WENDY HIXON, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (MH16038)
Indialantic,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic Nationally Board Certified Counselor eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Deep understanding of both Police Work and Mental Health Counseling, with a specialization in trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Collaborative and team-oriented professional quickly establishes trust and rapport with clients. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Police education and training.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Wendy Hixon, LLC
Indialantic, FL
12.2015 - Current
- Florida License MH16038
- Preforms advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
- Leads counseling group to discuss topics such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
- Developed educational seminars and lectures for local community mental health centers and to community organizations to expand awareness of mental health symptoms and issues.
- Uses brain based Hypnotherapy methodologies to help patients during therapy sessions.
- Utilizes one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from anxiety to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Guardian Ad Litem
18th Judical Circuit Courts Florida
Melbourne , FL
01.2008 - 12.2018
- Appointed by the court to protect the rights of children involved in court proceedings and advocate for their best interests.
- Made independent recommendations to the court based on the needs of each child.
- Accountable for reviewing and maintaining records, interviewing the parties involved in each case, attending and participating in court hearings.
- Authored and submitted written reports to the court with recommendations that were in the best interest of each child; included recommendations for the placement of the child, visitation, and services that would be required by the child / family.
Volunteer
The Women’s Center
Melbourne, FL
01.2014 - 03.2016
- The Women’s Center is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization that was created to empower women and their families to achieve safe, healthy and self-sufficient lives by providing support, education, counseling, information and services
- Charged with front desk operations, receiving clients, handling crisis calls, and seeking resources within the community for client benefits.
- Engaged in community outreach to aid program mission centered on community support and enrichment.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocated for client needs and resolved roadblocks.
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Volunteers Of America
Cocoa, FL
03.2013 - 12.2015
- Delivered client assessments for Veterans struggling with homelessness and related issues, then implemented strategies based on client needs.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
Board Member
City of Melbourne Architectural Review Board
Melbourne, FL
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Charged with reviewing exterior improvements to properties and new residential developments in the Melbourne Downtown Community Redevelopment Area, Old Eau Gallie Riverfront Community Redevelopment Area, and the Babcock Street Community Redevelopment Area; improvements included signage, building modifications, and color changes.
- Developed and encouraged public relations between City board and community.
- Ensured compliance with city ordinances.
- Oversaw land use development applications.
- Participated in public board and committee meetings.
Police Detective / Police Officer / Field Training Officer / Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer
FORT PIERCE
FORT PIERCE, FL
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Charged with handling emergency situations, responding to citizens complaints and requests for information and services, and striving to ensure the safety and security of the citizenry.
- Acted in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Processed numerous crime scenes; collected evidence and testified in court.
- Provided expert witness testimony in numerous court cases.
- Gathered and analyzed data for studies and reports; made recommendations based on findings.
- Accountable for supervising and training new officers and staff members, conducting Lie Detector Operations.
- Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer tests, preparing and executing arrest warrants, and responding to all inquiries from the general public in a prompt and professional manner.
- Worked on covert and overt investigations in collaboration with government agencies that included the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the US Secret Service, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, and the Alabama Bureau of Investigation.
- Utilized a crime-mapping program in coordination with members of the city staff and other public agencies and private organizations.
- Represented the city at city council meetings and neighborhood meetings, workshops, and public information meetings.
- Taught Use of Force classes.
Police Officer
Sylacauga Police Department
Sylacauga, AL
01.1994 - 12.1996
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information.
- Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
Education
Masters in Clinical Counseling -
Webster University
St Louis, MO 09.2013 - 12.2015
Bachelor’s Degree - Legal Studies
Barry University
Miami, FL 09.1998 - 05.2001
Certified Police Officer - Law Enforcement
Northeast Alabama Police Academy
Jacksonville, AL 05.1994 - 08.1994
Certified Police Officer - Law Enforcement
Brevard Community College
Palm Bay, FL 05.1991 - 12.1991
Skills
- Successful hypnotherapist
- Crisis Intervention
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) expert
- Group psychotherapy expert
- Expertise in crisis intervention techniques
- Trained in indicators of child abuse
- PTSD specialist
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder proficiency
- Facilitating counseling sessions
- Individual and group counseling
- Strong public speaker
Websites
Associations
- Member American Psychological Association
- Member American Mental Health Counselors Association
- Member Florida Mental Health Counselors Association
- Member / Past Board Member Space Coast Mental Health Counselors Association
Timeline
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Wendy Hixon, LLC
12.2015 - Current
Volunteer
The Women’s Center
01.2014 - 03.2016
Masters in Clinical Counseling -
Webster University
09.2013 - 12.2015
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Volunteers Of America
03.2013 - 12.2015
Guardian Ad Litem
18th Judical Circuit Courts Florida
01.2008 - 12.2018
Board Member
City of Melbourne Architectural Review Board
01.2007 - 01.2012
Bachelor’s Degree - Legal Studies
Barry University
09.1998 - 05.2001
Police Detective / Police Officer / Field Training Officer / Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer
FORT PIERCE
01.1996 - 01.1999
Certified Police Officer - Law Enforcement
Northeast Alabama Police Academy
05.1994 - 08.1994
Police Officer
Sylacauga Police Department
01.1994 - 12.1996
Certified Police Officer - Law Enforcement
Brevard Community College
05.1991 - 12.1991
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