Stephanie DeBaecke, LCSW
Brick
Summary
Licensed Clinical Therapist with extensive experience in mental health and therapy modalities. Proficient in cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and play therapy, with a focus on patient-centered treatment planning. Proven track record of fostering strong patient relationships and enhancing overall well-being. Expertise includes anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and developmental disabilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Swan Therapy Group
Brick
10.2022 - Current
- Assessed and diagnosed mental and behavioral disorders and problems in children, adolescents, and young adults.
- Provided individual cognitive-behavioral therapy, sand tray therapy, and play therapy sessions.
- Provided documentation for all services, such as treatment reviews, biopsychosocial assessments, mental status exams, terminations, and aftercare plans.
- Conducted risk assessments and interventions as needed.
- Collaborate with parents, educators, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to the client's case, providing support and resources as needed.
- Educate families about mental health issues, coping strategies, and resources to foster a supportive home environment.
Clinical MSW Intern
Optimus Health Care
Bridgeport
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Assessed and diagnosed mental and behavioral disorders and problems in children, adolescents, and adults.
- Offered comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and consulting services.
- Conducted risk assessments and interventions as needed.
- Provided individual and group cognitive behavioral therapy sessions.
- Documented all services, attended treatment team meetings, and worked closely with staff to enhance patient outcomes and provide supportive care.
BSW Intern
Mid-Fairfield Child Guidance Center
Norwalk
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Facilitated groups and activities for clients in assigned room.
- Implementation of the behavior modification/level system.
- Participated in treatment reviews, clinical rounds, team meetings and internal and external meetings as scheduled.
- Completed daily process notes for assigned cases on the days of attendance.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment plan
BSW Intern
Fairchild Wheeler Magnet High School
Bridgeport
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Organized goals and skills for each individual to apply to their everyday life, to promote change.
- Maintained a professional relationship with clients, with efficient guidance from the field supervisor.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate services for clients.
- Applied evidence-based approaches when working with at-risk populations.
- Educated clients on mental health issues such as depression or anxiety.
- Provided supportive counseling to individuals and families in crisis.
Education
Master of Social Work - Direct Clinical Practice
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05.2022
Bachelor of Social Work -
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05.2021
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Behavioral diagnosis
- Treatment planning
- Case documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Professional ethics
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker issued by New Jersey Board of Social Work - Credential ID 44SC06433400 Issued January 2025
- Sand Tray Therapy, Trained October 2023
- Addiction Treatment: Clinical Skills for Healthcare Providers Addiction Treatment: Clinical Skills for Healthcare Providers from Yale University Issued December 20202
- Tailoring Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Children with IDD Tailoring Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Children with IDD issued by National Child Traumatic Stress Network October 2021
Awards
Phi Alpha Honor Society for Social Workers- 2022
Social Work Club Fundraising Chair – Sacred Heart University 2020
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Swan Therapy Group
10.2022 - Current
Clinical MSW Intern
Optimus Health Care
09.2021 - 05.2022
BSW Intern
Mid-Fairfield Child Guidance Center
09.2020 - 05.2021
BSW Intern
Fairchild Wheeler Magnet High School
01.2020 - 03.2020
Master of Social Work - Direct Clinical Practice
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Social Work -
Sacred Heart University
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