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OVERVIEW:Strong background and record of success in working with and supporting individuals with substance abuse issues, creating client centered strategies, and providing support on the road to recovery.Collaborate effectively with healthcare and law enforcement professionals regarding substance abuse patients and mentally disabled.Provide prominent level of motivation, support, and compassion to patients with a wide range of conditions and cultural diversities.Strong background knowledge in psychiatric and psychological disciplines, including practical applications surrounding AOD abuse.Recognized as a calm, poised, and positive professional who introduces creative strategies for therapy.SPECIALIZED SKILLS SUMMARY:Compassionate Inquiry Certified, DBT Certified CounselorD/A Dual-Diagnosis Adolescent, Adult, Individual, Group, Family and Couples CounselingCognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, TIC, Mindfulness, Dharma Recovery, SMART Recovery, 12- Step Methodology, and Art TherapyCrisis Intervention, At Risk ClientsClient centered evidenced based treatment strategies, Mental Health Specialist with Personality Disorders, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, GAD, and DepressionAcknowledged for developing creative team building client experiences: Client built Recovery Garden at Knights Rd., Client built Recovery Fountain Frankford Ave., Holiday Door Decorating Contest Winners 2018, 2021 and 2022. Client Baking Fund Raiser at CATCH, and Client Lip Sync Contest at CATCH, Client 30-day Change Contest at CATCH, and Client Halloween Door Decorating Contest at River Park Hospital in 2008, and 2009.Master of Science in Psychology/ Concentration on Substance Use CounselingGraduated Magna Cum Laude, 2014Bachelor of Science in Psychology/ Concentration Addiction CounselingGraduated Summa Cum Laude, 2012Continued Education Harvard Medical School and Cambridge Health Alliance: Treating the Addictions: 3/15, 3/20, 3/24Membership: NAADAC Certifications: CPR Certified, Current FBI Clearance, Current Criminal Records in Pennsylvania Clearance, Current Child Abuse Clearance, Certified Compassionate Inquiry Counselor, Certified DBT TherapistLPC Exam in 2024RELEVANT EXPERIENCETherapist Per Diem 7/2024 to presentMalvern Treatment Centers Willow Grove, PAIndividual and group sessionsBiopsychosocial, Initial assessments, Comprehensive Client Centered Treatment Plans, Case Consults, ASAM, CSSR, Case Management, TX Court Documentation, PNAP Assessments and Reports, Referrals for HLOCInteract with POs, FIR Case Manager, Treatment Court, Dawns Court, and PNAPLGBTQIA Safe Space, Seeking Safety, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Art Therapy, TIC, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Relapse Prevention, SMART Recovery, 12 step Recovery, Dharma Recovery, The Matrix Model, MAT.IOP/OP D/A Therapist 3/2018 to 3/2024Merakey Behavioral Health Philadelphia, PA35 Client caseloadsIndividual and group sessions along with family counselingBiopsychosocial, Initial assessments, Comprehensive Client Centered Treatment Plans, Case Consults, ASAM, CSSR, Case Management, TX Court Documentation, PNAP Assessments and Reports, Referrals for HLOCInteract with POs, FIR Case Manager, Treatment Court, Dawns Court, and PNAPLGBTQIA Safe Space, Seeking Safety, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Art Therapy, TIC, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Relapse Prevention, SMART Recovery, 12 step Recovery, Dharma Recovery, The Matrix Model, MATPsychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor 4/2017 to 3/2018CATCH, Inc. Philadelphia, PAInteract with up to sixty consumers daily on an out-patient basis.Twenty consumer caseloads comprised of dual-diagnosis and CMIIndividual and group counseling.Initial assessments and treatment plans, case management notes, update treatment plans, release of information, functional assessments, and drug profiles.Collaborate with a team of four counselors, two psychiatrists, LPN, along with various other co-workers to provide quality continuum of care according to treatment plan.Counselor 3/2016-4/2017Green Ridge Counseling Center Philadelphia, PAWorked with children diagnosed on the Spectrum, ODD, ADHDImplemented interventions daily to help reduce poor impulse control, violent tendencies towards family members, and other issues described within the treatment plan.Worked closely with BSC regarding consumers progress and necessary treatment plan adjustments.Excellent rapport with consumers and their families.Treatment conducted and observed in school, home, and community settings.Dual-Diagnosis Counselor 5/2010-5/2011 Fairmount Behavioral Health Philadelphia, PAManaged and ran groups within the facility and tailored groups to the diverse clientele.Maintained chart notes regarding patients' involvement in group activities, ADLS, along with assessing mood and affect. Encourage clients in achieving short-term treatment goals.Interacted with up to 30 patients daily.Motivated clients to participate in daily activities while building their confidence in their ability to recover.Modified their perceptions and influenced changes in behavior through behavior modification tools specifically designed regarding the client's presenting problem.Established excellent rapport with consumers while using procedures to ensure safety within the facility, including restraint of patients, as necessary, to ensure a positive continuum of care.Diligently worked with crisis clients and witnesses to unit crisis through conflict resolution methods and techniques in handling triggers appropriately. Handle with Care certified.D/A Therapist /Psychiatric Technician 8/2007-4/2010River Park Hospital Huntington, WVPulled to other units which include, Pediatric Residential Sexually Responsive, Pediatric Acute Mental Health Issues Adolescent Acute Mental Health Issues, Adult Mental Health Issue, Adult SUD and Chronic Mental Health Issues, Adolescent Residential Sex Offenders, and Geriatric Mental Health Issues to preform similar duties. CPI trained.Performed daily rounds within core unit comprised of adolescent/residential dual diagnosis patients (ages 13 to 18). Worked closely with a group of ten patients on intensive rehabilitation and recovery strategies, based on the Level System.Conducted initial intake, including body searches, verbal, and written assessments, group therapy.Coordinated with psychologists, psychiatrist, and social workers on resources regarding the clients' progress during their incarceration along with their recidivism chances after acclimating back into society regarding specific nuances associated with each case.Psychiatric Technician 2/2007-8/2007Mildred Mitchell Bateman Hospital Huntington, WVCore Unit comprised of Forensics clients. (Level 5 keyed facility)Teamed with five psychiatric technicians, psychiatrist, RN, and LPN in a thirty-acuity unit.Maintained patient safety through completion of 15-minute rounds, collaborated in TX team review, court transport, chart checks, 1:1 and 2:1 assignments, NCI and restrictive intervention trained.References upon request.