Susan Sparks
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Achieved significant client progress at Keller Child And Family Therapy by leveraging expertise in Depression Treatment and fostering empathy. Enhanced well-being through evidence-based techniques and crisis intervention, demonstrating strong team collaboration and client records management. Cultivated a supportive environment, significantly improving client outcomes. Skilled Licensed Professional Counselor with strong background helping traumatized clients overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing individualized plans and developing important skills. Licensed by Texas.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Keller Child And Family Therapy
10.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation, adhering to ethical standards and guidelines for professional practice.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a supportive and safe environment for self-exploration and growth.
- Enhanced client well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapy techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Improved client outcomes through the implementation of effective crisis intervention strategies during high-risk situations.
- Advanced professional development by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences related to mental health counseling practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring comprehensive care for clients.
- Managed caseload of diverse clients, tailoring interventions to meet their unique needs and goals.
- Built trust with at-risk populations through empathetic listening and culturally sensitive counseling approaches.
- Established a network of professionals within the field for collaboration purposes enhancing overall service quality provided to clients.
- Successfully navigated ethical dilemmas by consulting with colleagues or referring to relevant licensing board guidelines for guidance in decision-making processes.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
Counseling Intern
Denton County Juvenile Detention Center
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and company regulations.
- Encouraged participants to open up and share thoughts at group counseling sessions.
- Performed 300 hours of supervised group and individual counseling sessions.
- Developed strong rapport with diverse clientele by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity during therapy sessions.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing evidence-based counseling techniques in individual and group sessions.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering trust and open communication in therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Counseled clients to help understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems.
- Conducted client consultations and collaborated with other agency professionals to discuss courses of treatment.
CEO of the Household
Self-employeed
02.1995 - 05.2015
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Secured financing for critical projects through negotiation of favorable loan terms with financial institutions or investors.
- Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling And Development
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2018
Skills
- Depression Treatment
- Anxiety Management
- Self-Esteem Building
- Relationship counseling
- Adolescent Counseling
- Life Transitions
- Family therapy
- Empathy Development
- Grief and loss support
- Anger Management
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Multicultural Competence
- Treatment Plans
- Client Records Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Mindfulness and Somatic counseling
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Team Collaboration
- Schedule Management
- Crisis Management
- Coping Methods
- Emotional Support
- Patient Intake
Certification
- EMDR Certified
- Emotional Transformation Therapy
- Trauma Trained
- Somatic Trained
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Keller Child And Family Therapy
10.2021 - Current
Counseling Intern
Denton County Juvenile Detention Center
01.2021 - 12.2021
CEO of the Household
Self-employeed
02.1995 - 05.2015
Master of Science - Counseling And Development
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas At Arlington
- EMDR Certified
- Emotional Transformation Therapy
- Trauma Trained
- Somatic Trained
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