Tracy Wheeler, MSW, LISW-S, LICDC
Sanford,FL
Summary
Ohio licensed Clinical social worker with 10+ years of relevant experience in community education and clinical counseling with individuals and group therapy in community behavioral health and substance use facilities, along with community collaboration, volunteer management and supervision of social work interns. Specialized treatment with first-responders, military veterans and individuals with co-occurring disorders. Additionally, providing services to children and adults struggling with anxiety and depression related to life changing events. Use of evidence-based practices and strength-based theories and interventions including EMDR, CBT, SFBT and MI.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Harmony Bay Wellness
03.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client well-being by developing personalized treatment plans and providing individual therapy.
- Implemented a diverse range of therapeutic modalities to address clients'' varied needs and preferences, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
- Strengthened communication between patients, families, and medical professionals by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care.
- Increased client satisfaction rates with empathetic counseling approaches that fostered trust and rapport in therapeutic relationships.
Outpatient Therapist
Recovery And Wellness Centers Of Midwest Ohio
09.2020 - 03.2023
- School-based and outpatient therapist for children, adolescents and adults; conducted thorough assessments for new patients, identifying appropriate diagnoses and developing targeted treatment goals.
- Prevented crisis situations by proactively monitoring client behaviors and implementing early intervention strategies when necessary.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Worked with clinical psychiatrist and primary care physician to review patient progress and update treatment plans.
- Provided crisis support and emergency care for patients.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Supervision of BSW/MSW interns, connection and collaboration of community agencies and resources.
Certified Alcohol Counselor
Avita Community Partners
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Improved client recovery rates by implementing evidence-based counseling techniques and treatment plans.
- Reduced relapse occurrences by providing comprehensive aftercare support and resources for clients.
- Enhanced communication between interdisciplinary teams, streamlining the referral process and improving client outcomes.
- Developed personalized treatment plans to address individual client needs, resulting in higher success rates.
- Strengthened relationships with community partners by collaborating on outreach efforts and increasing access to care for underserved populations.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
Prevention Specialist/CDCA
Recovery And Wellness Centers Of Midwest Ohio
07.2014 - 01.2018
- Reduced substance abuse rates by implementing effective prevention strategies and educational programs.
- Enhanced community awareness of drug-related issues through engaging presentations and workshops.
- Developed tailored intervention plans for at-risk individuals, significantly reducing relapse rates.
- Collaborated with local organizations to establish support networks for those struggling with addiction.
- Volunteer management.
SNAP Ed Program Assistant
The Ohio State University County Extension
12.2011 - 07.2014
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Increased participant satisfaction by regularly evaluating feedback and making necessary adjustments.
- Supported the development of new programs through thorough research and analysis of industry trends.
- Strengthened communication between team members by establishing clear channels for information sharing.
- Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GAMaster of Science - Social Work
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, INSkills
- Clinical Documentation
- Individual Therapy
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Post-traumatic stress disorder therapy
- Discharge Planning
- Developing relationships
- Crisis Intervention
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Team building
Certification
- LISW-S- Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervision
- LICDC- Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor
- EMDR- Certified
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Harmony Bay Wellness
03.2023 - Current
Outpatient Therapist
Recovery And Wellness Centers Of Midwest Ohio
09.2020 - 03.2023
Certified Alcohol Counselor
Avita Community Partners
01.2019 - 09.2020
Prevention Specialist/CDCA
Recovery And Wellness Centers Of Midwest Ohio
07.2014 - 01.2018
SNAP Ed Program Assistant
The Ohio State University County Extension
12.2011 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Georgia
Master of Science - Social Work
Indiana Wesleyan University
- LISW-S- Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervision
- LICDC- Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor
- EMDR- Certified
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