Owner/Therapist at Alchemy Counseling and Wellness (2022-05 – Present)
- Provided individual psychotherapy for adults and adolescents, fostering therapeutic alliances to address diverse mental health concerns.
- Engineered and maintained a professional website to enhance service visibility and client accessibility.
- Orchestrated all business operations, including marketing, advertising, and billing, ensuring efficient practice management.
- Assigned diagnoses using established criteria, identified client needs through comprehensive assessments, and developed tailored treatment strategies.
- Developed and maintained meticulous clinical records, including treatment plans, progress notes, and termination summaries, adhering to ethical and legal standards.
- Delivered evidence-based interventions, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to guide clients toward achieving their personal goals.
- Collaborated effectively with psychiatric providers, parole/probation officers, DHS workers, attorneys, and support staff to ensure coordinated and holistic client care.
Therapist at Houston Family Counseling (2020-12 – 2022-05)
- Managed a consistent private practice caseload of 28-34 clients, providing ongoing therapeutic support.
- Assigned diagnoses, identified client needs through thorough assessments, and formulated individualized treatment plans.
- Maintained comprehensive clinical records, including treatment plans, progress notes, and termination summaries, in compliance with professional standards.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to facilitate client progress and goal attainment.
- Liaised with psychiatric providers, parole/probation officers, DHS workers, attorneys, and support staff to coordinate client care.
Clinical Therapist at Discovery Behavioral Health Eating Disorder Residential Treatment Center (2021-04 – 2021-10)
- Facilitated group, individual, and family therapy sessions tailored to the needs of clients in a residential eating disorder program.
- Conducted comprehensive intake biopsychosocial and behavioral assessments to establish baseline client information.
- Coordinated and monitored family interactions to support therapeutic progress and family system dynamics.
- Provided crisis counseling and assessment, ensuring immediate and effective intervention during acute situations.
- Developed engaging and effective group therapy curriculum designed to address specific therapeutic goals.
- Led the therapeutic component of new hire orientation, educating staff on essential counseling techniques and protocols.
- Managed and coordinated discharge planning, ensuring continuity of care and post-treatment support.
- Completed utilization reviews to ensure compliance with treatment standards and insurance requirements.
Clinical Therapist at Freedom Place Residential Treatment Center (2020-02 – 2021-02)
- Delivered group, individual, and family therapy sessions within a residential treatment setting.
- Executed thorough intake biopsychosocial and behavioral assessments to inform treatment planning.
- Oversaw and monitored family interactions to foster a supportive therapeutic environment.
- Authored DFPS (Department of Family and Protective Services) and agency service/treatment plans, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Administered and interpreted CANS (Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths) assessments.
- Provided expert testimony as a professional witness in family court proceedings.
- Designed and implemented group therapy curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the client population.
- Spearheaded the therapeutic portion of new hire orientation, imparting essential skills and knowledge.
- Mentored and trained graduate student interns, fostering their professional development.
- Coordinated comprehensive discharge and discharge planning, ensuring seamless transitions to aftercare.
Clinical Therapist at Lonestar Behavioral Health (2018-11 – 2020-02)
- Maintained a caseload aligned with hospital census, providing consistent therapeutic services.
- Conducted group, individual, and family counseling sessions, adapting modalities to client needs.
- Performed comprehensive biopsychosocial and intake assessments to guide therapeutic interventions.
- Facilitated patient care coordination and managed discharge planning processes.
- Supervised student interns and trained new hires, contributing to team development.
- Actively participated in daily multidisciplinary treatment team and clinical meetings, offering valuable clinical insights.
- Managed and finalized court documentation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Counselor at Copperfield Counseling and Psychotherapy (2018-10 – 2020-06)
- Executed marketing and advertising strategies to promote counseling services.
- Provided individual, group, and couples counseling sessions, addressing a spectrum of client concerns.
- Managed and maintained client documentation and information with strict confidentiality.
- Diagnosed client conditions based on comprehensive assessments and session observations.
- Consulted and communicated effectively with other health professionals to ensure integrated client care.
Masters Level Counseling Intern at Hope's Door New Beginning Center (2018-01 – 2018-08)
- Managed and maintained a caseload of 12-15 individual clients, providing consistent therapeutic support.
- Conducted individual, group, adolescent, and family counseling sessions, utilizing various therapeutic techniques.
- Administered and interpreted intake assessments to evaluate client needs and progress.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic client care and treatment planning.
- Developed service plans meticulously tailored to identified client needs and therapeutic objectives.
Practicum Counselor at Counseling and Human Development Center (2017-08 – 2017-12)
- Delivered individual counseling sessions to community and student clients.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations under the guidance of experienced supervisors.
- Formulated client treatment plans and documented case notes accurately.
- Scored and interpreted assessments to inform therapeutic interventions.
