Valerie Brown
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Dedicated Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a proven track record of fostering positive client outcomes through compassion, collaboration, and evidence-based approaches. Expertise in building strong rapport and adapting to dynamic environments ensures effective tailoring of therapy to meet individual needs. Experienced in crisis management, individual therapy, and family therapy for adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and emotional dysregulation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinician
Seneca Family Of Agencies
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Delivered high-quality therapeutic care by conducting thorough intake assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapeutic support using evidence based practices to individuals and families.
- Reduced conflict within families by implementing effective communication techniques and developing healthy boundaries, resulting in increased parental involvement through education on child development stages and parenting strategies.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies for families in distress, leading to stabilization and improved functioning.
- Maintained accurate client records while adhering to confidentiality guidelines set forth by HIPAA regulations.
- Continually developed professional skills by participating in ongoing trainings and staying informed about current research.
Marriage and Family Therapist Intern
Seneca Family Of Agencies
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided crisis intervention services following the Wraparound model for adolescent clients and their families, stabilizing clients during acute distress situations.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors for guidance on challenging cases and with interdisciplinary teams of professionals to ensure comprehensive care was provided for clients.
- Maintained detailed case notes, ensuring accurate documentation of progress and ongoing treatment needs.
- Educated clients on mental health disorders, helping them better understand their symptoms and available treatments options.
- Conducted individual and family therapy sessions to address mental health concerns and improve relational dynamics.
Private Tutor
Kaity Medina
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material.
- Coached and mentored students on successful time management, social, and emotional challenges of school.
- Coordinated parent meetings, discussing student progress and developing individualized solutions to areas of concern.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California
Santa Cruz, CA06.2020
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA2018
Skills
- Trauma-informed, multidisciplinary approach
- Thoughtful, detailed clinical assessment and individualized treatment planning
- Accurate clinical documentation in compliance with HIPAA standards
- Teamwork and collaboration through clear and consistent communication
- Training in evidence-based approaches including cognitive and dialectical behavior therapies
- Client psychoeducation and resource finding
- Suicide and self-harm risk assessment including individualized safety planning
- Crisis response and recovery
- Adaptability and flexibility to meet client's needs with consideration of personal skillset and scope of practice
Certification
- Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #144998)
Timeline
Clinician
Seneca Family Of Agencies
01.2024 - 05.2025
Marriage and Family Therapist Intern
Seneca Family Of Agencies
01.2023 - 12.2023
Private Tutor
Kaity Medina
09.2020 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Santa Rosa Junior College
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California
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