Danielle Fischbach

 Extensive training and experience in community support and educational settings working with children and adults.

 Experience developing and delivering trainings in trauma-informed and evidence-based treatments.

 Skilled in conducting risk and trauma assessments, utilizing standard diagnostic tools, and designing treatment plans employing evidence-based practices.

 Cross-cultural experience working with marginalized groups in national and international settings.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE

 Licensed Mental Health Counselor

 School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor, All Levels

Additional Certifications in

o Impact of Trauma on Learning (Lesley Institute for Trauma Sensitivity)

o Student Support (Augustana University)

o CPI and SafetyCare o Psychological First Aid and Post Traumatic Stress Management o EMDR for Individual, Group and Trauma Response Protocols o Initial Teaching License from IBoEE o Certified Women’s Resource and Action Group Facilitator

Clinical Coordinator, Hanson Middle School, Hanson, MA

August 2021-Present

 Develop and direct “Transition Room” program providing psychological and academic support for students with social, emotional and behavioral challenges

 Provide clinical support and crisis intervention; assisted in development of district-wide crisis response plan

 Conduct individual counseling; develop and facilitate groups to address common issues among students such as anxiety, executive functioning skills and peer relationships

 Coordinate and lead re-entry meetings pertaining to students’ return to school and classes after extended mental health or medical-related absences

 Facilitate communication between the student and school staff, therapists, medical team, and other relevant stakeholders

 Establish working relationships with and maintain up-to-date information about community resources and connect families as needed

 Member of district ExSEL team which researches and supports the implementation of district-

wide student and staff social emotional learning initiatives

Clinical Consultant & School-Based Therapist, Wediko Children’s Services, Boston, MA

August 2016-August 2021

 Coordinate clinical services for approximately 200 students in K-12 therapeutic day programs

 Provide clinical consultation and trauma-informed training to a therapeutic public school serving students with emotional and developmental disabilities

 Deliver therapy utilizing culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed, and evidenced-based models

 Monitor progress and effectiveness of Individualize Education Plans for students, and provide support in individual and classroom settings

 Design and present weekly professional development trainings on trauma-informed care

 Supervise clinicians, and master and doctoral interns

Outpatient Counselor, South Shore Mental Health, Plymouth, MA

September 2013-November 2017; Counseling Intern September 2012-June 2013

 Provided direct clinical services to clients with a wide variety of mental health challenges;

services include individual, family, and group therapy as well as consultation with other agencies, providers, and family members

 Evaluated clients using standard clinical and diagnostic tools to assess functional impairments,

psychological status, risk status, and trauma

 Presented psycho-educational materials at staff meetings on novel interventions, social systems,

and clinical approaches

 Trained new employees in the use of agency electronic medical record system, essential computer skills, development of effective treatment plans, and accurate documentation

Group Counselor, Germantown Neighborhood Center, Quincy, MA

April 2015-August 2016

 Designed and lead educational and therapeutic groups for women and girls on the topics of domestic violence, health and wellness, self-esteem, identity, and healthy relationships

 Composed reports documenting participation, feedback and outcomes of groups

 Provided consultation to staff on trauma and mental health related issues, and made individualized referrals to outside agencies for continued support and treatment

Teaching Assistant, Lesley University, Cambridge, MA

January 2014-May 2015

 Facilitated the educational process of 25 students taking Principle of Practices of Expressive Arts

Therapy and Theories of Counseling

 Led discussion groups, provided feedback and consultation on written assignments, led class in experiential activities

Educational Consultant, Benebikira Sisters Foundation, Savé, Rwanda

June 2012-August 2013

 Designed and led workshops on trauma counseling and expressive therapies

 Consulted on mental health cases, and conducted research in a clinical setting concerning expressive writing with genocide survivors

 Led workshops for teachers and students on written and conversational English skills

M.A. Mental Health Counseling and Expressive Arts Therapy, Lesley University, 2013

B.A. Psychology with Honors, English, Secondary Education Licensure, Coe College, 2010