Willinda Kavrik
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Seasoned Mental Health Counselor with 10 years of diverse experience in therapeutic roles. Skilled in CBT, TF-CBT, and creating personalized treatment plans for varied populations. Seeking a position that utilizes learned skills and teaches new ones.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Care Manager
Centene
Fort Lauderdale, FL
09.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for clients, enhancing treatment outcomes.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure comprehensive patient care and collaboration.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment strategies based on behavioral health assessments.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior staff on best practices in behavioral health management.
Therapist
Better Help
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Provides confidential, online counseling and therapeutic services to a diverse client base, utilizing evidence-based practices to address mental health issues and promote emotional well-being with BetterHelp.
Clinician
The Clinical and Forensic Institute
Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions for a diverse client population within a multidisciplinary team at The Clinical and Forensic Institute.
- Provide court ordered therapy for individuals including anger management, CBT, and CPT.
Outpatient Therapist
Invo Healthcare
Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Delivered individualized therapy to students, adapting sessions for in-person and telehealth environments to meet diverse needs.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to support student mental health and academic success.
Counselor
Country Club Middle School
Miami, FL, USA
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered comprehensive counseling services to students, encompassing individual, group, and family therapy sessions.
- Facilitated the emotional and social development of students within the educational environment.
Outpatient Therapist
Chrysalis
Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Administered comprehensive mental health therapy across multiple settings, including schools, homes, and via telehealth, ensuring accessibility and adaptability to clients' needs.
- Implemented a variety of evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), to effectively address clients' psychological conditions.
- Conducted detailed psychological assessments and collaborated with clients to develop tailored treatment plans, promoting measurable improvements in mental health outcomes.
Counseling Intern
North Park High School
Miami, FL, USA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Delivered individual and group counseling services to support at-risk students' emotional and psychological well-being.
- Facilitated family counseling sessions to enhance student support systems and promote educational success.
Direct Support Staff
His House Children's Home
Miami, FL, USA
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Administered prescribed medication and maintained a secure, nurturing environment for children in state custody, ensuring their daily needs were met with compassion.
- Facilitated transportation and managed essential household duties, including meal preparation and maintaining cleanliness, to provide a stable living situation.
Direct Support Staff
Arc of Broward
Tamarac, FL, USA
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Assisted individuals with special needs in daily living activities, including personal care and emotional expression, to enhance their quality of life and independence.
- Facilitated skill development in areas such as literacy and creative arts, contributing to the personal growth and educational advancement of clients.
Education
Ph.D. - Holistic Health and Nutrition
University And College of Natural Health
Indianapolis, IN01-2027
Master's Degree - Mental Health Counseling
St. Thomas University
Miami, FL01.2019
Bachelor's Degree - Sociology
Florida International University
Miami, FL01.2014
Skills
- Experience Working With at-Risk Population
- Experience Working With Special Needs Population
- Experience Working in a School Setting
- Telehealth Experience
- Inputting Data
- Completing Paperwork in a Given Time Frame
- Experience With De-Escalating and Conflict Resolution
- Good Time Management Skills
- Able to Multitask
- Good Communication Skills
- Work Well With Others
- Completed Trainings in Therapeutic Techniques Such as CBT, TF-CBT, LGBTGI, Parent Management Training, Post-Partum Depression, Play Therapy, Trauma, Suicide Prevention, CPT, Vicarious Trauma, Sexual Trauma and Risk Reduction, Understanding Substance Abuse
- Treatment Planning
- Active Listening
- Empathy
- Crisis Intervention
- Cultural Competence
- Documentation
- Psychological Assessment
- Medication monitoring
- Individualized service planning
- Stress reduction techniques
- Clinical documentation
Certification
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Active
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Timeline
Behavioral Health Care Manager
Centene
09.2024 - Current
Therapist
Better Help
11.2023 - 08.2024
Outpatient Therapist
Invo Healthcare
08.2023 - 11.2023
Clinician
The Clinical and Forensic Institute
07.2023 - 08.2024
Counselor
Country Club Middle School
06.2021 - 05.2022
Outpatient Therapist
Chrysalis
01.2019 - 01.2022
Counseling Intern
North Park High School
01.2017 - 01.2019
Direct Support Staff
His House Children's Home
01.2014 - 12.2014
Direct Support Staff
Arc of Broward
01.2011 - 01.2012
Master's Degree - Mental Health Counseling
St. Thomas University
Bachelor's Degree - Sociology
Florida International University
Ph.D. - Holistic Health and Nutrition
University And College of Natural Health