CLINICAL AND TREATMENT-RELATED EXPERIENCE
"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves."
— Viktor E. Frankl —
FOUNDER AND CEO
ATLANTIC COUNSELING FOR EMPOWERMENT, PLLC
June 2022 - Present
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Lead clinician at Atlantic Counseling for Empowerment (ACE); an ethically motivated, industry-leading, and cutting-edge counseling and psychotherapy practice offering tailored and client-specific treatment that is culturally sensitive for individuals, couples, families, and groups
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Focusing on evidence-based, equitable, and inclusive care via a hybrid treatment model with both in-person and TeleMental Health services
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Specializing in solution-focused counseling and insight-oriented therapy with powerful results and positive, long-lasting outcomes
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Primary mission is “to help others help themselves and empower others to power themselves.”
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In addition to multiculturally competent counseling, psychotherapy, assessments, and evaluations, other qualified professional services include coaching, consulting, and supervision that embraces diversity
LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
GREATER THINGS, LLC
June 2020 - June 2022
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Private practitioner within a diverse and thriving group practice, offering individual, group, and family counseling
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Specialized in the counseling of bipolar and related disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, substance-related and addictive disorders, and co-occurring disorders
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Provided tailored, evidence-based treatment from a social constructivism paradigm, integrating cognitive behavioral therapy and reality therapy within a transtheoretical model framework
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Utilized a variety of counseling techniques and educational skills, including motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, 12-step-based treatment, mindfulness, wellness, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution
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Conducted a range of assessments to monitor and evaluate treatment outcomes, including the Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) Questionnaire, Flourishing Scale (FS), and Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS)
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Employed a practice management system, while developing individualized, solution-focused, and strength-based treatment plans, and maintaining efficient clinical records via HIPPA-compliant Electronic Health Record (EHR) software
PRIMARY THERAPIST
COMPREHENSIVE WELLNESS CENTERS
January 2020 - June 2020
Provided individual counseling at a research-oriented treatment center, specializing in substance-related and addictive disorders across the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) continuum of care
Conducted evidence-based treatment from a social constructivism paradigm, integrating cognitive behavioral therapy and reality therapy within a transtheoretical model framework
Performed a battery of assessments to monitor and evaluate treatment outcomes, including the Brief Addiction Monitor-Revised (BAM-R), Session Rating Scale (SRS), and Outcome Rating Scale (ORS)
Created individualized, solution-focused, and strength-based treatment plans for clients and their families
Collaborated across the continuum of care within a multidisciplinary treatment approach
Sustained systematic clinical documentation via HIPPA-compliant Electronic Health Record (EHR) software
FAMILY THERAPIST
LIFESKILLS SOUTH FLORIDA
August 2019 - December 2019
Delivered best practices with efficacious treatment in family therapy and counseling at a high-end residential facility and leader in the treatment of co-occurring disorders
Practiced from a social constructivism paradigm, integrating structural family and cognitive-behavioral therapeutic techniques within a Bowen family systems and transtheoretical model framework
Led therapeutic groups focusing on the Family Support Program and its principles of support, training, education, empowerment, and recovery (STEER)
Provided a robust recovery program for clients and their families, including a comprehensive family assessment, intensive family therapy, and transition to a lower level of care
Active in a collaborative and multidisciplinary treatment approach involving all levels and members across the continuum of care
Attentive and consistent communication with families, while maintaining fastidious clinical records in accord with all internal and external standards/policies
GROUP THERAPIST
THE LIVING SOLUTION
December 2016 - May 2017
Administered evidence-based treatment in group counseling at an addictions treatment center for men, while taking a multidisciplinary clinical approach in the provision of individually-based, tailored treatment
Approached treatment from a social constructivism paradigm, integrating cognitive behavioral therapy and reality therapy within a transtheoretical model framework
Facilitated process, therapy, experiential, and psychoeducational groups, while specializing in the treatment of alcoholism, substance/process addictions, eating disorders, and co-occurring disorders
Utilized a variety of counseling and educational skills, including motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, 12-step-based treatment, mindfulness, wellness, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution
Participated in all clinical team meetings and collaborated with the entire staff to provide highly integrated, competent, and quality care
Maintained detailed and meticulous clinical documentation in adherence with all internal and external standards/policies
PRIMARY THERAPIST
MANDALA HEALING CENTER
October 2015 - January 2016
Delivered individual, group, and family counseling, while conducting evidence-based treatment interventions at a premier ASAM level 3.5 facility
Specialized in addiction treatment with an emphasis on programs designed for individuals suffering from alcoholism, substance/process addictions, eating disorders, and co-occurring disorders
Satisfied rigorous internal and external standards regarding clinical documentation (intake evaluations, biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes)
Developed and implemented individualized and client-appropriate treatment plans for an average caseload of 8 to 10 clients and families
Applied skillful and fluent use of conflict resolution, relapse prevention, and crisis intervention, both from a counseling and didactic modality
Participated in daily, multidisciplinary case conferences and treatment plan reviews, while maintaining aftercare treatment plans for entire individual caseload
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
ATLANTIC PEDIATRICS
October 2014 - October 2015
Managed the day-to-day information technology operations of a thriving private pediatric practice, along with the maintenance of patients’ information, health records, intakes, and appointments
Facilitated the insurance claims process, while sensitively and ethically coordinating the exchange of patients’ information in accordance with HIPPA privacy and security rules
MENTAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM AND
INPATIENT PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES INTERN
MERIDIAN HEALTH
August 2013 - September 2014
Received clinical experience in group, individual, and family therapy, while providing counseling and psychoeducation to a diverse client population being treated for a variety of disorders and problems, including the following: adjustment disorders, co-occurring disorders, mentally ill chemical abusers (MICA), mood disorders, personality disorders, physical/sexual abuse, relationship difficulties, serious mental illness (SMI), substance abuse/dependence (SUD), and trauma
Trained in suicide risk assessment and crisis interventions, and gained expert knowledge in relapse prevention and post-hospitalization plans, including community resources and referrals
Conducted diagnostic interviews, biopsychosocial assessments, intake evaluations, progress notes, and process notes in both an inpatient and outpatient setting
Developed proficient skills in formulating individualized treatment plans and comprehensive case conceptualizations
Participated in weekly outpatient staff meetings and inpatient clinical review meetings, involving a collective analysis of program functions and individual clients’ progress
Participated in daily, multidisciplinary case conferences and treatment plan reviews, while maintaining appropriate aftercare treatment plans for entire individual caseload
COORDINATOR OF RESIDENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
THE SANCTUARY IN DELRAY BEACH
December 2011 - April 2013
Conducted intake evaluations and weekly client progress reports, while offering counseling interventions to residents of a clinically esteemed men’s sober living facility
Co-lead weekly interpersonal therapy groups, provided exclusively for residents and aftercare clients
Facilitated and helped to coordinate the residents’ daily scheduled activities, providing a healthy transition toward a more productive and balanced lifestyle with job/volunteer and community opportunities
Populations included clients suffering from substance abuse/dependence (SUD), mentally ill chemical abusers (MICA), serious mental illness (SMI), and co-occurring disorders, along with abuse and trauma