Victoria Mathson
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Forensic And Clinical Psychology
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Worked closely with families to support clients in their recovery process and strengthen relationships among family members.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
Masters Level Clinician
Forensic And Clinical Psychology Inc.
01.2022 - Current
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, ensuring immediate safety measures were in place for at-risk patients.
- Delivered high-quality patient care by conducting thorough assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapeutic support.
- Developed tailored treatment plans to address the unique needs of each patient and promote optimal recovery.
- Advocated for patients within the healthcare system to ensure access to appropriate resources and services when needed.
- Participated in case reviews with multidisciplinary teams to discuss complex cases and develop collaborative solutions for individualized care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and interventions.
- Provided patients with detailed information about symptoms, causes and treatment expectations.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through empathetic listening, clear communication, and timely resolution of concerns.
- Established appropriate course of treatment and implemented interventions.
- Served as a mentor to new clinicians, providing guidance on techniques, documentation standards, and ethical considerations in practice.
- Provided supervision to interns and practicum students during their training rotations in the clinic setting.
- Evaluated patient concerns, histories, appearance and responses to form picture of current health state.
- Developed educational materials for patients and families about various mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
Graduate Student Assistant/Grader
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
01.2019 - 05.2024
- Provided timely feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and deepen their understanding of course material.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Improved student performance by providing constructive feedback on assignments and tests.
- Assisted teachers in developing effective evaluation methods for better understanding of student progress.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
Psychological Report Writer
Forensic And Clinical Psych
04.2022 - 04.2024
- Reviewed, revised, modified and edited documents prepared by others.
- Enhanced report quality by conducting thorough research and data analysis.
- Maintained strict adherence to deadlines, successfully delivering reports on time without compromising quality.
- Organized materials and completed writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology.
Psychological Assessment
Psych Inc
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Offered psychological assessment services and diagnosed mental disorders for complex or unusually difficult patients.
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate psychological assessment tools, ensuring that each test was tailored to the specific needs and context of individual patients.
- Conducted psychological assessments and diagnostic interviews to accurately identify client needs and inform treatment planning.
Psychological Intern
Forensic And Clinical Psychology
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
Tanning Salon Manager
Electric Tan
01.2015 - 04.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Child Therapist
DR. Soward
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Consistently maintained detailed documentation of client interactions and progress notes in compliance with ethical guidelines and professional standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for each child.
- Developed individualized treatment goals by closely monitoring client progress throughout the therapy process.
- Improved parent-child relationships through facilitating family therapy sessions focused on communication and understanding.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by implementing tailored therapeutic interventions.
- Reduced behavioral issues among clients by teaching effective coping mechanisms and self-regulation techniques.
- Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
- Administered, scored and interpreted psychosocial examinations for assessment of different patient markers.
Education
Masters Of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX05.2021
Bachelor Of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX05.2018
Skills
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Counseling
- Public speaking ability
- HIPAA
- Mental Health Support
- Building rapport
- Behavior monitoring
- Psychoeducation
- Adolescent Counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Intake assessments
- Documentation And Reporting
- Individual Counseling
- Interpersonal Communication
- Data Confidentiality
Timeline
Counselor
Forensic And Clinical Psychology
01.2024 - Current
Psychological Report Writer
Forensic And Clinical Psych
04.2022 - 04.2024
Masters Level Clinician
Forensic And Clinical Psychology Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Psychological Assessment
Psych Inc
01.2022 - 09.2023
Psychological Intern
Forensic And Clinical Psychology
01.2020 - 05.2021
Graduate Student Assistant/Grader
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
01.2019 - 05.2024
Child Therapist
DR. Soward
01.2019 - 05.2019
Tanning Salon Manager
Electric Tan
01.2015 - 04.2020
Masters Of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Bachelor Of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
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