Stephanie Morrell
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced behavior interventionist, supervisor and counsellor with a strong background in - and desire to - assist people in developing their highest potential.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor and Direct Service Provider
Step-by-step Edu-Ther-A-Play Programs and Services
Los Angeles, CA
11.2020 - Current
- Utilized techniques such as behavior modeling and role-playing to improve interactions between students.
- Assisted students in effectively navigating social and academic environments by building repertoire of skills.
- Completed continuous assessments and documented updates to care to maintain current records.
- Observed students in diverse settings to gauge behaviors.
- Completed professional development courses, attended industry conferences and read current publications to maintain knowledge of updates to field.
- Directed emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Used established assessment tools and testing instruments to evaluate referred students.
- Modeled social, peer facilitation and peer training to achieve academic, social, emotional and behavioral goals.
- Utilized frequency charting, duration charting, time sampling and interval observations for appropriate behavior intervention.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Worked with educators to outline intervention plans, establish goals and develop progress benchmarks.
Alternative Therapy Coach (Volunteer)
The People Concern - OPCC Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Enhanced awareness of health resources and worked to connect individuals with programs
- Led classes on mindfulness and physical awareness to the homeless community
- Worked closely with team members to create appropriate weekly programs, to set the unique requirement of the homeless population
Intake Coordinator
The Haven at First and Market
Charlottesville, VA
01.2009 - 04.2014
- Interviewed clients, assessed needs, and directed them to the appropriate resource department
- Organised and coordinated donations and their distribution
- Developed fund raising program, utilising yoga, meditation and mindfulness to benefit the organization
Psychotherapist/Counsellor
Private Practice
London, UK
01.1993 - 03.2007
- Referred clients to external resources for additional support.
- Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
- Coordinated with the National Health Service and other non-profits providing individual counselling and development plans for people on low income and the homeless population
Education
Master of Science - Psychotherapy
Centre For Counselling And Psychotherapy Education
London, UK05.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Art History And French Literature
Bryn Mawr College
Bryn Mawr, PA05.1985
Skills
- Behavioral coaching
- Volunteer relations
- Teacher coaching and supervision
- Group therapy
- Substance abuse therapy
- Certified 1500-hour yoga and meditation instructor
Timeline
Supervisor and Direct Service Provider
Step-by-step Edu-Ther-A-Play Programs and Services
11.2020 - Current
Alternative Therapy Coach (Volunteer)
The People Concern - OPCC Santa Monica
12.2018 - 12.2019
Intake Coordinator
The Haven at First and Market
01.2009 - 04.2014
Psychotherapist/Counsellor
Private Practice
01.1993 - 03.2007
Master of Science - Psychotherapy
Centre For Counselling And Psychotherapy Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History And French Literature
Bryn Mawr College