Dr. Shayla Polk, Lcsw Email & Phone Number

Baton Rouge, LA, US

Irvine, California, United States

United States

• Facilitate evidenced-based psychotherapy groups: Psychoeducational, Skills development, Cognitive-behavioral, Problem-solving, and Relapse prevention treatment and support
• Provide the group with education regarding their addiction, relapse, and the recovery processes, and help them learn about healthy coping and communication skills, as well as how to build and establish a supportive.
• Help the patients explore motives, triggers, and warning signs for substance abuse they may not have been aware of by uncovering the root of addiction and helping them better understand the value of getting treated in.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

United States

• Evaluate students’ behaviors for a Louisiana Bulletin 1508 Evaluations or behavior-related services using response interventions(rti) across all settings to provide early, systematic, and appropriately intensive.
• Conduct systematic observations of students using a quantitative method of measuring problematic classroom behaviors through direct observations focusing on the frequency with which specific behaviors or types of.
• Coordinate change of placement evaluations aligned with IDEA for children with an Individualized Educational Plan(IEP). This includes changing the behavior-related services and placement of a student with an.
• Administer behavioral assessments for ADHD and behavior disorders to help children and adolescents understand and manage their symptoms, and secure appropriate accommodations for school and high-stake testing.
• Provide evidenced-based psychotherapy(CBT, DBT, CBPT) using a strengths-based approach, mindfulness technique training practices, and applied behavior analysis methods to address a variety of mental health issues.
• Participate in school level school building level committee meetings and academic and behavior related date review

Jackson, Louisiana

• Promoted social justice and empowered clients through advocacy to connect them with needed resources and opportunities
• Performed intakes, biopsychosocial assessments, evaluations, Medicaid/Medicare insurance certifications, and discharge planning
• Created individualized treatment plans focusing on realistic and obtainable goals based on the Medication Stabilization Model
• Participated in formulation of treatment plans regarding social services interventions, family interventions, and discharge planning
• Provided crisis intervention, and community-based referrals while continually monitoring progress toward treatment goals
• Facilitated group therapy sessions utilizing therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help patients cope with their mental health needs

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

• Worked extensively with substance abuse and the mental health population who had very limited financial and legal resources
• Documented patient care and medication compliance in clinical records according to agency guidelines and requirements
• Provided counseling for patients using motivational interviewing, education on problem-solving, and facilitated group therapy sessions

• Courses: Intro to Mass Communication, English- Freshman Composition I

• Conducted crisis intervention with child abuse and sexual assault victims and their families upon initial investigation
• Provided individual and group therapy, advocacy, and safety planning for child survivors of domestic and sexual violence
• Discussed domestic violence, sexual assault, safety planning, feelings, anger management, and other various topics related to domestic violence and sexual assault
• Provided direct services and evidenced-based psychotherapy intervention to children victimized by domestic or sexual violence
• Educated and linked clients and their families to community resources that addressed acculturation, education, medical and mental health
• Collaborated with community organizations to seek additional services for children who had experienced domestic violence and sexual assault

• Worked closely with a team of social workers and therapists to promote optimal emotional, social, and practical support for rape survivors
• Provided non-directive counseling and advocacy services to victims of sexual assault
• Responded to calls through a crisis line; referral of services if needed; appropriate referrals to other agencies
• Empowered survivors of sexual assault on the crisis hotline, in local hospitals
• Coordinated and provided the appropriate referrals on behalf of the victims of sexual assault as needed
• Provided crisis intervention, support, and psycho-education to survivors who were undergoing sexual assault examinations in the hospital.

Master Of Social Work (M.S.W.), Social Work

Activities and Societies: Social Work Student Association, Black Graduate & Professional Student Association, and LSU student chapter of.

Doctor Of Social Work, Family Studies & Interventions

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Sociology And Psychology

Activities and Societies: Phi Beta Delta Honor Society for International Scholars, University of Louisiana – Lafayette Honors Program.

Associate Of General Studies, Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

Activities and Societies: Student Government Association (2010-2011) Vice President (2011) Treasurer (2010)South Louisiana Community.

Doctor Of Social Work, Family Studies And Interventions