Susan Kalensky
Big Bend,WI
Summary
Client-centered professional polished in identifying potential disorders in clients and developing successful treatment plans and therapeutic processes. Accommodating and warm individual possessing strong observational skills and in-depth understanding of human behavior. Offering comprehensive background conducting psychological tests, interviewing patients and monitoring patient progress.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Clinical Therapist
Nurtured Roots Counseling
01.2024 - Current
- Improve patient outcomes by developing and implementing personalized treatment plans.
- Enhance patient satisfaction through consistent communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, ensuring optimal patient progress.
- Conduct thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health and substance abuse disorders and inform appropriate interventions.
- Implement variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
Lead Clinical Therapist
Red Oak Counseling
01.2005 - 01.2024
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Streamlined therapy processes for improved efficiency, utilizing electronic health records and data-driven decision making.
- Led a multidisciplinary team of therapists, fostering collaboration and promoting the delivery of high-quality care.
- Conducted group therapy sessions, facilitating meaningful conversations and creating a supportive environment for recovery.
- Provided clinical supervision to junior therapists, offering guidance on best practices for client care and professional development.
- Mentored graduate students completing clinical internships at the facility, providing valuable feedback and guidance to foster future success as therapists.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly evaluating staff performance and offering constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Delivered quality, comprehensive and well-integrated clinical services in alignment with patient needs.
Clinical Therapist
The Milwaukee Women's Center
07.2001 - 01.2006
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing personalized treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through consistent communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, ensuring optimal patient progress.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health disorders and inform appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and develop coping skills.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, enabling accurate evaluation of treatment efficacy.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients, promoting trust and open communication for more effective treatment outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL08.1991
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05.1988
Skills
- Group Therapy Facilitation
- Psychotherapy Techniques
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Anxiety and Depression Treatment
- Treatment Planning
Timeline
Licensed Clinical Therapist
Nurtured Roots Counseling
01.2024 - Current
Lead Clinical Therapist
Red Oak Counseling
01.2005 - 01.2024
Clinical Therapist
The Milwaukee Women's Center
07.2001 - 01.2006
Master of Science - Counseling
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern Illinois University
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