Veronica Clark LCSW
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Director with a proven track record in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and behavioral health program leadership. Experienced in developing and overseeing clinical services, supervising multidisciplinary teams, and implementing evidence-based treatment approaches that improve client outcomes. Skilled in building strategic partnerships and coordinating comprehensive care across outpatient, IDD, RBT, child welfare, and community mental health settings. Provides individual, couples, family, and grief counseling services, helping clients navigate relationship challenges, loss, trauma, life transitions, and emotional distress. Dedicated to fostering resilience, emotional well-being, and positive life outcomes for children and adolescents in foster care, as well as individuals and families facing complex behavioral health challenges.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Director
LRC Vision of Hope / MY Group EAP/Group Home
03.2024 - Current
- Provide executive clinical oversight for IDD services, outpatient therapy, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
- Supervise and mentor clinical staff, ensuring high-quality, ethical, and compliant service delivery.
- Oversee comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, and individualized treatment planning.
- Deliver direct therapy using CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches.
- Lead crisis intervention efforts, including management of suicidal ideation and high-risk behaviors.
- Coordinate care with community partners, healthcare providers, and support systems.
- Develop and implement program policies, quality assurance measures, and service expansion strategies.
- Provide EAP support addressing workplace stress, mental health, and substance use concerns.
- Provide therapy to different group homes and day treatment centers
- Clinical Supervisor for RBT services
Therapist
Center for Emotional Health (CEH)
Charlotte, NC
11.2020 - 03.2025
- Provide outpatient therapy for children, adolescents, and adults using CBT, DBT, and EMDR.
- Conduct clinical assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning.
- Deliver individual, family, and couples therapy.
- Manage crisis cases and provide safety planning.
- Maintain documentation and monitor client progress.
Team Lead, Intensive In-Home Services
Supported, Inc.
Gastonia, NC
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Supervised a 3-member clinical team supporting high-risk families.
- Provided therapy and crisis intervention using CBT and ESFT.
- Improved family functioning and engagement.
- Coordinated care plans and ensured compliance.
Intern Therapist
Anuvia Prevention & Recovery Center
Charlotte, NC
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Delivered individual and group therapy in residential and detox settings to support client recovery.
- Performed assessments and crisis interventions to address immediate client needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to improve care delivery and client outcomes.
Program Director BSW
Safehaven Family Services, LLC
Charlotte, NC
01.2007 - 01.2019
Senior Social Worker (Permanency Planning CPS) BSW
Mecklenburg County DSS – Youth & Family Services
Charlotte, NC
01.2003 - 01.2007
Instructor Adult Education / IDD Specialist BSW
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC
01.2001 - 01.2003
Outreach Coordinator / Contract Reviewer BSW
Jones County Smart Start
NC
04.1996 - 01.2003
School Social Worker BSW
Craven County Schools
New Bern, NC
01.1996 - 01.2001
Education
Masters in Social Work - MSW
Fordham University
Bronx NY08-2019
Bachelor in Social Work - BSW
East Carolina University
Greenville NC07-1996
Associate Degree -
Craven Community College
New Bern NC05-1994
Skills
- Supervision leadership
- Program development
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis intervention
- Integrated Care Models
- CBT
- DBT
- EMDR
- Child & Adolescent Mental Health
- Family Therapy Approaches
- Substance Use Treatment
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Specialize with children in foster care system
Websites
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), NC, Licensed Clinical Substance Abuse Associate (LCASA)
Special Initiatives
Creator, 'I Can, Yes I Can' Empowerment Program, 2015, Therapeutic program supporting foster youth with self-esteem and resilience.
Timeline
Clinical Director
LRC Vision of Hope / MY Group EAP/Group Home
03.2024 - Current
Therapist
Center for Emotional Health (CEH)
11.2020 - 03.2025
Team Lead, Intensive In-Home Services
Supported, Inc.
11.2019 - 11.2020
Intern Therapist
Anuvia Prevention & Recovery Center
01.2019 - 08.2019
Program Director BSW
Safehaven Family Services, LLC
01.2007 - 01.2019
Senior Social Worker (Permanency Planning CPS) BSW
Mecklenburg County DSS – Youth & Family Services
01.2003 - 01.2007
Instructor Adult Education / IDD Specialist BSW
Craven Community College
01.2001 - 01.2003
Outreach Coordinator / Contract Reviewer BSW
Jones County Smart Start
04.1996 - 01.2003
School Social Worker BSW
Craven County Schools
01.1996 - 01.2001
Masters in Social Work - MSW
Fordham University
Bachelor in Social Work - BSW
East Carolina University
Associate Degree -
Craven Community College