Successful mental health therapist, with 8+ years of professional experience. Adept at getting to the root of problems and helping patients develop effective coping skills for different life situations, triggers and traumas. Well-versed in collaborating with teams of practitioners to positively impact patient lives with a comprehensive, patient-centered approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Level Therapist
Florida Therapy Services
Tallahassee, FL
11.2016 - 08.2023
Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
Communicated with school personnel, probation officers, psychiatrists, and other professionals regarding client progress.
Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
Maintained accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
Attended trainings, workshops related to current trends in the field of psychology, mental health counseling.
Participated in all MDFT certification, re-certification trainings and related activities to maintain fidelity to models.
Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
Psychological Evaluator
Optimal Psychologial Services
Alpharetta, GA
01.2015 - 12.2019
Conducted assessments of clients' emotional, behavioral, social and educational functioning.
Maintained accurate records of all client contacts, progress notes, treatment plans.
Provided psychoeducation about various mental health conditions to clients and their families.
Assisted in administering psychological tests such as IQ testing or personality inventories.
Provided guidance and support to family members regarding coping strategies for dealing with a loved one's mental illness.
Adhered strictly to ethical guidelines set forth by the American Psychological Association when working with clients.
Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
Collected information necessary for psychological diagnosis by interviewing, observing and surveying patients.
Education
Master of Science - Post-Masters - Teaching Online Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
02.2013
Master of Science - General Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
12.2002
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
12.2002
Skills
One-On-One Sessions
Intervention Planning
One-On-One Support
Crisis Intervention
Client Relations
Treatment Planning
Compliance Requirements
Family Therapy
Progress Evaluations
Client Confidentiality
Windows 11
Timeline
Master Level Therapist
Florida Therapy Services
11.2016 - 08.2023
Psychological Evaluator
Optimal Psychologial Services
01.2015 - 12.2019
Master of Science - Post-Masters - Teaching Online Psychology