Susan Dutcher
Mulvane,Kansas
Summary
Compassionate and attentive psychologist dedicated to patient education and effective provision of therapeutic services. Offering patient-focused practice style that emphasizes well-being and autonomy of patients. Demonstrated history of building strong rapport with patients while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
EMDR Consultant and Trainer
Maiberger Institute
03.2023 - Current
- Responsible for providing EMDR Basic Training and consultation to trainees along with consultation post training for those seeking certification.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
Owner/Psychologist
New Leaf Therapy Center
09.2015 - Current
- Owns and manages a private practice that provides therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families
- Responsibilities also include overseeing therapists and assisting their professional development
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provides post graduate supervision to individuals working towards their clinical license in the state of Kansas.
- Managed caseload of individual clients, couples, and family therapy sessions.
- Developed customized treatment plans for clients, addressing their unique psychological needs and goals.
- Trained future psychologists on best practices, counseling techniques, assessment and consultation.
- Established a strong professional network with local healthcare providers, enhancing referral partnerships and improving accessibility to mental health services for patients in need.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
Visiting Assistant Professor
Southwestern College
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Responsibilities included developing and instructing six classes within the psychology major
- Courses taught include: General Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Social Psychology, Child Psychology, Introduction to Clinical and Counseling Psychology
- Expectations also included participation on the Faculty Development Committee and continuous participation in Social Sciences Committee meetings.
Program Director/Assistant Professor
Friends University
08.2014 - 07.2018
- Responsibilities include oversight of the entire MSFT Program including hiring/retaining part-time faculty, maintaining compliance with accreditation standards, coordinating curriculum changes, overseeing clinical training aspect of program
- Provided classroom instruction along with dyadic and group supervision in compliance with Kansas state regulations and COAMFTE accreditation standards.
- Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Licensed Psychologist; Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Prairie View, Inc.
09.2011 - 01.2015
- Responsibilities included provision of therapy services to individuals, couples, and families along with completion of appropriate documentation within agency time frame
- Provided psychological assessment for children and adults for diagnostic clarification purposes and provide supervision to supervisees working toward clinical licensure.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients, improving mental health outcomes.
- Developed and maintained rapport with clients, fostering a supportive environment for therapy sessions.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, helping clients navigate challenging situations effectively.
- Managed caseload of individual clients, couples, and family therapy sessions.
Part Time Faculty
Friends University, MSFT Program
07.2009 - 01.2014
- Responsible for teaching students in the MSFT program
- Courses taught include Pharmacology in Mental Health Services, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Research I, and Developmental Perspectives of Change.
Temporary Licensed Psychologist; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
COMCARE of Sedgwick County
10.2009 - 08.2011
- Responsibilities included provision of outpatient therapy services to patients with various diagnoses, psychological assessment with adult patients, comprehensive psychological report writing, and participation in monthly staff meetings and completing proper documentation in a timely manner.
Psychology Intern
Wichita Collaborative Psychology Internship Program
08.2008 - 08.2009
- Responsibilities included providing therapy services to patients, providing co-therapy and consultation services to psychiatry residents at Via Christi Psychiatric Clinic, and providing psychological assessment at Good Shepherd Psychiatric Facility
- I also participated in the development of an emerging anxiety clinic designed to treat anxiety disorders.
Practicum Student
Kaiser Permanente
09.2007 - 07.2008
- Provided individual, couple, family, and group therapy services to patients in a medical setting
- Collaborated on a regular basis with psychiatrists and family doctors regarding patient care
- Completed two neuropsychological evaluations per month to assess for problems including but not limited to dementia, attention difficulties, brain injury, and personality issues.
Private Practice, Marriage and Family Therapist
Heartswell Child and Family Services
04.2006 - 07.2008
- Provided individual adult/child, family, and couples therapy and co-facilitated a psychodynamic process group.
Private Practice, Marriage and Family Therapist
Valley Presbyterian Church
06.2005 - 07.2008
- Provided premarital counseling to engaged couples using the PREPARE assessment tools and relevant resources.
Graduate Assistant
George Fox University, Career Services
08.2006 - 06.2008
- Conducted follow-up counseling sessions for Career Direct, SIGI-3, and the Strong Inventory; provide graduate school admissions prep counseling; provide counseling for undecided undergraduates; responsible for designing and teaching a GRE Prep Course; responsible for writing articles for monthly newsletter and conducting mock interview sessions.
Graduate Assistant, Pre Practicum Supervisor
George Fox University
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Responsible for supervising 1st year students enrolled in Foundations of Therapy class
- Supervision duties included developing lectures on specified topics, teaching clinical skills, overseeing role-plays, reviewing videotapes of student therapy sessions, and providing constructive feedback regarding therapy skills.
Psychology Trainee
Portland State University
08.2006 - 07.2007
- Provided assessment services in a college counseling and testing center; involved in administration and interpretation of psychological assessments including: tests of cognitive functioning, memory assessments, neuropsychological assessments, ADHD inventories, and personality assessments; responsible for interpreting results and composing in-depth psycho-educational reports for clients.
In-Home Therapist
Sherwood
03.2006 - 08.2006
- Responsible for providing in-home therapy services to a 10-year-old male with Autism
- Services included using behavioral techniques and teaching an academic curriculum.
Practicum Student
Archer Glen Elementary School
09.2005 - 06.2006
- Provided individual, group, and family therapy in an elementary school setting; conducted individual and group therapy with children; conducted family therapy and consultation sessions.
Education
PsyD - Clinical Psychology
George Fox University
Newberg08.2008
Master of Science - Family Therapy
Friends University
Wichita, KS05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05.2000
Skills
- Client Relationships
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Cultural Awareness
- Subject Matter Expert
- Strong Communication Skills
- Expertise in subject matter
- Collaborative Team Player
- Online Teaching Experience
Timeline
EMDR Consultant and Trainer
Maiberger Institute
03.2023 - Current
Visiting Assistant Professor
Southwestern College
09.2018 - 05.2019
Owner/Psychologist
New Leaf Therapy Center
09.2015 - Current
Program Director/Assistant Professor
Friends University
08.2014 - 07.2018
Licensed Psychologist; Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Prairie View, Inc.
09.2011 - 01.2015
Temporary Licensed Psychologist; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
COMCARE of Sedgwick County
10.2009 - 08.2011
Part Time Faculty
Friends University, MSFT Program
07.2009 - 01.2014
Psychology Intern
Wichita Collaborative Psychology Internship Program
08.2008 - 08.2009
Practicum Student
Kaiser Permanente
09.2007 - 07.2008
Graduate Assistant, Pre Practicum Supervisor
George Fox University
08.2007 - 05.2008
Graduate Assistant
George Fox University, Career Services
08.2006 - 06.2008
Psychology Trainee
Portland State University
08.2006 - 07.2007
Private Practice, Marriage and Family Therapist
Heartswell Child and Family Services
04.2006 - 07.2008
In-Home Therapist
Sherwood
03.2006 - 08.2006
Practicum Student
Archer Glen Elementary School
09.2005 - 06.2006
Private Practice, Marriage and Family Therapist
Valley Presbyterian Church
06.2005 - 07.2008
PsyD - Clinical Psychology
George Fox University
Master of Science - Family Therapy
Friends University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Wichita State University
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