Kate Brookner Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles County, California, United States

DMH therapist providing clinical and harm reduction services to at risk high school students at a non-public school who have significant behavioral and emotional support needs. Conduct individual and family therapy services and case management to clients experiencing a wide range of issues including self-harm behaviors, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders. Provide psychoeducation on increasing relational satisfaction, effective communication strategies, and adaptive coping skills to support emotional needs, increase academic success, and improve quality of life.

Los Angeles County, California, United States

Provided therapeutic, Family Preservation services to families with open Department of Children and Family Services court case. Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings for each client to discuss their treatment goals, progress, and participation throughout services. Utilized play and art therapy interventions and provided psychoeducation on effects of trauma, child development, and healthy relationships. Mentored several incoming counselors to demonstrate clinical skills and ensure their adherence to clinical documentation and protocol. Worked as sexual assault advocate through 24/7 hotline for assault survivors and accompanied survivors at forensic medical examinations.

San Francisco Bay Area

Service up to 30 adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, primarily people on the autism spectrum. Develop and instruct educational in person classes in the community and virtual classes to assist them in increasing vocational, communication, and independent living skills using goal-setting strategies. Offer wellness checks, mentoring, and emotional support.

San Francisco, California, United States

Provided part-time case management services to housing insecure individuals dealing with both mental health and substance use struggles. Assisted clients with money management skills, obtain housing, and apply for financial assistance programs. Dispersed Supplemental Security Income and conducted wellness checks. Completed clerical duties and administrative work as needed.

Master Of Science - Ms, Marriage And Family Therapy/Counseling, Cumulative Gpa 4.0

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology, Cumulative Gpa 3.64

Activities and Societies: Teaching Assistant 2019 - 2020; Alpha Gamma Delta 2017 - 2020Minor: Sociology