Wanda Miller
DELAWARE CITY,DE
Summary
Results-oriented therapist known for implementing evidence-based practices to address mental health challenges. Strong ability to build rapport with clients and develop individualized treatment plans, ensuring effective and compassionate care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
VCC Services
Newark, DE
04.2021 - 12.2023
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to promote mental wellness and personal growth.
- Developed tailored treatment plans based on client assessments and therapeutic goals.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to address diverse mental health issues effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
Therapist
The Center for Child Development
Newark, DE
11.2017 - 12.2020
- Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to each child's and adult's needs.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques to enhance emotional and behavioral development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Conducted assessments to identify areas of improvement in child and adult development.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
Volunteer
Christiana Care Health System
Wilmington, DE
03.2017 - 12.2018
- Volunteered as a Patient-Advocate visiting with patients.
- Inquired about needs and complaints.
- Attended to social needs.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to assess volunteer impact on patient experience and program effectiveness.
Volunteer
Coatesville Soup Kitchen
Coatesville, PA
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Provided soup kitchen attendees with Community Resource Booklets, Tax Credit Info & Coloring Books for the children.
- Helped with meal preparation.
- Served and cleaned up as needed.
Volunteer
Wilmington Veterans Hospital
Wilmington, DE
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Assisted healthcare professionals in delivering quality patient care and support services.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
Social Work Intern
Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care
Newark, DE
09.2012 - 12.2013
- Conducted patient assessments to identify emotional and psychological needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Assisted in crisis intervention, providing immediate emotional support and resources.
- Enhanced the "We Honor Veterans Program"; and also established an arena for the staff to process their feelings of grief and loss.
- Documented case notes and progress reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of social work.
Education
Master of Social Work - Medical Social Work
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA12-2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Delaware State University
Dover, DE05-2006
Skills
- Grief counseling
- Individual counseling
- Case documentation
- Post-traumatic stress disorder treatment
- Relapse prevention
- Psychosocial assessment
- Research and evaluation
Certification
- CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) - 5/2004-10/2005
- Drug and Alcohol Certification - 2010
- Veterans Administration Reconciling Homelessness - 2012
- Veterans Administration Self Renewal in the Aftermath of Trauma - 2013
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
VCC Services
04.2021 - 12.2023
Therapist
The Center for Child Development
11.2017 - 12.2020
Volunteer
Christiana Care Health System
03.2017 - 12.2018
Volunteer
Coatesville Soup Kitchen
02.2016 - 10.2016
Volunteer
Wilmington Veterans Hospital
01.2014 - 12.2014
Social Work Intern
Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care
09.2012 - 12.2013
Master of Social Work - Medical Social Work
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Delaware State University