Susan Kinnersley
BRATTLEBORO,VT
Summary
Seasoned professional therapist with over 25 years experience providing mental health and substance abuse counseling to adults ,families and youth over a variety os settings.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Self Employed Private Practice
Brattleboro, VT
05.2009 - Current
- Provides therapy to adults and adolescents with trauma histories, mood disorders, addiction and recovery issues, ADD and chronic medical conditions.
- Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, treatments and progress.
Mental Health Therapist
Self Employed Private Practice
Seattle, Washington
04.2001 - 09.2006
- Provided individual therapy to adults and adolescents with a range of mental health and substance abuse issues.
- Conducted assessments to diagnose mental illness,and substance abuse issues and develop treatment plans and monitor progress.
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, treatments and progress .
Life Skills Instructor
Highline Community College
Seattle, Washington
06.2001 - 06.2001
- Provided guidance and support to clients in order to develop life skills such as communication, problem-solving, organizational, and time management.
- Conducted life skills evaluations and set client goals based on abilities.
- Documented participation in classroom and individual instruction.
Mental Health Social Worker
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
08.2000 - 05.2001
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, case managers, and other clinical staff in the Parent as Partners research program addressing the needs of at-risk high school students and their families.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on topics such as anger management, substance abuse and coping skills.
- Assisted clients in developing goals related to personal growth, self-sufficiency and stability.
- Developed linkages between clients and community based organizations that provide additional social support services.
Mental Health Therapist
Children's Hospital /Odessa Brown Clinic
Seattle, WA
09.1994 - 07.1999
- Provided individual and family therapy for clients participating in the Prime Time research program for adolescents with a history of multiple juvenile detentions, violent behavior ,history of mental illness, substance abuse and treatment failures.
- Participated in case conferences with other healthcare providers to discuss best practices for patient care using the Multisystemic Therapy Model for social, emotional and behavioral problems in repeat juvenile offenders.
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, treatments and progress.
Medicaid Social Worker
State of Delaware, Delaware Health and Social Services
Wilmington, DE
01.1986 - 02.1998
- Provided direct case management services to a caseload of clients with diverse backgrounds and needs.
- Worked on a pilot project, Child Waiver Program, to assist families in getting medical equipment necessary for the child to remain at home.
- Established effective working relationships with other social service agencies to coordinate services for the best interest of the client.
Substance Abuse Counselor
DUI First Offenders Program
Wilmington, DE
05.1997 - 02.1998
- Conducted assessments of the client's mental health status and addiction issues.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and communication skills.
- Referred clients to appropriate outside agencies when necessary.
- Made recommendations to to the referring agencies including probation and parole and the court system
Mental Health Therapist
Family Services of Delaware
Newark, DE
09.1994 - 07.1995
- Conducted assessments to diagnose mental illness, develop treatment plans and monitor progress.
- Provided individual therapy for clients with a range of mental health issues and substance abuse issues.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client's needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, treatments, and progress.
Mental Health Therapist
Claymont Community Center
Claymont, DE
09.1992 - 09.1994
- Provided individual and family therapy for clients with a range of mental health issues. Worked with school-age children with behavioral problems in the school setting.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client's needs.
- Educated family members on how to support their child through the treatment process.
- Consulted with community agencies regarding referrals for additional services or resources needed by clients.
- Participated in case conferences with other healthcare providers to discuss best practices for patient care.
- Co-facilitated a Children Are People therapy group for children ages 5 to 12 years old living in a family with an addicted or recovering family member.
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, treatments, and progress.
Addictions Counselor
Recovery Center Of Delaware
New Castle, DE
02.1988 - 09.1992
- Provided individual counseling to clients with addiction issues in an impatient setting.t setting.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to discuss addiction-related topics.
- Conducted assessments of clients' substance use and mental health histories.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to each client's needs and goals.
- Supported clients in developing strategies for managing cravings and avoiding relapse triggers.
- Advised family members on how best to support their loved ones struggling with addiction.
- Actively participated in professional development activities to stay up-to-date on latest research findings related to addictions counseling.
- Led educational workshops on addiction and recovery.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work, Therapy Tract, Minor in Alcohol Studi
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Camden, NJ09-1992
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Delaware
Newark, DE12-1986
Skills
Level two EMDR Therapist
Level one Sensory Motor Psychotherapy
Trained in evidence based therapies CBT,DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction Therapy
Working with psychological trauma using Structural Dissociation Model
Certification
- LICSW 1998
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Self Employed Private Practice
05.2009 - Current
Life Skills Instructor
Highline Community College
06.2001 - 06.2001
Mental Health Therapist
Self Employed Private Practice
04.2001 - 09.2006
Mental Health Social Worker
University of Washington
08.2000 - 05.2001
Substance Abuse Counselor
DUI First Offenders Program
05.1997 - 02.1998
Mental Health Therapist
Children's Hospital /Odessa Brown Clinic
09.1994 - 07.1999
Mental Health Therapist
Family Services of Delaware
09.1994 - 07.1995
Mental Health Therapist
Claymont Community Center
09.1992 - 09.1994
Addictions Counselor
Recovery Center Of Delaware
02.1988 - 09.1992
Medicaid Social Worker
State of Delaware, Delaware Health and Social Services
01.1986 - 02.1998
- LICSW 1998
Master of Arts - Social Work, Therapy Tract, Minor in Alcohol Studi
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Delaware
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