Terri McKoy
Detroit,MI
Summary
Respectful Clinician with proven track record of helping individuals improve mental health and well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate treatment modalities and interventions to meet needs of individuals. Passionate about helping people manage and improve quality of life.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner, Lead Clinician
Fleming McKoy Counseling, LLC
08.2022 - Current
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Deliver high-quality patient care by conducting thorough assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapeutic support.
- Oversee daily operations, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Improve patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and interventions.
- Provide patients with detailed information about symptoms, causes and treatment expectations.
Clinical Director
A Renewed Mind Behavioral Health
09.2018 - 02.2022
- Interacted effectively with clinical staff and patients by using active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Facilitate hiring of qualified Behavioral Health personnel by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for employment.
- Analyzed data on clinical outcomes to identify trends in patient populations, informing decisions on targeted interventions or program adjustments as needed.
- Responsible for Implementation and oversight of grants and MOAs
- Facilitate weekly/monthly team meetings and trainings.
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Mentored 20-30 staff members through professional development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Streamlined clinical operations for improved efficiency and reduced costs.
Military Family Life Counselor
MHN Government Services
04.2016 - 12.2019
- Provides short-term, situational, problem-solving, 'walk-around' life counseling services to active duty military members serving in all branches of military, as well as National Guard and Reserves, and family members.
- Offered guidance for military spouses seeking employment or educational opportunities while navigating frequent moves and separations from service member partners.
- Implemented daily individual and group counseling sessions for military personnel, addressing mental health, stress management, and relationship issues.
- Promoted positive mental health among service members and families by providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs.
Behavior Specialist
Mount Clemens Community Schools
03.2017 - 08.2018
- Program Development of Social Emotional Learning for students (K-5).
- Evaluated the effectiveness of behavior interventions using data-driven approaches, making adjustments as needed to ensure success.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to maximize desired behavior and educational outcomes.
- Informed parents of evaluation methods used to guide instruction and document progress.
- Developed social skills curricula tailored to individual student needs, enhancing peer interactions and fostering positive relationships.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions targeting social-emotional skill development among students experiencing social difficulties in school settings.
Intensive In-Home Team Leader
Family First Community Services, LLC
03.2006 - 10.2016
- IIH-TL responsible for development of Treatment Plans and interventions utilized with each family. Facilitated and supervised case management, assessment, therapy, and crisis intervention services.
- Conducted and monitored home, school, and community-based visits to advocate and train professionals on evidenced-based interventions to implement that are client-centered.
- Conducted weekly staffing and monthly supervision with team members.
- Set performance expectations for team of 4, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
Substance Abuse Program Manager
Family First Community Services
03.2006 - 10.2016
- Clinical Supervision of 12-20 clinicians as required by licensing boards, State Definition, Medicaid Standards, and counseling of individuals with substance use/ mental health (co-occurring disorders)
- Recruitment, Training, Evaluating, and implementation of Team Building skills for clinicians and interns assigned to the department
- Attend Program/Clinical Consultations with Court Officials, Medical Doctors, School Administrators, and other Management Team members to assess program status
- Create, Monitor, and Summarize program effectiveness through surveys and reports
- Program and Curriculum Development securing contracts with Dept
- Public Safety; Juvenile Justice, local Police Department, local School District, and local MCO and County Mental Health Dept.
- Spearhead marketing strategies promoting agencies vision and efforts to support the community
- Advocate and support of individuals through case management, crisis response, attendance at court hearings, school meetings, and other community-based meetings
- Documentation Oversight: Screening/Referral Forms, Assessments, Treatment Planning, Community Referrals, Court Reports, Billing, Weekly & Monthly summaries, Authorization Requests, and Discharge Planning.
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
Counselor Intern
McLeod Addictive Disease Center
11.2008 - 04.2009
- Performed all clinical functions including: clinical lectures, group therapy, assessments, and family counseling
- Complete all record keeping in a timely manner
- Worked in both Adult Residential and Adult Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Programs.
- Performed 300 hours of supervised group and individual counseling sessions.
Education
Masters of Arts in Counseling Psychology -
Webster University
Greenville, SC01.2009
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC01.2001
Skills
- Microsoft Office (10 years)
- Electronic Medical Records (10 years)
- Clinical Assessments (10 years)
- Individual / Group Counseling
- Child & Family Counseling
- Mental Health/Substance Use Counseling
- Grief Counseling Certification
- Crisis Management
- Presentation Skills
- Program Development
- Team Supervision
- Staff Training
- Documentation And Reporting
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Grief Counseling Certified
- Alcohol Drug Education Traffic Certified Instructor
- Global Appraisal of Individual Needs Certified Assessor
- Foster Care Certified Trainer
- Ohio Risk Assessment Scale Certified Assessor
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Groups
- Missionary
- Board Member-First In Families
- Member: E.A.G.L.E.S. Women's Ministry
- Co-Founder: Daughter Of The King Mentoring Program
Timeline
Owner, Lead Clinician
Fleming McKoy Counseling, LLC
08.2022 - Current
Clinical Director
A Renewed Mind Behavioral Health
09.2018 - 02.2022
Behavior Specialist
Mount Clemens Community Schools
03.2017 - 08.2018
Military Family Life Counselor
MHN Government Services
04.2016 - 12.2019
Counselor Intern
McLeod Addictive Disease Center
11.2008 - 04.2009
Intensive In-Home Team Leader
Family First Community Services, LLC
03.2006 - 10.2016
Substance Abuse Program Manager
Family First Community Services
03.2006 - 10.2016
Masters of Arts in Counseling Psychology -
Webster University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
East Carolina University
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Grief Counseling Certified
- Alcohol Drug Education Traffic Certified Instructor
- Global Appraisal of Individual Needs Certified Assessor
- Foster Care Certified Trainer
- Ohio Risk Assessment Scale Certified Assessor
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
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