Stephanie Anderson
Fairfield,CT
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience specializing in crisis intervention, psychosocial assessments, and community resource navigation. Demonstrated expertise in delivering individual and group therapy across diverse patient populations, including medical settings and mental health crisis. Committed to enhancing therapeutic outcomes through meticulous assessment and tailored intervention strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Therapist
Ellie Mental Health
10.2023 - Current
- Serve as individual therapist, building and maintaining strong rapport with clients through empathetic listening and effective communication skills.
- Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments to inform diagnoses and guide treatment planning for optimal results.
- Improve client outcomes by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to individual needs.
- Coordinate referrals to appropriate community resources when needed, ensuring continuity of care for clients transitioning between services.
- Advocate for clients within their communities by collaborating with schools, employers, and healthcare providers.
Licensed Therapist
Remote Private Practice
07.2023 - Current
- Establish strong rapport with clients by actively listening, offering validation, and demonstrating genuine care for their wellbeing.
- Employ trauma-informed therapeutic practices, primarily EMDR, to support clients in processing and healing from past traumatic experiences.
- Utilize evidence-based modalities, including CBT and DBT, to help clients identify negative thought patterns and replace them with healthier alternatives, identify positive coping tools, and increase distress tolerance.
- Improve client progress by conducting thorough assessments and tailoring treatment plans to individual needs.
Travel Therapist
Natchaug Hospital - Barton Healthcare Staffing
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Provided crisis intervention services, including individual and family therapy, to children and adolescents experiencing hospitalization following mental health crises.
- Collaborated as part of interdisciplinary psychiatric team to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote healthy communication and coping strategies.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans, and treatment reports.
- Connected with community resource and service providers, ensuring appropriate continuity of care and therapeutic services upon discharge.
Pediatric Oncology Social Worker
University Of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Served as key member of Hematology/Oncology team, providing comprehensive pediatric care to patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Conducted in-depth psychosocial assessments, enhancing team's understanding of patient needs.
- Facilitated access to community resources, including social services, and financial support, ensuring holistic patient support.
- Provided continuous mental health counseling, accompanying patients throughout their treatment journey.
School Social Worker
Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators in a Federal Setting IV school to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Acted as key facilitator of IEP/504 administration and compliance, working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to advocate for student success.
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
Resource Coordinator
University Of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview
10.2015 - 03.2021
- Collaborated as part of the Behavioral Emergency Center and Diagnostic Evaluation Center psychiatric teams to arrange emergency assessments for patients experiencing mental health crises.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, providers, and community agencies to ensure continuation of care and ongoing psychosocial support post-discharge.
- Provided follow-up support to patients upon discharge, offering assistance with connection resources and community mental health support.
- Collaborated closely with community resource and service providers to advocate for accessibility of appropriate services, tailored for individual patients' needs.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MN05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND05.2014
Skills
- Individual counseling
- Group therapy facilitation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Psychological assessment
- Grief and loss support
- Crisis intervention
- Thorough documentation
- Multicultural competence
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Timeline
Licensed Therapist
Ellie Mental Health
10.2023 - Current
Licensed Therapist
Remote Private Practice
07.2023 - Current
Travel Therapist
Natchaug Hospital - Barton Healthcare Staffing
03.2023 - 07.2023
Pediatric Oncology Social Worker
University Of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview
06.2021 - 02.2023
School Social Worker
Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2021
Resource Coordinator
University Of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview
10.2015 - 03.2021
Master of Social Work -
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
North Dakota State University
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