Susana Young
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Experienced in providing culturally responsive therapy to neurodiverse and Spanish-speaking individuals, couples, and families. Skilled in applying evidence-based interventions, empathetic listening, and systemic therapy techniques to foster healthier relationships and effectively navigate complex family dynamics. Adept at conflict resolution and supporting clients in overcoming personal and relational challenges
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marriage and Family Therapist Associate
HOPE Counseling Service
01.2023 - Current
- Current role includes: Conduct individual, couple, and family therapy sessions. Assess client needs and develop treatment plans tailored to their unique goals and challenges. Utilize evidence-based therapeutic modalities to address mental health and relational issues. Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Respite Care Provider
United States Air Force
10.2018 - Current
- My position supports the overall mission and vision of the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), which is a respite program for eligible Airmen, and their families who have children with special needs. My primary responsibilities include the following: Completion of required pre-service training, caring for children in the family's home on and off base, providing respite care for children with special needs and/or developmental disabilities from birth to 18, and their eligible siblings. Establishing working relationships. (Full-time position/40 hours per week)
Crisis Interventionist
Casa Pacifica
02.2016 - 04.2017
- Under the direction of the SAFTY Program Manager, I was responsible for implementing crisis planning and relationship building with high-risk children and families in Santa Barbara County as the primary means of preventing psychiatric hospitalizations, use of an emergency room, or use of public resources such as the police. My duties included the following: Immediate response to emergency referrals via telephone and face-to-face within 60 minutes, implementing intensive response services, follow-up case management, linkage to appropriate services to at-risk children and families, De-escalating crisis situations, ensuring the safety of the child and others in the immediate situation, provide follow-up with the child and family within 24 hours of responding to the call, and completing assessments regarding the need for hospitalization (voluntary or 5150/5585). If hospitalization was required, I had the ability to write a 5150/5585 hold, secure a hospital bed, and arrange for transportation of the client to the hospital when necessary. In addition, duties also included meeting with the supervisory team to review the client's progress, cultural diversity issues, and program problems and/or progress. Serve as liaison with ADMHS, law enforcement, and other community agencies when necessary to provide coordinated care. (Full-time position/on-call, 40 hours/week)
Case Manager
Transitions Mental Health Associations
07.2015 - 02.2016
- Under the direction of the clinical supervisor, I was responsible for providing therapeutic series including assessment, case management, rehabilitation services, crisis management, and collaboration and coordination with other service providers. Duties included providing after-hour support to clients, transporting clients to appointments, assisting clients with daily living needs, and attending medical appointments to ensure their overall wellness. Providing clinical consultations and subject expertise for the team and ensuring that each team member's observations and interactions with the consumers are considered for individual treatment planning. (Full-time position/40 hours per week)
Program Coordinator
Santa Barbara County United Way
10.2009 - 04.2015
- Under the direction of the CEO of United Way, I was responsible for planning and coordinating all special projects and fundraising events within the organization related to educations, financial stability, and basic needs. Duties included promoting agency through agency participation and public events. Assisting in connecting participants with appropriate agencies/referrals. Creating surveys, collecting data, and reporting on each step in the project using information systems to prepare and document progress. Developing new partnerships and strengthening existing relationships with community agencies, companies, and individuals to assist in the advancement of United Way's initiative. Supervising other employees to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. (Full-time position/40 hours per week)
Education
Master's Degree - Psychology (Marriage & Family Therapy)
UMass Global
01.2023
Bachelors Degree - Sociology
Chapman University
01.2011
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
Allan Hancock College
01.2011
Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Bilingual in English/Spanish
- Medicaid documentation
- Anxiety management
- Parenting skills education
- Child/Adolescent and Family Therapy
- Assessment and diagnosis
- Behavioral therapy techniques
- Treatment plan development
- Multicultural competence
- Depression coping strategies
- CBT, Play Therapy, DBT, SFT
- Crisis intervention
Affiliations
Southern Nevada EFT Community
AAMFT
Black EFT Therapist Group
American Counseling Association
Play Therapy International
Certification
Registered Behavioral Therapy (RBT) Certification
Teaching Certificate
CPR and First Aid
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Marriage and Family Therapist Associate
HOPE Counseling Service
01.2023 - Current
Respite Care Provider
United States Air Force
10.2018 - Current
Crisis Interventionist
Casa Pacifica
02.2016 - 04.2017
Case Manager
Transitions Mental Health Associations
07.2015 - 02.2016
Program Coordinator
Santa Barbara County United Way
10.2009 - 04.2015
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
Allan Hancock College
Master's Degree - Psychology (Marriage & Family Therapy)
UMass Global
Bachelors Degree - Sociology
Chapman University
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