Jeremy Fusco Email & Phone Number

Dallas, Tx, Us

Mind Above, PLLC (Professional Limited Liability Company) is an outpatient mental health therapy practice that was founded in 2019 by Jeremy Fusco, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Texas and a U.S. Air Force Veteran. Fusco brings a diverse background to the arena of mental health to include working with PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Military, Veterans, Mood, Distress, Adjustment, and more.Fusco received his Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Southern California with a concentration in Mental Health and sub-concentration in Military and Veterans Services.Theoretical approaches to providing care include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Eclectic Psychotherapy. Often times, clients benefit from a mixture of theoretical approaches to provide a customized therapy experience that best serves their needs.Individual therapy, Telehealth (secure video sessions), Group, and Learning Engagements (Workplace Communication, Adaptive Thinking, Acceptance, Distress Tolerance, Anger Management, Self worth, Mindfulness, Self-care, Impostor Syndrome, etc) are available.Fusco’s focus as a therapist is to shine a light on your path to healing since the journey is yours and you deserve the credit for your success. This is accomplished from approaching challenges with strengths-based perspectives to further increase each client’s resiliency and empowerment. Fusco takes pride in focusing on what's important to you, realistic, and the meaningful actions to achieve above expectations.Remember: You are more than a diagnosis, more than circumstances, and even more capable than you know.

Dallas, Tx, Us

As CEO & Co-founder of Set|Ready, I oversee the implementation of support provided to military, veterans, and military spouses.Creative vision to create, develop, and refinement of services to ensure holistic support provided to participants. Ensures accountability to mission from highest levels and ensures best practices integrated in all processes.Our MottoWellness beyond the battlefieldGoalPreparing those who have served for their next mission.To better the lives of military, veterans, and military spousesWhat we believeS|R believes there are multiple aspects to a successful transition--mental health, physical health, financial, and social wellbeing.S|R embraces the diversity of military experiences, eras of service, and inclusion of all veteransS|R believes in the power of support networks and resources for military, veterans, and military spouses.S|R believes all individuals can contribute to the successful transition and wellness of veterans.What we doS|R empowers military, veterans, and military spouses through holistic support and coaching to ensure wellness beyond the battlefield.

Washington, Dc, Us

• Provided readjustment counseling services to Combat Veterans and their families in an outpatient mental health clinic. • Treatment of Mental Health concerns such as PTSD, TBI, MDD, Anxiety, Depression, etc. • Provided individual, couples, and group counseling. • Designed, developed, and implemented new psychosocial support groups and expanding service utilization in under-served veterans populations to include LGBT community, adaptive athletes, justice-involved, and peer support. • Established community access points for veterans to receive support in the community which they exist. • Partnership and collaboration with multiple entities to include Federal, State, Local, Legal, Law Enforcement, Community, Non-profit organizations, providers, education, vocation, and training resources. • Advocacy for veterans rights and support service integration. • Creation of unique events that provide community collaboration in joint effort to accomplish meaningful support of those in need including resource day events, benefits presentations, health advocacy with mental health pharmacy consultation, interagency connection/referral, external service knowledge pool. • Unified providers in and outside of VA to achieve best practices and opportunities for clients. • Worked with multiple community leaders and entities to expand awareness of services provided through Vet Center and the VA.

Shreveport, La, Us

• Managed and coordinated clinical functions of the Cochlear Implant (CI), Bone Anchored Hearing Aid(BAHA), and Audiology services to include candidacy, patient and family support, pre- and post-operation diagnostics, and long term planning for patients’ goals• Acted as liaison to patients and their families utilizing best practices as a social worker to advocate on their behalf with insurance claims, surgical services, device manufacturers, and specialist providers• Maintained productivity and clinic schedule for optimal patient care while remaining value-mindedallowing for maximum patient interaction and in-depth support• Navigated and simplified complex coordination with implant device manufacturers, surgeons,specialists, hospital staff, patients, families, and community resources to ensure patients given best quality of care• Identified, created, and implemented process improvements through service revision, adopting bestpractices, and making sure each patient’s unique needs are met with supportive guidance• Revamped workflow processes to streamline services across separate clinics and multiple outsideproviders alleviating work stoppage and delay in patient care• Provided education and guidance to patients, families, providers, in and out of network referral sources• Developed, planned, and organized community events and outreach geared towards patient populations with regional geographic influence• Researched and reviewed opportunities for expanding clinical practice and service capabilities

