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Yajaira Arizmendi

Beach Park,IL

Summary

Dynamic Mental Health Therapist with proven expertise at Living Pono Counseling, specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, EMDR, and emotional regulation. Developed personalized treatment plans that significantly improved client outcomes. Adept at fostering team collaboration and maintaining client confidentiality while addressing diverse mental health challenges. Committed to enhancing mental wellness through evidence-based interventions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Therapist

Frontline Care Center
Round Lake Beach, IL
12.2024 - Current
  • Maintained client confidentiality by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations.
  • Operated biosound bed technology for therapeutic sessions.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive client assessments.
  • Utilized evidence-based techniques to effectively address diverse mental health challenges.
  • Provided individual therapy sessions tailored to clients' specific needs.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and treatment outcomes.
  • Educated clients on coping strategies and available mental wellness resources.

Mental Health Therapist

Living Pono Counseling
Gurnee, IL
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed personalized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and their families.
  • Maintained accurate client records using electronic health record systems.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development to enhance counseling skills and knowledge.
  • Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds.
  • Conducted initial assessments of clients to diagnose mental health disorders and develop treatment plans.
  • Led patients in individual, family, and marital therapy sessions.

Mental Health Counseling Intern

Living Pono Counseling
Libertyville, IL
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted intake assessments to evaluate client needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
  • Developed individualized counseling strategies to assist clients in achieving personal goals.
  • Documented client progress and maintained accurate records for compliance.
  • Engaged in regular supervision meetings to enhance case management practices.
  • Attended clinical staff meetings to review cases and strategize on treatment approaches.

Mental Health Counseling Intern

Mend and Heal Counseling
Antioch, IL
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Conduct initial Biopsychosocial assessments for diagnosis and ongoing assessments of clients to determine progress in treatment plans and mental health status.
  • Develop treatment plans for clients based on their mental health diagnosis and presenting problem.
  • Utilize evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
  • Participate in ongoing trainings to stay up to date on new clinical interventions and teachings to increase cultural humility.
  • Participate in weekly supervision meetings with supervisor.

Juvenile Crisis Worker

Kenosha Human Development Services
Kenosha, WI
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Respond to requests for service in a timely and appropriate fashion, providing services based on assessment of client’s needs.
  • Maintain professional relationships with all systems (schools, hospitals, police, others).
  • Fulfill program expectations in cases involving child abuse and neglect.
  • Fulfill program expectations in cases involving runaway and homeless youth.
  • Requesting temporary physical custody of children.
  • Make assessment of Family Adjustment, Mental Health, and cases appropriate for Family Support Programs.
  • Provide immediate dictation of crisis contacts and any additional documentation.

Registered Behavior Technician

KGH Autism Services
Deerfield, IL
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Work with children with autism spectrum disorder in clinic and home settings.
  • Work closely with Board Certified Behavior Analyst to implement ABA Therapy.
  • Provide 1:1 ABA Therapy to clients.
  • Use ABA Therapy to teach clients new skills, decrease problematic behaviors and improve quality of life.

Education

Master of Social Work -

Aurora University
Aurora, IL
12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology, Minor in Biology

Loras College
Dubuque, IA
08.2021

Skills

  • Microsoft Office applications
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Emotional regulation
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication skills
  • PTSD treatment
  • Cultural Humility
  • Anxiety management
  • Biosound therapy
  • Treatment planning
  • Client confidentiality

Volunteer Experience

  • Unity Point Outpatient Rehabilitation, Dubuque, IA
  • Dubuque Regional Humane Society, Dubuque, IA
  • Feed My Starving Children, Libertyville, IL
  • Northern Illinois Foodbank, Park City, IL

Language

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Certified Anxiety-Informed Professional - May 2025
  • Certified First Responder Counselor - Nov 2024
  • Licensed Social Worker - Aug 2024

Timeline

Mental Health Therapist

Frontline Care Center
12.2024 - Current

Mental Health Therapist

Living Pono Counseling
12.2023 - Current

Mental Health Counseling Intern

Living Pono Counseling
05.2023 - 12.2023

Mental Health Counseling Intern

Mend and Heal Counseling
08.2022 - 05.2023

Juvenile Crisis Worker

Kenosha Human Development Services
04.2022 - 01.2023

Registered Behavior Technician

KGH Autism Services
10.2021 - 08.2022

Master of Social Work -

Aurora University

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology, Minor in Biology

Loras College

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