Conduct individual and family TST counseling sessions with adolescent and adult family members in the home mostly, sometimes in other settings such as schools as well. Utilize databases such as Connections and PROMIS for documentation, being that these cases are mostly from ACS.Call in signs or reports of abuse.Conduct joint-home visits and FTCs with ACS.Complete Relias and ACS Workforce Institute trainings.Administer intake assessments and psych assessments.Diagnose mental health conditions based on DSM-V criteria.Utilize several therapeutic modalities.Create treatment plans.Utilize an EHR system to maintain timely and accurate documentation.Receive weekly individual and group supervision from licensed therapists.Case consultations.

Open Path Psychotherapy Collective is a therapist network that consists of both licensed therapists and therapists working towards licensure. Clients select whether they want their therapist to be a licensed therapist or a therapist working towards full licensure at a reduced rate. Thanks to this platform, I am a freelance remote/telehealth therapist.I provide remote, individual telehealth counseling, take notes, create treatment plans, bill, etc.https://openpathcollective.org/clinicians/karl-boromee/

As a Mental Health Counselor/Therapist at both the Brooklyn and Bronx locations, I did the following:Conducted psychosocial and biopsychosocial assessments which screened applicants for anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance (drug/alcohol) dependence, cigarette dependence, DV, and more.After scoring the assessments and writing the narratives, I’d determine applicant eligibility based on their results, as well as how often they'd need to attend counseling sessions with me if accepted.Provided individual and crisis counseling sessions for participants of all ages dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance dependence, DV, trauma, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, anger management, grief, loss, OCD, and more.Diagnosed the mental health conditions of program participants based on DSM-V criteria.Created treatment plans.Maintained timely and accurate documentation.Provided consultations and outreach.Participated in case consultations.Shadowed and cofacilitated group counseling sessions/workshops.Completed assigned trainings and readings.Received weekly individual supervision from an LMHC.

I was an Advanced Clinical Resident, who interned as a Mental Health Counselor/Therapist. Under the supervision and guidance of licensed therapists, I gained experience doing the following:Mental Health AssessmentsMental Health Diagnoses using the DSM-VLearning about and practicing multiple therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, and moreIndividual Counseling SessionsGroup Counseling SessionsLearning about mental health disorders/disabilities and their criteriaDocumenting via EHR System Therapy NotesConsultationsIntakesBilling clients with and without insuranceTraining SeminarsOutreachReceiving Individual and Group Supervision

Social-Emotional Counselor – Provided social-emotional counseling services with a strengths-based approach and trauma-informed perspective to support the needs of a caseload of at-risk youth, ages 16-21. Motivated and encouraged caseload to achieve personal and academic goals.Took on the following additional roles: academic advisor, college and career/vocational advisor, admissions advisor, parent coordinator, tutor, workshop developer and facilitator, etc.Quickly diffused/de-escalated conflicts, mediated conflicts, and collaborated with DOE admin and school security in follow-ups, behavior intervention planning, motivational interviewing, etc.Communicated developments to supervisors and admin during team meetings and worked with them to come up with initiatives and strategies to improve academic performance, increase attendance, and decreasing misbehavior.Life, social, and coping skills coach – Taught caseload time management skills, behavior management/conflict resolution skills, provided trainings for social etiquette development, dealing with loss, stress, anxiety, lack of motivation, etc.Data collection and entry – Created case notes to maintain accurate documentation of all interactions involving students and parents, all services provided to them, and tracking of their academic and attendance progress.Conducted daily outreach, intake interviews, and home visits when needed.Youth Advocate – Met with staff on behalf of caseload for things such as Summer school requests.

As part of “Project HOPE”, a contracted project funded by FEMA and governed by the Office of Mental Health (OMH), Crisis Counselors provide services around resource needs to help disaster survivors (in this case, Brooklyn residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic specifically) identify and access personal and community resources that will aid in the recovery process using a strength-based, community outreach-oriented, culturally respectful approach. These services included:Working with individuals, families, and groups to provide outreach, emotional support, individual, group, and crisis counseling, public education and psychoeducation, and referrals when necessary.Conducting crisis counseling sessions to help individuals manage and cope with changes brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, assisting clients in understanding their reactions, developing coping skills and strategies, and managing their stress and overall behavioral health.Assessing individual’s or family’s needs for referrals to additional social or mental health services.Setting up and attending community events to increase awareness.Distributing flyers, brochures, tip sheets, and web-based material to educate individuals and families.Collecting and recording information obtained from clients and inputting said data into the data system/case notetaking software in accordance with standard operating procedures.Maintaining timely documentation, including process notes and files, at the direction of the Team Leader.Participating in regular supervision and project supervision with an emphasis on ensuring participant satisfaction and program operation.Maintaining daily communication with assigned Team Leader.Completing daily contact forms in accordance with NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) guidelines.

Social-Emotional Counselor – Provided social-emotional counseling services with a strengths-based approach and trauma-informed perspective to support the needs of a caseload of at-risk youth, ages 16-21. Motivated and encouraged caseload to achieve personal and academic goals.Took on the following additional roles: academic advisor, career/vocational advisor, college advisor, admissions advisor, parent coordinator, tutor, workshop developer and facilitator, etc.Quickly diffused/de-escalated conflicts, mediated conflicts, and collaborated with DOE staff, administration, and school security in follow-ups, behavior intervention planning, motivational interviewing, etc.Communicated developments to CAMBA supervisors and DOE admin during team meetings and worked with them to come up with initiatives and strategies to improve academic performance, increase attendance, and decreasing misbehavior.Life, social, and coping skills coach – Taught caseload time management skills, behavior management/conflict resolution skills, provided trainings for social etiquette development, dealing with loss, stress, anxiety, lack of motivation, etc.Case management – Worked alongside Community School Director to provide services to my caseload and their families ensuring that they had access to necessities from the school’s pantry, gift cards, mental health counseling, driving school, devices, paid internships, etc.Data collection and entry – Created case notes to maintain accurate documentation of all interactions involving students and parents, all services provided to them, and tracking of their academic and attendance progress.Conducted daily outreach, intake interviews, and home visits when needed.Youth Advocate – Met with DOE staff on behalf of caseload for things such as schedule changes.Chaperoned in and out of state BAHS events such as college tours and museum trips.