TaMiah Thomas, LMSW
Summary
Licensed Master Social Worker prepared to deliver impactful mental health services. Strong ability in cognitive-behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and client assessment. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to meet diverse client needs. Consistently focused on achieving therapeutic results and maintaining high standards of care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Therapist
Kids to Love
11.2025 - Current
- Facilitated individual play therapy sessions for approximately 30 children facing emotional and behavioral challenges as a result of trauma.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health disorders and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Developed tailored treatment plans to address specific needs of clients, ensuring comprehensive care.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address trauma symptoms, enhance coping skills, and effective emotional regulation.
- Educated parents and caregivers about mental health issues, fostering understanding and support for the treatment process.
Outpatient Therapist/Clinical Assessor
Lakeside Behavioral Health System
02.2023 - 11.2025
- Completion of biopsychosocial assessments, comprehensive substance abuse evaluations, development and implementation of individualized comprehensive treatment plans.
- Completion of initial intake assessments to determine client's criteria for outpatient treatment.
- Monitored patient progress through regular evaluations, adjusting treatment approaches as needed for effectiveness.
- Participation in treatment team planning, processing commitments, and discharge planning/case management services.
- Provide individual, family, and group counseling for patients with substance abuse and mental health diagnosis.
- Supervise 1-2 Social Work interns each semester sharing expertise in clinical techniques and best practices.
Therapist
DeNovo Clinical Strategies
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Provide diagnostic assessments, development and implementation of individualized comprehensive treatment plans, and collection of data to evaluate treatment outcomes.
- Document case findings, diagnosis, and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.
- Provide individual, couples, and family counseling to approximately 25 clients on a weekly basis.
- Conducted workshops on coping strategies and stress management for community outreach initiatives.
- Developed creative therapeutic approaches to address unique client challenges and promote lasting change.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Cross Roads Treatment Center
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Development and implement comprehensive treatment plans and biopsychosocial assessments.
- Utilize rehabilitation principles to conduct comprehensive substance abuse evaluations.
- Document case findings, diagnoses, and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.
- Conduct individual sessions on a weekly, monthly, and bi-monthly basis for a caseload of approximately 50 clients.
Choices Care Coordinator
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Partnering with members and families to identify needed supports and direct services to meet personal goals for good health, employment and independent or community living.
- Supported patient care excellence via planning and interpretation of programs.
- Document case findings, recommendations, and care plans in a clear and concise manner.
- Manage a caseload of 30-60 clients on a weekly, biweekly, and monthly basis.
Medical Social Worker
Methodist University Hospital
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments for over 30 patients weekly.
- Partnered with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Developed individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
- Completion of direct referrals to skill nursing facilities and rehabilitation facilities for patients who required additional services post hospitalization.
Resource Coordinator/ Social Worker
American Job Center
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Interviewed individuals to assess needs and provide informational resources pertaining to mental health.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to ensure resources were accessible to those in need.
- Enhanced knowledge around skills related to assisting individuals with obtaining employment and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Residential Counselor
Youth Villages
05.2017 - 04.2021
- Addressed severe behavioral and emotional needs of children through therapeutic interventions to prepare for reintegration into the community.
- Delivered frequent summaries on resident progression and regression in treatment via multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Provide individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy weekly.
- Mentored junior counselors, enhancing team performance and ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Conducted crisis intervention sessions, effectively de-escalating conflicts and maintaining safety protocols.
- Trained staff on trauma-informed care principles, improving overall service delivery within the organization.
Assessor/Pre-Certification Coordinator
Lakeside Behavioral Health System
05.2018 - 02.2021
- Facilitates the admission process and maintain communication with referral sources, families, patients, and unit staff.
- Provides in person and telephonic risk assessments and crisis interventions.
- Communicate with the psychiatrist to determine the appropriate level of care each patient needs.
- Evaluated client needs using standardized assessment tools and diagnostic criteria.
- Serves as liaison for patients and hospital with insurance companies.
- Negotiates and advocates for patient length of stay and level of care.
Family Intervention Specialist
Youth Villages
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Provide intensive in home services with a caseload of 5-7 families 3 times a week for youth with emotional and behavioral issues.
- Provide on-call availability to families during the week on a rotating basis to provide crisis intervention when needed.
- Develop individualized treatment plans to implement mental and behavioral health interventions.
- Collaborate with the Department of Children Services, Juvenile Court System, and local school district to advocate for the families served.
Education
EdD - Community Care & Counseling: Traumatology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2027
Master of Social Work -
Alabama A&M University
Huntsville, AL05-2016
Bachelor of Social Work -
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05-2013
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Suicide Intervention
- Individual, family, couples, and group counseling
- Critical Thinking
- Clinical Assessments
- Evidence- Based Practice
- Clinical documentation
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Trauma Informed Care
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker
- LSW0000011756- TN
- 7202G-AL
Timeline
Clinical Therapist
Kids to Love
11.2025 - Current
Outpatient Therapist/Clinical Assessor
Lakeside Behavioral Health System
02.2023 - 11.2025
Therapist
DeNovo Clinical Strategies
02.2023 - 10.2024
Substance Abuse Counselor
Cross Roads Treatment Center
09.2022 - 01.2023
Choices Care Coordinator
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
04.2022 - 09.2022
Medical Social Worker
Methodist University Hospital
11.2021 - 04.2022
Resource Coordinator/ Social Worker
American Job Center
05.2021 - 11.2021
Assessor/Pre-Certification Coordinator
Lakeside Behavioral Health System
05.2018 - 02.2021
Residential Counselor
Youth Villages
05.2017 - 04.2021
Family Intervention Specialist
Youth Villages
05.2016 - 05.2017
EdD - Community Care & Counseling: Traumatology
Liberty University
Master of Social Work -
Alabama A&M University
Bachelor of Social Work -
Alcorn State University