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Tracy Allen

Canton,MI

Summary

Mental health professional prepared to bring compassion and expertise to therapeutic settings. Proven ability to develop tailored treatment strategies and foster client progress. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable support for both clients and team members. Skilled in active listening and empathetic communication.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Therapist

Presence of Mind Counseling
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided individual therapy sessions to clients ages 3-65 years with various mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and trauma
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine appropriate treatment plans for clients based on their specific needs and goals
  • Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices
  • Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards
  • Regularly evaluated client progress through ongoing assessment measures, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to optimize outcomes
  • Educated clients about coping strategies and self-care techniques to enhance their overall well-being outside of therapy sessions
  • Managed a caseload of 55-60 clients while maintaining an average attendance rate of over 75%

Youth Therapist

Zepf Center
10.2017 - 06.2024
  • Conducted intake/diagnostic assessments and updates for children and youth
  • Maintained clinical responsibility for individual, family, and/or group counseling of children and youth clients with SED diagnosis.
  • Developed, revised, implemented, and monitored the Individual Service Plans, in cooperation with the client, family, and treatment team participants that addresses the client's needs.
  • Facilitated referrals to appropriate internal and/or external resources when indicated.
  • Maintained clinical records and reports according to agency standards.
  • Consulted and collaborated with other youth-serving interdisciplinary staff, as needed.
  • Adhered to ethical and legal standards of professional practice per state, professional, agency, and regulating standards.
  • Kept current with trends and developments related to essential job competencies and demonstrates continued growth.
  • Maintained high confidentiality standards and, with client consent, completes client Authorization to Disclose Form in accordance to professional standards of practice, when applicable.

Assessment Clinician

Universal Health Solutions/Arrowhead Behavioral Health
07.2017 - 01.2018
  • Performed mental health and chemical dependency assessments for adults in a hospital environment.
  • Provided crisis counseling as needed.
  • Assisted clients with referrals when necessary.
  • Communicated client needs to doctors in order to determine appropriate level of care.
  • Verified and pre certified insurance benefits.
  • Answered phone calls from healthcare facilities in order to schedule assessments, and provide program information.

Residential Team Leader

Harbor Behavioral Health (Formerly Behavioral Connections of Wood County)
10.2014 - 07.2017
  • Managed small team of employees
  • Maintained Employee Schedule
  • Planned and Facilitated monthly client and staff meetings
  • Completed regular Residential Support Staff duties
  • Communicated regularly with all management staff, treatment team members, and HUD property manager providing specific information and observations to communicate client needs and preferences
  • Maintained knowledge of individualized care plan for residents and provided support to residents per care plan
  • Organized and implemented recreational/educational activities

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern

Renewed Hope Christian Counseling
11.2015 - 11.2016
  • Provided Equine Assisted Therapy, play therapy, and counseling to individuals between the ages of 5- 65 years.
  • Co-facilitated group counseling during summer day camp programs.
  • Created and assembled counseling games for use in sessions.
  • Participated in weekly supervision with site supervisor.
  • Completed required documentation after each counseling session.
  • Participated in fundraising activities for connected non- profit organization to help provide scholarships for clients in need.

Residential Support Specialist

Behavioral Connections of Wood County
08.2007 - 10.2014
  • Provided support and assistance for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.
  • Supervised self-administration of medication
  • Maintained accurate and complete records
  • Used prescribed safety and infection control procedures in all job responsibilities
  • Transported clients for scheduled appointments and shopping
  • Completed regular trainings and participated in development programs to renew certifications, improve skills, and gain knowledge
  • Demonstrated competence in the areas of crisis evaluation and intervention, documentation and recordkeeping, confidentiality and ethical issues, special population including geriatrics and dual diagnosis, and computer literacy.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
11.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Bowling Green State University
12.2003

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (9 years)
  • Intake
  • Experience with children
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Safety plans
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Individual / Group Counseling

Certification


  • Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor 6401224736

Issued January 2025


  • Ohio Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor E.2102218-SUPV

Licensed since April 2016, expires April 2027

Received Supervision designation in September of 2023.

Timeline

Mental Health Therapist

Presence of Mind Counseling
01.2024 - Current

Youth Therapist

Zepf Center
10.2017 - 06.2024

Assessment Clinician

Universal Health Solutions/Arrowhead Behavioral Health
07.2017 - 01.2018

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern

Renewed Hope Christian Counseling
11.2015 - 11.2016

Residential Team Leader

Harbor Behavioral Health (Formerly Behavioral Connections of Wood County)
10.2014 - 07.2017

Residential Support Specialist

Behavioral Connections of Wood County
08.2007 - 10.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Bowling Green State University

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walden University

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