Tara McBrearty, LCSW

Provided Individual psychotherapy remotely using Brief Therapy identifying behavioral concerns. Client supported through carefully structured questions enabling insight development and focused decision-making. CBT/Mindfulness paradigms used with Narrative techniques focused on the heroic aspects of a client's history. Prepared Initial Consultation including a thorough assessment of psychological, medical, and personal HX. DX established, and TX focused on essential aspects of Client's presentation. Prepared summary process/progress notes and evaluated acuity/addiction and offered additional supports as needed.

Provided direct service to Forensic patients and Conservatee's in locked impatient setting. Provided individual/group psychotherapy. Worked collaboratively w/TX team and nursing staff to address issues of risk, optimal care, and the selection of clinical responses to support growth/stability. Assist patients to prepare for discharge by coordination w/Forensic Office, CONREP, and other concerned parties. Identified legal challenges, ethical concerns, and protected aspects of client care. Reviewed and maintained case records. Used collegial relationships to support a hopeful clinical environment, best practices, and appreciation of Social Work values. Participated in trainings to enhance clinical competency. Repeatedly elected Staff Person of the Month by Unit Residents.

Provided psychotherapy as an Intern working under licensed clincian providing individual, couples, and family therapy in a community based setting. Using Family Systems Therapy, supported clients establishing stable relations, clear communication, and goal setting. Narrative techniques used to support positive self-identity. Reviewed and prepared case notes. Participated in team meetings. Mentored graduate Social Work student completing MSW Project requirements.

Working in Multiple Settings, responsible for complex casework. Prepared court reports and petitions for Juvenile Court. Frequently testified in court on behalf of the Department. Developed assessments and SVS plans for families impacted by Juvenile Dependencies. Prepared documents to advise authorities and jurisdictions of Juvenile Dependency. Located, coordinated and advocated for specific TX's to ameliorate TX issues. Worked in a pilot project, a collaboration with the private sector to provide community based care with a collaborative team of providers from the community (schools/community leaders), Probation, Mental Health, and Child Welfare, providing Wrap-Around services with a Family Strength model of delivery. Also, mentored Child Welfare trainee's.

Responsible for evaluating disordered or emotionally distraught persons to assess level of acuity for 5150 determination under the supervision of a licensed clinician. Provided crisis counseling in person and by phone. Coordinated w/Safety personnel to address situations of acuity. Prepared assessments and DX. Reviewed and maintained TX records. Coordinated with community impatient facilities for admission when 72-hour Hold implemented.