback collection and iterative improvements in support services.
- Analyzed support ticket trends to inform decision-making, driving continuous improvement in service delivery efficiency.
- Maintained detailed documentation of support interactions, ensuring valuable insights are preserved for future reference and analysis.
- Acted as a liaison between clients and development teams, ensuring timely communication during critical incidents.
- Managed high-priority tickets with professionalism, ensuring timely resolutions while maintaining excellent rapport with clients.
Education
Counseling And Human Development
Hardin-Simmons University
Abilene, TX12-2003
BBA - Communication, Computer Science
Hardin-Simmons University
Abilene, TX12-2000
Skills
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Counseling
- HIPAA
- Self-care strategies
- Building rapport
- Client advocacy
- Career counseling
- Anger management
- Treatment Planning
- Adolescent counseling
- Treatment plans
- Assessments
- Grief counseling
- Learning disability awareness
- PTSD specialist
- Dual diagnoses expert
- Sandtray counseling
Accomplishments
- Owned and operated a successful private practice for 22 years in Abilene, Texas.
- Obtained the International Sandtray Therapist Credential.
- Work as a member of multiple work groups.
Certification
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
- NCC - National Certified Counselor
- ICST - Internationally Credentialed Sandtray Therapist
- CCPT - Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Timeline
Facility Counselor
Abilene State Supported Living Center
02.2008 - Current
Owner/Counselor
Self-employeed
12.2003 - Current
Financial Aid Support Specialist
Hardin-Simmons University
10.1998 - 04.2007
Counseling And Human Development
Hardin-Simmons University
BBA - Communication, Computer Science
Hardin-Simmons University
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