Tammy Barnum
Rochester,NY
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of comprehensive experience delivering outpatient services to children, teenagers and adults with wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, self esteem, family conflicts and life transitions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
BetterHelp.com
02.2023 - Current
- Provided individual and couples therapy to clients with a wide variety of mental health issues.
- Encouraged clients to identify personal goals and develop strategies to achieve them.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy or dialectical behavior therapy.
- Created an environment that was safe and supportive for clients to explore difficult emotions without judgment or criticism.
Primary Therapist
Renew Hope and Healing
02.2023 - Current
- Utilized a variety of therapeutic modalities based on individual client needs, enhancing overall effectiveness of interventions.
- Improved client outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Provided one-on-one and group therapy sessions to clients with various disorders.
- Provided individual and couples therapy to adults.
Outpatient Behavior Health Therapist
Villa of Hope
04.2018 - 03.2022
- Worked on site at clinic three days a week and at satelite site with elementary and high school students two days a week.
- Provided individual, couples, family and group therapy in alignment with evidence-based practice and clinical models.
- Conducted assessments to diagnose mental health disorders and provide referrals for additional services as needed.
- Educated clients about available resources and provided support in accessing those resources.
- Responsible for the maintenance of client records in compliance with the Office of Mental Health regulation included initial assessment, diagnosis, treatment plans, treatment reviews, updates, daily progress notes, all admission and discharge paperwork.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists, socials workers and mental health counselors to ensure comprehensive care for each client.
- Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Developed positive working relationships with community resource representatives to improve client service.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Participated in a weekly on call rotation for mental health and substance abuse clinic after hours
Avalon School Social Worker
Villa of Hope
01.2009 - 03.2018
- Provided evidence based individual and family therapy to students with mental health issues.
- Attended IEP meetings and provided feedback on social and emotional needs of students.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents and other professionals to ensure a comprehensive approach to intervention strategies.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on various topics such as anger management, self-esteem building, communication skills, managing symptoms of anxiety, depression and bullying prevention.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed including de-escalation techniques and referrals for further treatment.
- Engaged in case consultation with other members of the multidisciplinary team to discuss best practices in providing services to clients within the school system.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions according to agency policies and procedures.
- Partnered with teachers to create individualized education plans to meet students' learning needs.
- Assisted teachers with identifying, referring and supporting students.
- Documented full student psychosocial histories as part of evaluation process.
- Supervised interns
Residential Social Worker
Villa of Hope
10.2000 - 01.2009
- Worked with adolescent boys placed in a residential treatment by the court system.
- Provided individual, group and family counseling.
- Educated staff and outside providers when appropriate on a trauma informed approach to treatment.
- Attended court proceeding for adolescents and provided court ordered documentation.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, families, and other professionals.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing emotional distress or behavioral challenges.
- Educated parents about mental health and provided ongoing support during placement and aftercare resources in the community.
- Provided culturally sensitive, trauma informed, evidence based counseling services tailored to the unique needs of each client and family.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client treatment plans and progress.
- Maintained thorough case history records and wrote detailed reports.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA05.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY05.1993
Skills
- Extensive DSM-IV Knowledge
- Clinical Interventions
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Patient Advocacy
- Clinical Documentation
- EMR Software
- Safety and Risk Assessments
- Confidential Records
- Therapeutic Expertise
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Evidenced based practices, trauma informed care
- Self-esteem building
- Anxiety reduction
- Relationship counseling
- Grief counseling
Certification
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Issued through 1/31/27 Credential ID 011544
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
BetterHelp.com
02.2023 - Current
Primary Therapist
Renew Hope and Healing
02.2023 - Current
Outpatient Behavior Health Therapist
Villa of Hope
04.2018 - 03.2022
Avalon School Social Worker
Villa of Hope
01.2009 - 03.2018
Residential Social Worker
Villa of Hope
10.2000 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
SUNY Buffalo State
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lesley University
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