Thomas Reaves
Speedway,IN
Summary
Founder and counseling business leader with experience building services from the ground up, guiding strategic planning, and overseeing budgets and resource allocation. Brings hands-on strength in community partnerships, referral networks, hiring, coaching, and policy development that supports ethical practice, confidentiality, and client safety. Known for turning ideas into actionable plans, improving operational efficiency, and managing change across clinical and support teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO/Startup Founder
Breaking Every Chain Counseling, LLC
Indianapolis, Indiana
03.2013 - Current
- Guided strategic planning for Breaking Every Chain Counseling LLC services and growth, enhancing service delivery.
- Developed strategic plans and objectives to ensure organizational growth and profitability.
- Established community partnerships and referral networks for behavioral health services, expanding outreach and access.
- Managed budgets, billing oversight, and resource allocation for counseling operations.
- Led hiring, coaching, and performance reviews for clinical and support staff.
- Built policies supporting ethical practice, confidentiality, and client safety.
- Negotiated and approved contracts between company and distributors, suppliers and other external entities.
Options Behavior Health/Arcadia, Corporation
IOP Manager
Indianapolis, Indiana
02.2023 - 09.2025
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve shared goals and resolve product and service-related issues.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Resolved customer requests and inquiries to enhance overall satisfaction.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Leveraged software and tools to streamline processes and enhance operational performance.
Therapist
Marion County Jail -Sheriff Office
Indianapolis, Indiana
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided individual counseling for incarcerated clients at Marion County Jail.
- Conducted mental health assessments during jail intake screenings.
- Developed treatment plans for inmates with behavioral health needs.
- Responded to crisis situations using de-escalation techniques.
- Coordinated care with sheriff office staff and medical providers.
- Documented therapy sessions in confidential correctional health records.
- Documented all interactions with clients according to agency policy and procedures.
- Monitored client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
- Maintained accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
IOP Counselor
Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center
Indianapolis, Indiana
02.2018 - 01.2021
- Conducted counseling sessions using recovery-focused guidance.
- Developed individual treatment plans for rehabilitation clients.
- Assessed the resident’s needs to tailor rehabilitation programs at Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center.
- Guided clients in developing healthy coping skills for managing stress and challenges.
- Monitored resident compliance with program expectations.
- Coordinated referrals with community service providers to enhance client support services.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans.
- Recorded detailed progress notes for each client session and case records.
- Created an environment that was safe, supportive, and conducive to learning for all students.
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Professional Interdisciplinary Studies
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS08-2007
Timeline
Options Behavior Health/Arcadia, Corporation
IOP Manager
02.2023 - 09.2025
Therapist
Marion County Jail -Sheriff Office
02.2021 - 01.2023
IOP Counselor
Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center
02.2018 - 01.2021
CEO/Startup Founder
Breaking Every Chain Counseling, LLC
03.2013 - Current
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Bowie State University
Bachelor of Science - Professional Interdisciplinary Studies
Jackson State University