Dana Meadows Email and Phone Number

Responsible for providing mental health counseling, case management, and treatment planning to children and adolescents with neurological, behavioral and other clinical needs. Facilitates evidence-based individual psychotherapy and group therapy to children and families and completes both Autism and Feeding Team evaluations

Completed intake assessments to determine appropriate therapeutic treatment interventions for each client. Utilized CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Strengths Perspective and play therapy treatment modalities in individual therapy sessions. Co-facilitated adolescent DBT group and made appropriate referrals for client's continuing care and case management

Conducted initial mental health evaluations on clients admitted to the intensive outpatient and partial care program. Developed treatment plans and facilitated individual, group, and family therapy.

Oversaw complete mental health assessments of inmates. Developed treatment plans and provided patient education for inmates diagnosed with mental health issues. Referred inmates to most appropriate resources for rehabilitation. Facilitated group therapy utilizing Gestalt group therapy techniques. Coordinate efforts with a range of community programs to facilitate continuing treatment outside of the jail environment.• Functioned in the capacity of Supervisor for two days every week and during absences, due to recognized experience and knowledge of the entire operation.• Recognized for excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills.• Commended as an excellent problem solver who consistently recognizes, defines and resolves a broad range of issues.

Responsible for providing home counseling to children and adolescents using DBT/ CBT techniques, throughout Ocean County, New Jersey. Completed assessments, developed treatment and discharge plans for all clients. Communicated with families and caregivers regarding home care and implementation of parenting techniques, as needed. Referred clients to most appropriate services in the community for continuing care. Function as a very strong client advocate.•Earned more difficult or sensitive assignments because of capabilities with a very broad range of issues and family situations

Provided timely and professional case management to all Nicholas House clients. Completed biopsychosocial, strength and needs assessments for each client (upon admission), and developed treatment plans, interim plans, discharge plans, and other required clinical assessments. Attended to all immediate issues and emergencies. Supervised the house Program Supervisor and staff• Began as a Behavioral Assistant and promoted to Assistant Program Director (2006), and then to Residential Program Director (2007) because of demonstrated range of capabilities, and full knowledge of all aspects of the operation