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Uchechukwu O Nwamu

Rialto,CA

Summary

Empathetic Clinical Therapist with extensive experience providing crisis intervention, psychological evaluations and psychotherapy services to children, adolescents and adults. Expertise in PTSD, sexual assault and other trauma-related disorders. Understanding and compassionate professional committed to performing all duties in accordance with customary rules of ethics.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Therapist

- Benchmark Transitions
07.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing personalized treatment plans.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through consistent communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, ensuring optimal patient progress.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health disorders and inform appropriate interventions.

Clinical Therapist

McKinley Children’s Center
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing personalized treatment plans.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through consistent communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, ensuring optimal patient progress.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health disorders and inform appropriate interventions.

Clinical Therapist

Prototypes Outpatient
06.2021 - 02.2023
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing personalized treatment plans.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through consistent communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, ensuring optimal patient progress.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health disorders and inform appropriate interventions.

Primary Therapist

Vista Pacifica Center (STRTP/IMD)
08.2017 - 04.2021
  • Improved client outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Enhanced patient progress by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, social workers, and case managers.
  • Increased client engagement in therapy sessions through the use of empathetic listening and motivational interviewing techniques.
  • Reduced relapse rates for substance abuse clients by providing comprehensive aftercare planning and support resources.

Autism Interventionist

The Carolyn E. Wylie Center
09.2014 - 05.2015
  • Improved student engagement by implementing targeted intervention strategies and personalized learning plans.
  • Reduced the number of students needing additional support services by providing early intervention assistance.
  • Enhanced communication between teachers, parents, and support staff by coordinating regular meetings to discuss student progress.
  • Streamlined data collection processes for better tracking of student growth and achievement in intervention programs.

Child Care Worker

B/I Group Home
04.2013 - 09.2014

Education

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy in Psychology

National University
La Jolla, CA
12.2017

Skills

  • Acceptance and commitment therapy
  • Child development knowledge
  • Existential therapy
  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy

Timeline

Clinical Therapist

- Benchmark Transitions
07.2023 - Current

Clinical Therapist

McKinley Children’s Center
04.2023 - 06.2023

Clinical Therapist

Prototypes Outpatient
06.2021 - 02.2023

Primary Therapist

Vista Pacifica Center (STRTP/IMD)
08.2017 - 04.2021

Autism Interventionist

The Carolyn E. Wylie Center
09.2014 - 05.2015

Child Care Worker

B/I Group Home
04.2013 - 09.2014

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy in Psychology

National University
Uchechukwu O Nwamu