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Tripat Grewal

Summary

Skilled Mental Health Therapist with a proven track record at Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, enhancing client mental health through evidence-based interventions and crisis management. Excelled in grief counseling and building rapport, significantly improving patient outcomes. Committed to professional growth, actively pursued continuing education to refine therapy techniques and client assessments.

Mental health professional with comprehensive experience in therapeutic practices, adept at fostering positive client outcomes. Skilled in individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment planning. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and consistently achieving measurable results. Reliable and adaptable with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, ensuring effective support in dynamic environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Therapist

Kern Behavioral Health And Recovery Services
03.2020 - Current
  • Assessed new clients thoroughly to determine appropriate level of care and recommend suitable treatment options within the community if needed (self referred, school referral, MET, PEC/MKS and KMC).
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
  • Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
  • Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by mental health issues.
  • Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
  • Advocated for clients'' needs within the broader healthcare system when necessary to ensure access to appropriate resources or accommodations during the treatment process.
  • Expanded professional knowledge through ongoing continuing education opportunities and participation in relevant workshops and conferences.
  • Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
  • Established strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans for clients to address specific mental health concerns and goals.
  • Coordinated care with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, and other relevant healthcare providers to ensure seamless continuity of care for clients.
  • Improved client mental health by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
  • Mentored new therapists in the team by sharing best practices, providing clinical supervision, and offering constructive feedback on their work performance.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health distress, ensuring safety and stabilization.
  • Strengthened family relationships through targeted family therapy sessions, addressing communication barriers and emotional disconnects.
  • Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
  • Provided assessments and therapy services in Punjabi language including Adults from other KBHRS teams).
  • Conducted STRTP, ICPC, Qualified Individuals assessments, in office, field, schools, home based and Youth Detention Center.
  • Conducted therapy sessions/collaterals in Punjabi language.
  • EMDR, and 5150 trained.
  • Receive individual, strategic and group supervisions.
  • Continue to attend trainings, and workshops to enhance skills.

Mental Health Therapist

College Community Services
06.2019 - 02.2020
  • Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
  • Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
  • Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
  • Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.
  • Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
  • Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
  • Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
  • Coached clients on effective coping strategies, empowering them to manage symptoms independently outside of therapy sessions.
  • Received individual and group supervisions.
  • Attend trainings, and workshops to enhance skills.

Mental Health Therapist

The Children's Center of the Antelope Valley
06.2017 - 01.2019
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to diagnose mental health disorders, laying groundwork for effective treatment (Children, and families) including referrals from schools and Department of Children and Family Services.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by developing personalized treatment plans tailored to individual mental health conditions.
  • Improved patient engagement with therapeutic processes through integration of innovative therapy techniques.
  • Strengthened family relationships through targeted family therapy sessions, addressing communication barriers and emotional disconnects.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health distress, ensuring safety and stabilization.
  • Mentored new therapists in the team by sharing best practices, providing clinical supervision, and offering constructive feedback on their work performance.
  • Improved client mental health by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
  • Assessed new clients thoroughly to determine appropriate level of care and recommend suitable treatment options within the community if needed.
  • Assessed and provided services to high risk suicide, rape, victims of crime clients.
  • Attended various trainings to maintain client care (TF-CBT, Seeking Safety, PCIT).
  • Provided parenting management.
  • Received individual and group supervisions.
  • Attend trainings, and workshops to enhance skills.

Business Manager

New Eagle Express, LLC
01.2007 - 11.2017
  • Oversaw financial operations, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • Drafted reports and documents to improve correspondence management, schedule coordination and recordkeeping.
  • Assisted with hiring process and training of new employees.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, leading to significant growth opportunities for the company.
  • Processed vital documentation, completed forms and obtained appropriate insurance verification and authorization for services.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Mental Health Therapist

Valley Community Counseling Services
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Assessed new clients thoroughly to determine appropriate level of care and recommend suitable treatment options within the community if needed.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans for clients to address specific mental health concerns and goals.
  • Improved client mental health by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health distress, ensuring safety and stabilization.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Established strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity.
  • Expanded professional knowledge through ongoing continuing education opportunities and participation in relevant workshops and conferences.
  • Received individual and group supervisions.
  • Attend trainings, and workshops to enhance skills.

Mental Health Practicum Trainee

Fresno Family Counseling Center
09.2013 - 09.2014
  • Sought out opportunities for additional learning experiences beyond required coursework, increasing expertise within chosen field of study.
  • Contributed to a highly productive work environment through consistent punctuality, organization, and initiative.
  • Provided individual therapy to adults, teens/adolescent, family therapy, couples therapy and group therapy.
  • Facilitated anger management, parents and co-parenting group therapy requested by clients and court order services.
  • Diagnosed clients using DSM-IV-TR.
  • Maintained case load of approximately 12-14 clients.
  • Assessed clients, developed treatment plans, interventions, and behavior modification plans.
  • Collaborated with fellow trainees on group projects, fostering teamwork and effective communication.
  • Identified areas for improvement in personal performance based on constructive feedback from supervisors, resulting in continued professional growth.
  • Built strong relationships with peers and mentors through open communication and active engagement during all aspects of the training program.
  • Developed and conducted workshops to improve trainee skills and understanding of industry practices.
  • Gained a comprehensive understanding of company culture and values, allowing for effective integration into the workplace environment.
  • Received supervisions.
  • Attend trainings, and workshops to enhance skills.

Education

Master of Science - Counseling Specialization in MFT

California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA
08-2014

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
07-2009

High School Diploma -

Tokay High School
Lodi, CA
05-2004

Skills

  • Grief counseling
  • Suicide prevention
  • Individual counseling
  • Self-harm prevention
  • Child and adolescent therapy
  • Marriage and family therapy
  • Psychotherapy techniques
  • Crisis intervention
  • Clinical documentation
  • Building rapport
  • Discharge planning
  • Treatment Planning
  • Professional networking
  • Tracking client progress
  • Client assessment
  • Safety and risk assessments
  • Evidence-based therapy

Languages

Hindi
Professional Working
Punjabi
Full Professional

Timeline

Mental Health Therapist

Kern Behavioral Health And Recovery Services
03.2020 - Current

Mental Health Therapist

College Community Services
06.2019 - 02.2020

Mental Health Therapist

The Children's Center of the Antelope Valley
06.2017 - 01.2019

Mental Health Therapist

Valley Community Counseling Services
09.2016 - 06.2017

Mental Health Practicum Trainee

Fresno Family Counseling Center
09.2013 - 09.2014

Business Manager

New Eagle Express, LLC
01.2007 - 11.2017

Master of Science - Counseling Specialization in MFT

California State University, Fresno

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

California State University, Sacramento

High School Diploma -

Tokay High School
Tripat Grewal