Taylor Andrews
San Diego,CA
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Therapist
Cerebral
11.2021 - Current
- Managing a caseload of upward to 30 clients who present with a range of mental health conditions including but not limited to PTSD, depression, anxiety, OCD, and personality disorders.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
- Delivering telehealth counseling services to adult clients diagnosed with mental health disorders, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Narrative therapy, and Psychodynamic therapy.
- Utilizing measurement-based care techniques to assess, evaluate, and monitor treatment outcomes.
- Collaborating closely with the client’s clinical care team to promptly address client treatment needs, progress, safety concerns, and medication requirements.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
CYF (Child Youth Family) Clinician
Crossroads Family Center
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed a caseload of up to 20 clients and provided counseling to youth, adolescents, and their families, covering a wide range of topics such as emotion regulation, effective communication strategies, the effects of trauma, behavior modification, and family dynamics.
- Provided crisis intervention to families during times of heightened stress or conflict, deescalating situations as needed.
- Educated clients about self-care strategies for managing stressors related to parenting or interpersonal conflicts within the household.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions regularly, adjusting treatment goals accordingly based on client progress.
- Empowered clients to make informed decisions by providing resources and support for mental health, addiction, and developmental issues.
- Implemented trauma-informed practices to address the impact of adverse childhood experiences on family functioning.
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
CYF (Child Youth Family) Practicum Internship
Crossroads Family Center
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Acquired training and hands-on experience in utilizing diverse therapeutic interventions and techniques (Art and Play therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Narrative therapy) with individuals of varying age groups, specifically youth, adolescents, and families.
- Documented client progress using the county's Electronic Medical Record system, CERNER
- Observed and conducted behavioral health assessments, client sessions, and treatment planning with experienced clinicians for learning purposes.
- Conducted in-person and telehealth sessions to accommodate clients' preferences and maintain safety protocols during the COVID-19 crisis.
- Engaged in communication with family members and support systems to gain a more comprehensive understanding of client and familial needs.
Program Quality Manager
Reading Legacies, LLC.
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Conducted thorough evaluations and assessments of workshops aimed at fostering stronger connections between children and their families
- Contributed recommendations and innovative strategies for delivering high-quality workshop facilitation within Juvenile and Sheriff's Departments.
- Delivered workshops to both juvenile and adult inmates promoting the benefits of reading within families.
- Designed and implemented feedback surveys to capture volunteers' input on the program, training methods, and workshop facilitation within the facilities.
Research Associate
Defense & Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC)
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Interviewed active-duty service members with acute concussions for research study purposes.
- Administered neuropsychological assessments to patients with mild to moderate/severe traumatic brain injuries before and after post-heavy weapons training, completing assessments efficiently and accurately.
- Conducted in-person and telephone assessments (i.e. Neurobehavioral Symptom Inventory (NSI), Patients' Global Impression of Change (PGIC), and Combat Exposure Scale (CES)) with study participants who had suffered traumatic brain injuries.
- Facilitated the recruitment, data collection, and consent process for service members affected by traumatic brain injuries.
- Provided outreach and psychoeducation to families, caregivers, Veterans, and active-duty personnel on traumatic brain injuries and available resources for recovery support.
Research Assistant
Veterans Medical Research Foundation (VMRF)
02.2011 - 08.2014
- Facilitated a six-week psychoeducation mindfulness support group for Veterans called Mantram Repetition.
- Developed an InfoPath research database for a research project and assumed the role of managing data collection, designing database forms, and developing codebooks for research projects.
- Supported Supervisor in promoting a Mantram Repetition program for a healthy workforce through the development and distribution of organizational health surveys, as well as the presentation of program results in tables and charts.
- Generated codebooks, conducted literature searches, & maintained large databases.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA06.2010
Skills
- Assessment and Diagnosis
- Building rapport
- Crisis Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Quality documentation
Certification
- Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC #16795). Issued: 06/2024. Expires: 06/2026
- National Certified Counselor (NCC #1601799), Issued: 01/2022. Expires: 01/2027
Awards
- Bonus awarded by Cerebral due to High-performance metrics | February 2022 & March 2024
- Counselors for Change Scholarship | August 2020
- HRSA Opioid Workforce Expansion Stipend | May 2020
- Quell Foundation “Bridge the Gap” scholarship | July 2020
- Executive Women International ASIST Scholarship | August 2019
- Quell Foundation “Bridge the Gap” scholarship | July 2019
- Quell Foundation “Fighter” scholarship | July 2019
- Invited speaker at UC San Diego: Psychology Careers in Mind | April 2018
Timeline
Associate Therapist
Cerebral
11.2021 - Current
CYF (Child Youth Family) Clinician
Crossroads Family Center
06.2021 - 02.2022
CYF (Child Youth Family) Practicum Internship
Crossroads Family Center
06.2020 - 05.2021
Program Quality Manager
Reading Legacies, LLC.
10.2018 - 07.2019
Research Associate
Defense & Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC)
08.2014 - 06.2018
Research Assistant
Veterans Medical Research Foundation (VMRF)
02.2011 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, San Diego