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Sue Nelson

Curtis,USA

Summary

I am a dedicated mental health professional with experience in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of individuals struggling with mental health, substance abuse, and behavioral disorders. I have worked as a college counselor, worked in correction facilities, substance abuse/ dual diagnoses, sex offender treatment, and maternal mental health. I have owned Private Practices in North Dakota and currently in Michigan. I am adept at facilitating both individual, family, and group therapy. I establish therapeutic relationships with clients easily and have had experience deescalating clients in conflict resolution. I have worked with Hospice patients in their homes with and without family presence. My work has been with most all ages, including maternal services, sexual assault and trauma-related disorders. My treatment methods are usually based on the methods of CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and solution-focused therapy.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner, Therapist

Private Practice
Curtis, USA
08.2022 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to business operations.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
  • Conducted initial assessments and created an effective therapeutic relationship with clients.
  • Performed crisis intervention services when necessary to ensure safety of the client or others.
  • Evaluated diagnostic tests results to inform diagnosis and create an appropriate treatment plan.
  • Collaborated with community organizations to provide resources and referrals for additional support services.
  • Educated family members about mental health issues and how to provide support for their loved one.

Senior Clinical Therapist

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital
Newberry, USA
08.2022 - 10.2024
  • Counseled individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD and other mental health disorders.

Mental Health Clinical Therapist

Private Practice
West Fargo, USA
03.2014 - 08.2022
  • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities related to current trends in psychotherapy practice.
  • Conducted initial assessments and created an effective therapeutic relationship with clients.
  • Counseled individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD and other mental health disorders.
  • Advised patients on medication compliance and monitored changes in behavior or emotional state due to medications prescribed by psychiatrists or primary care physicians.

Clinical Therapist - Hospice

Jamestown Regional Medical Center
Jamestown, USA
04.2014 - 08.2015
  • Coached clients on self-advocacy strategies for managing symptoms associated with their diagnosis.
  • Conducted initial assessments and created an effective therapeutic relationship with clients.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
  • Participated in weekly case reviews with clinical team members to discuss best practices for patient care.
  • Assisted clients in developing healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with stressors in their lives.

Clinical Therapist - Sex Offender program

Counseling Psychotherapy Center Inc.
Fargo, USA
04.2013 - 05.2014
  • Created discharge summaries summarizing progress made during course of therapy.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on topics such as anger management, grief counseling and substance abuse.
  • Monitored client's progress towards goals set within the treatment plan.

Hospital Supervisor/ Detox Clinical Therapist

Pine Rest Mental Health Hospital
Grand Rapids, USA
04.2005 - 11.2008

Public Health Nurse - RN

Kent County Community Health
Grand Rapids, USA
12.1993 - 04.2007

Registered Nurse - Corrections

Kent County Jail
Grand Rapids, USA
04.2005 - 08.2006

Detox RN

Salvation Army Turning Point
Grand Rapids, USA
04.2002 - 04.2005

Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Metropolitan Hospital
Wyoming, USA
01.1991 - 03.1993

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

Pine Rest Mental Health Hospital
Grand Rapids, USA
10.1990 - 03.1993

Education

Master of Social Work - Clinical

Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2004

RN Degree - ADN - Nursing

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI
06-1990

Bachelor of Science - Education

Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC
01.1977

Skills

  • Addiction counseling
  • Critical thinking
  • Parenting education
  • Couples therapy
  • Crisis management
  • Court proceedings
  • Complex problem solving
  • Client assessment
  • Staff collaboration
  • New graduate supervision
  • Teletherapy
  • Creative thinking

Timeline

Owner, Therapist

Private Practice
08.2022 - Current

Senior Clinical Therapist

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2024

Clinical Therapist - Hospice

Jamestown Regional Medical Center
04.2014 - 08.2015

Mental Health Clinical Therapist

Private Practice
03.2014 - 08.2022

Clinical Therapist - Sex Offender program

Counseling Psychotherapy Center Inc.
04.2013 - 05.2014

Hospital Supervisor/ Detox Clinical Therapist

Pine Rest Mental Health Hospital
04.2005 - 11.2008

Registered Nurse - Corrections

Kent County Jail
04.2005 - 08.2006

Detox RN

Salvation Army Turning Point
04.2002 - 04.2005

Public Health Nurse - RN

Kent County Community Health
12.1993 - 04.2007

Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Metropolitan Hospital
01.1991 - 03.1993

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

Pine Rest Mental Health Hospital
10.1990 - 03.1993

Master of Social Work - Clinical

Grand Valley State University

RN Degree - ADN - Nursing

Grand Rapids Community College

Bachelor of Science - Education

Bob Jones University
Sue Nelson