Tasha James
Bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor
Spring,TX
Summary
Experienced and bilingual licensed professional counselor-supervisor with over 20 years of expertise in providing psychological health services, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention. Skilled in developing and implementing effective therapeutic strategies tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Recognized for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Strong background in cognitive-behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and client-centered care. Exceptional customer service skills while managing program administration tasks, including responding to internal and external inquiries, aligning departmental priorities, and supporting mission-critical projects.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates
Work History
LPHA -Triad Mental Health
The Harris Center For Mental Health And IDD
9 2019 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive mental health evaluations and suicide risk assessments, supporting high-stakes decision-making.
- Developed treatment protocols aligned with best practices for psychological health and readiness.
- Provided program oversight, ensuring adherence to professional standards and continuous quality improvement.
- Maintained data records and conducted statistical analysis for performance monitoring.
- Promoted self-care among patients by teaching stress management techniques and other coping strategies.
Lead Therapist
Urban Therapy Exchange, PLLC
04.2019 - Current
- Managed multi-tiered mental health programs addressing trauma, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention.
- Led interagency coordination efforts, fostering collaboration with legal, medical, and social services organizations.
- Delivered expert testimony on trauma and mental health in federal and state court proceedings.
- Designed and executed mental health awareness campaigns to destigmatize mental health concerns.
- Attended continued education sessions to maintain professional standards and stay up-to-date with new developments.
Mobile Assessor Clinician
Universal Health Services
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided psychiatric evaluations using DSM-5 criteria, determining appropriate levels of care.
- Facilitated service delivery across interdisciplinary teams and managed crisis response initiatives.
- Prepared clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Used EPIC software to complete mental health assessment exam of patients located in the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Units, and other medical units.
- Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
Mobile Crisis Assessor
Westpark Springs
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Responsible for assessing, diagnosing psychological and substance abuse disorders , and identifying psychosocial, educational, developmental and behavioral functioning of patients (civilians and veterans) through established care finding mechanisms.
- Provided psychiatric evaluations using DSM-5 criteria, determining appropriate levels of care.
- Facilitated service delivery across interdisciplinary teams and managed crisis response initiatives.
- Prepared clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
Mental Health Clinician Grant Funded
United States Veterans Initiative
12.2015 - 06.2017
- Provided clinical mental health services to veterans experiencing homelessness, including crisis intervention, psychological stabilization, and ongoing follow-up care.
- Developed comprehensive, individualized treatment plans using evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy to address complex trauma, mental health challenges, and psychosocial barriers.
- Conducted needs assessments and treatment evaluations to determine veterans’ service eligibility, support treatment progress, and adjust care plans based on clinical outcomes.
- Managed and coordinated community resource referrals through partnerships with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, ensuring continuity of care across service providers.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive mental health care plans.
Community Youth Services Specialist
Harris County CPS
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Conducted outreach activities targeting underrepresented communities promoting equal opportunity access.
- Managed an intensive 20-30 diverse client caseload of ensuring individualized attention and support while tracking their progress toward goals.
- Fostered strong relationships with schools to promote seamless collaboration between teachers, counselors, administrators, students involved in the program.
- Coordinated special events that promoted cultural awareness, teamwork, and life skills development among participating youths.
- Assessed individual strengths, weaknesses, and needs of each youth to develop tailored intervention plans that fostered growth and resilience.
Bilingual Forensic Interviewer
Harris County The Children's Assessment Center
09.2009 - 09.2013
- Forensically interviewed children and adult victims and/or witnesses of abuse or neglect, homicide, sexual abuse, human trafficking, and child death cases.
- Conducted over 1,500 forensic interviews, collaborating with law enforcement and federal agencies.
- Completed forensic interviews for local police departments, in-and-out state for police departments, Texas Rangers, ORR, FBI, Homeland Security, District Attorney's Office of Harris County Metro Police, Children's Protective Services, Immigration and Naturalization Services.
- Cross-trained as Bilingual Forensic, Bilingual Extended Evaluator, and Getting Started Group Facilitator for Spanish Speaking Non-Offending Caregivers. and mentored and trained new forensic interviewers.
- Continually honed expertise in child development and trauma-informed care to ensure appropriate questioning techniques were employed during interviews involving children or individuals who have experienced significant psychological distress.
Bilingual Child Sexual Abuse Investigator IV & Family Based Services
Texas Department of Family & Protective Services
12.2002 - 09.2009
- Conducted risk assessments to evaluate the potential threat level posed by alleged perpetrators during active investigations, ensuring appropriate safety measures and intervention strategies were implemented.
- Coordinated with mental health professionals and medical providers to assess victims' needs accurately and develop appropriate support plans accordingly.
- Utilized various research methods to gather critical information pertaining to cases under investigation effectively.
- Improved investigative efficiency by optimizing workflows and implementing clear, effective communication protocols to facilitate timely case resolution.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address complex cases and ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Education
Master of Science - Education And Counseling
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX 08.2004 - 2006.05
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 08.1998 - 12.2002
Skills
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Lead Therapist
Urban Therapy Exchange, PLLC
04.2019 - Current
Mobile Assessor Clinician
Universal Health Services
02.2019 - 02.2020
Mobile Crisis Assessor
Westpark Springs
05.2017 - 02.2019
Mental Health Clinician Grant Funded
United States Veterans Initiative
12.2015 - 06.2017
Community Youth Services Specialist
Harris County CPS
09.2013 - 09.2014
Bilingual Forensic Interviewer
Harris County The Children's Assessment Center
09.2009 - 09.2013
Master of Science - Education And Counseling
Prairie View A & M University
08.2004 - 2006.05
Bilingual Child Sexual Abuse Investigator IV & Family Based Services
Texas Department of Family & Protective Services
12.2002 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Sam Houston State University
08.1998 - 12.2002
2023 Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor training and certification
2021: Intermediate Trauma Therapy Certificate, Externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
2018-2019: Ethics, Physicians for Human Rights Forensic Evaluations
2017: 10-Day Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy Training, SAGECare LGBT Elder Training, and DBT Principals and Skills Action, Mental Health First Aid, Mood Disorder Summit, Motivational Interviewing
2016: Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Military Culture: Core Competencies for Health Care Professionals Military Organization and Roles, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills and Advance Training, Ethics Training, Practical Assessment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Transgender Mental Health Services Program, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Processing Therapy.
LPHA -Triad Mental Health
The Harris Center For Mental Health And IDD
9 2019 - Current
Certification
2023 Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor training and certification
Hobbies
I am a run coordinator for Black Girls Run! for Houston Chapter. As a run organize and lead weekly running meet ups and encourage health and wellness within the Black community. My role involves planning routes, coordinating schedules, and communicating with runner through social media and messaging platforms to keep everyone informed and motivated.
I create an inclusive, supportive atmosphere, ensuring all runners of all levels feel welcomed and empowered. Additionally, I focus on safety and preparedness, managing per-run warm ups and post-run cool downs, and fostering a community where Black women feel encouraged to prioritize their physical and mental well-being through running.
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