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I help parents with autistic and/or ADHD kids stop meltdowns without tears through love and connection. I also help ADHD adults find new ways to work with their brain, not against it.

Providing virtual therapy for neurodivergent adults and adolescents in the Carolinas. Neurodivergence-affirming and LGBTQIA+-affirming therapy for all. Trained in ACT, IFS, ERP, and adoption competency.

Provided group and individual supervision for LCMHCAs pursuing licensure. Reviewed clinical documentation to ensure compliance with funding guidelines. Filed paperwork with NCBLCMHC in a timely manner.

Provided clinical supervision for and training of student interns, LCMHCAs, and newly hired staff. Organized trainings and peer clinical support to maintain the quality of therapeutic services. Assisted CEO with internal documentation audits and development of new programs.

Provided in-home mental health and early intervention services to children ages 0-8 and their families. Used a variety of family-oriented techniques and approaches. Implemented behavioral plans when necessary. Worked with a variety of diagnoses and issues, including disruptive behaviors, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, attachment issues, autism spectrum, developmental delays, adjustment disorders, and parenting concerns.

Provided individual and family counseling for children and adolescents. Used a variety of interventions, such as art, play therapy, and sand tray. Developed and implemented treatment plans. Maintained records in accordance with Medicaid and other payer guidelines.

Responsible for overseeing clinical services for a community-based mental health agency serving children, adolescents, and adults with mental health and/or substance abuse diagnoses. Provided clinical supervision for community-support staff and mental health counselors. Provided licensure supervision for registered interns. Reviewed staff paperwork for Medicaid compliance. Provided staff trainings on blood-borne pathogens, crisis intervention, abuse reporting, counseling techniques, and Florida… Show more Responsible for overseeing clinical services for a community-based mental health agency serving children, adolescents, and adults with mental health and/or substance abuse diagnoses. Provided clinical supervision for community-support staff and mental health counselors. Provided licensure supervision for registered interns. Reviewed staff paperwork for Medicaid compliance. Provided staff trainings on blood-borne pathogens, crisis intervention, abuse reporting, counseling techniques, and Florida Baker Act. Attended treatment team meetings to provide clinical recommendations for difficult cases. Interviewed potential employees. Provided new employee training. Show less

Worked in conjunction with local Child Protection Team to provide counseling services to child victims of sexual abuse as well as their non-offending caretakers. Provided individual, group, and family therapy. Heavy emphasis on Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Maintained contact with community agencies involved in cases, such as Department of Children and Families, Guardian ad Litem program, State Attorney Office, and local Community-Based Care agencies. Served on a work group to… Show more Worked in conjunction with local Child Protection Team to provide counseling services to child victims of sexual abuse as well as their non-offending caretakers. Provided individual, group, and family therapy. Heavy emphasis on Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Maintained contact with community agencies involved in cases, such as Department of Children and Families, Guardian ad Litem program, State Attorney Office, and local Community-Based Care agencies. Served on a work group to create contact and reunification guidelines used by other SATP programs state-wide. Served on a work group to determine effective selection and hiring practices for sexual abuse therapists. Developed and implemented treatment plans and diagnosed clients in accordance with DSM-IV TR. Show less

Provided individual and family counseling for children, adolescents, and adults. Used a variety of creative interventions with children and families, such as art, sand tray, and play therapy. Worked with local Employee Assistance Programs and Community-Based Care agencies to provide services to clients. Provided reports as requested. Paneled with Florida Medicaid, Value Options,Florida Victims' Compensation, Georgia Victims' Compensation, Corporate CareWorks, and Compsych.Provided… Show more Provided individual and family counseling for children, adolescents, and adults. Used a variety of creative interventions with children and families, such as art, sand tray, and play therapy. Worked with local Employee Assistance Programs and Community-Based Care agencies to provide services to clients. Provided reports as requested. Paneled with Florida Medicaid, Value Options,Florida Victims' Compensation, Georgia Victims' Compensation, Corporate CareWorks, and Compsych.Provided child sexual abuse trainings to Nassau County, Florida and Duval County, Florida guardian ad litem programs. Provided trauma-informed care trainings to local childcare center directors through Early Learning Coalition as part of their Child Welfare Early Education Program. Show less

Completed Comprehensive Behavioral Health Assessments (CBHA) on children aged birth-17 entering the Dependency system in accordance with Florida Medicaid guidelines. Made treatment and service recommendations based on data gathered during assessment. Completed Supplemental CBHA's when requested by courts to update information and make recommendations for children and adolescents in foster care. Completed Brief Behavioral assessments on children, adolescents, and adults in accordance… Show more Completed Comprehensive Behavioral Health Assessments (CBHA) on children aged birth-17 entering the Dependency system in accordance with Florida Medicaid guidelines. Made treatment and service recommendations based on data gathered during assessment. Completed Supplemental CBHA's when requested by courts to update information and make recommendations for children and adolescents in foster care. Completed Brief Behavioral assessments on children, adolescents, and adults in accordance with Medicaid guidelines to provide diagnoses and initial treatment planning recommendations. Show less

Provided in-home counseling services to children in Specialized Therapeutic Foster Care (STFC). Acted as a liaison between agency, local Community-Based Care agencies, guardian ad litem program, and other parties involved in client's care. Attended dependency court hearings as requested. Attended staffings regarding clients including IEP staffings, match staffings for adoptions, and psychiatric appointments.Provided family therapy for reunification and adoption purposes when indicated. Provided… Show more Provided in-home counseling services to children in Specialized Therapeutic Foster Care (STFC). Acted as a liaison between agency, local Community-Based Care agencies, guardian ad litem program, and other parties involved in client's care. Attended dependency court hearings as requested. Attended staffings regarding clients including IEP staffings, match staffings for adoptions, and psychiatric appointments.Provided family therapy for reunification and adoption purposes when indicated. Provided crisis intervention services. Maintained paperwork in accordance with Medicaid guidelines. Show less

Full-Service Schools Therapist:Provided in-home and in-school mental health counseling services for children aged 5-17. Utilized individual and family therapy. Maintained positive working relationship between agency and school system. Provided diagnoses and implemented treatment plans based on diagnosis. Provided community outreach to market program to potential clients. Attended community meetings. Developed and implemented treatment plans based on client diagnosis. Maintained paperwork in… Show more Full-Service Schools Therapist:Provided in-home and in-school mental health counseling services for children aged 5-17. Utilized individual and family therapy. Maintained positive working relationship between agency and school system. Provided diagnoses and implemented treatment plans based on diagnosis. Provided community outreach to market program to potential clients. Attended community meetings. Developed and implemented treatment plans based on client diagnosis. Maintained paperwork in accordance with Medicaid guidelines. Outpatient Therapist:Provided outpatient individual and family counseling for children ages 3-17. Maintained a caseload of up to 45 clients. Trained graduate-level interns in play therapy. Facilitated Nurturing Parenting Program groups for court-ordered clients. Developed and implemented treatment plans based on client diagnosis. Maintained paperwork in accordance with Medicaid guidelines. Show less