Shreveport, La, Us

• Managed catchment area spanning South Arkansas, North Louisiana, East Texas, & Southeast Oklahoma in 23 parishes & 22 counties• Oversaw implementation of Congressionally-mandated program that is grant funded by The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Rural Health• Liaison to VA Office of Rural Health for the Rural Veterans Coordination Pilot (RVCP)• Planned, developed, & implemented community outreach & awareness• Cultivated & maintained partnerships across community, commercial, public, & private sectors• Generated solutions for current needs, developed future planning, & ensured expansion• Created & implemented program policies, procedures, & service standards• Recruited, interviewed, & hired staff according to program needs• Provided presentations to providers, partners, consumers, stakeholders, & influencers• Ensured staff received support as well as appropriate certification & training• Evaluated programs to assess suitability & track outcomes• Worked directly with Local, Regional, & National VA staff in support of program• Advocate to service members to ensure proper support in transition from Active to Veteran status• Trained, instructed, & supervised staff in the areas of client generation, rapport building, client services, client accountability, resource procurement, & partnership development• Developed & implemented pioneering solutions to include telehealth through partnership & collaboration with commercial partners & the VA• Prepared & maintained required monthly/quarterly/annual reports• Maintained practices consistent with federal, state, professional, and organizational ethics• Supervised and monitored all program expenditures• Developed partnerships with community providers & agencies• Monitored & maintained client tracking system for progress, data outcomes, & quality assurance• Ensured HIPAA compliance, Privacy/Confidentiality guidelines, and Code of Ethical Conduct• Networked to connect resources to clients

Shreveport, Louisiana, Us

• Program Director of Adolescent Treatment Center• Managed staff & clients in high-intensity residential substance abuse treatment• Implemented program policies, procedures, and service standards; recommended revisions asnecessary• Recruited, interviewed, and hired staff according to program needs• Consulted with Human Resources for staffing needs and personnel issues• Ensured staff participation in required training• Conducted performance evaluations of staff and took corrective actions, if necessary, to ensurequality of services• Evaluated existing programs regularly to assess suitability, quality assurance, and qualityimprovement• Established and maintained relationships with other agencies and organizations in the community• Prepared & maintained required monthly/quarterly/annual reports• Maintained practices consistent with federal, state, professional and organizational ethics. Providedoversight of regulatory and compliance practices• Supervised and monitored all program expenditures to insure budgeting guidelines were met• Ensured that all contracts related to program were fulfilled according to the terms of the contract• Monitored and maintained monthly service reports and billing to ensure accuracy• Adhered to confidentiality guidelines and Code of Ethical Conduct• Networked and conducted outreach activities

Bossier City, La, Us

• Oversaw implementation of community innovations such as digital engagement (Social Media),Web/Teletherapy, media, and website• Conducted community outreach & public relations• Coordinated Information Technology services• Liaison to outside agencies and associations in partnership to benefit the community• Procured services, opportunities, aid & assistance for those in need• Promoted utilization of mental & behavioral health services• Worked to support reduction of stigma associated with seeking mental & behavioral health care• Advocated for clients & the community• Educated clients on use of technology for therapeutic services• Planned, conducted, and managed fundraising activities• Developed, designed, and launched website

Bossier City, La, Us

• Provided Mental & Behavioral Health services for children, adolescents, & families• Focused on Individual, Family, and Community relationships for each client• Worked as a clinician conducting behavioral health interventions and treatment

Shreveport, Louisiana, Us

• Counseled clients participating in high-intensity residential treatment for alcohol and substanceabuse• Facilitated group therapy sessions and men’s gender group• Compiled and presented education lectures on a regular basis for clients

Randolph Afb, Tx, Us

• Accomplished job counselor at the United States Air Force Basic Military Training• Provided motivational support to trainees• Conducted qualification processing & screened applicants for special positions• Oversaw Guaranteed Training Enlistment Program (GTEP) Release which required initiation ofseparation processing or reclassification to a new position

Randolph Afb, Tx, Us

• Developed lead generation strategies to increase awareness of opportunities and educate public on programs• Awarded Top Recruiter in Squadron (Gold Badge FY 2007), Top Enlisted Accessions Recruiter, Top Recruiter, and many other accolades related to production efforts and management.• Managed new recruits & provided initial instruction for transition to military life• Developed marketing & community awareness activities• Provided presentations to schools, organizations, and potential referral sources• Procured and maintained relationships with referral sources• Interacted with diverse cultural populations• Coordinated required services with governmental agencies for qualification processing

Randolph Afb, Tx, Us

• Missile Technician- conducted troubleshooting of mechanical & electrical components, repaired &replaced parts, ensured weapon system capable of fulfilling intended functions• Missile Systems Analysis- Oversaw documentation of maintenance, acted as liaison to externalagencies, provided work force improvement, implemented recurring maintenance scheduling &coordination, accumulated maintenance information for data analysis

Master Of Social Work (Msw), Social Work

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Health And Wellness

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (A.A.S.), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (A.A.S.), Electrical, Electronic And Communications Engineering Technology/Technician