Thomas Tyrrell
Newtown,Connecticut
Summary
Passionate counselor dedicated to improving lives of individuals and families struggling with addiction and other behavioral disorders. Caring supporter of recovering patients with guidance toward tangible improvements and relapse prevention. Attentively implements sound treatment plans addressing unique patient needs and helps attain long-term behavioral goals. Empathetic and compassionate approach resulting in effectively Fostering solid Therapeutic Alliances, Skilled in crisis intervention and promoting self-care, my approach has consistently improved treatment outcomes and operational efficiency. Through the use of Positive Psychology interventions have helped clients to recognize opportunities for change.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
Confidant Health
06.2020 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, creating an open dialogue about their experiences and challenges related to substance abuse.
Support Group Facilitator
Confidant Health
06.2020 - Current
- Tailored discussion topics and activities to the unique needs of each support group, ensuring relevancy and value for all participants.
- Assisted in the recruitment of new members by promoting awareness of the support group within the community through outreach efforts such as presentations and social media posts.
- Maintained confidentiality regarding personal information shared by members during support group sessions, adhering to ethical guidelines and organizational policies.
- Developed strong rapport with members by actively listening and empathizing with their struggles, promoting trust within the group.
- Improved member satisfaction with support group experience through consistent attention to individual needs and concerns.
- Collaborated with fellow facilitators to ensure consistency in approach and methodology across all support groups.
Support Group Facilitator
C.A.R.E.S. Family Addiction Support And Education
01.2017 - 06.2020
- Tailored discussion topics and activities to the unique needs of each support group, ensuring relevancy and value for all participants.
- Assisted in the recruitment of new members by promoting awareness of the support group within the community through outreach efforts such as presentations and social media posts.
- Increased member participation by creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for sharing personal experiences and emotions.
- Provided valuable resources for additional support, connecting members with relevant services and professionals when needed.
- Enhanced group dynamics by effectively facilitating support group sessions, fostering open communication and understanding among members.
- Supported new facilitators by providing mentorship and guidance, sharing best practices for successful support group management.
Managing Director
Pitney Bowes
10.1986 - 05.2024
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity accountability teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide growth objectives, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT05.2020
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Client Confidentiality
- Crisis Intervention
- Multicultural Competence
- Individual Counseling
- Boundary Setting
- Psychoeducation Delivery
- Therapeutic Alliance
- Assertiveness Training
- Individual Therapy
- Self-Care Promotion
- Empathy Development
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
Confidant Health
06.2020 - Current
Support Group Facilitator
Confidant Health
06.2020 - Current
Support Group Facilitator
C.A.R.E.S. Family Addiction Support And Education
01.2017 - 06.2020
Managing Director
Pitney Bowes
10.1986 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Psychology
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Bridgeport
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