Zana Koroma, M.A., M. Psy Email & Phone Number

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Manage a caseload of 11 patients in an extended acute unit serving underserved communities in Philadelphia. Provide individual therapy twice weekly and group therapy three times weekly to individuals with severe mental illness (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder), complex trauma histories, forensic backgrounds, and co-occurring substance use disorders.• Deliver milieu therapy as part of the inpatient program, fostering a therapeutic environment that supports patients' daily social interactions and reinforces treatment goals.• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluations (two completed to date) to support accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment planning; currently completing one additional psychological assessment.• Collaborate in multidisciplinary treatment planning meetings, case conferences, and clinical seminars to promote integrated and holistic patient care.• Consult with professional and paraprofessional staff, refining therapeutic approaches and care strategies within the unit.• Complete HIPAA-compliant clinical documentation reviewed by government agencies, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and adherence to rigorous regulatory standards.• Comply with infection control, safety protocols, and hospital health policies, essential for patient care in the inpatient setting.

Washington Dc

Washignton, Dc

• Provided comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations to assess children’s school-related disabilities that schools could use to determine eligibility for disabilities (e.g., Reading, Writing, Math, and Fluency), Emotional Disability (e.g., Depression and/or Anxiety), Autism, Intellectual Disability, Speech and/or Language Impairment, and Other Health Impairment (e.g., Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder). • Utilized standardized tests (i.e., WAIS-IV, WJ-IV, BASC-3), observations, interviews with support systems, and other evaluation tools. • Collaborated with school professionals, teachers, and parents to gather behavioral information and ensured that all relevant individuals were informed and engaged in the assessment process. • Utilized the assessment process to aid in disability determination under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). • Informed school-based interdisciplinary teams regarding the level of services needed and the appropriate placement (e.g., creating or readjusting an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or a 504 Plan based on the child’s assessment results). • Provided additional recommendations for teachers, parents, and children to help the child succeed academically and socially. • Adhered to ethical guidelines and maintained confidentiality while conducting assessments and sharing information with relevant parties. • Provided Behavior Support Services to children needing special education according to their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and socioemotional goals.

Largo, Maryland, United States

• Conducted evaluations primarily consisting of brief clinical interviews, mental status examinations, and/or psychoeducational reports for the Maryland Disability Determination Services.• Provided psychotherapy face-to-face to children, adolescents, and families, using a mix of play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. • Consulted with parents and guardians about the progress of their children’s presenting concerns.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Provided telehealth services within a university counseling center setting.• Provided short-term eight sessions and long-term psychotherapy services to Howard University students diverse in socioeconomic status, ethnicity, and sexual orientation and with presenting concerns including mood disorders, trauma, family distress, adjustment difficulties, self-harming behaviors, gender dysphoria, and more.• Conducted weekly intakes and consultations for prospective patients and presented clinically relevant material to weekly team meetings for treatment planning. • Engaged in didactics, including weekly psychoanalytic seminars, professional development meetings, case conferences, and group seminars. • Received weekly one-hour individual supervision, one hour of group supervision, and one hour of administrative supervision. • Managed student records using Pyramed scheduling software.• Co-facilitated a counselling group of 5-7 students centered on personal concerns for 6 weeks.

Washignton, Dc

• Conducted phone interviews with prospective patients to assess their fit for the Center Clinic and consulted with post-doctoral students to discuss risk factors. • Conducted intakes for prospective patients and presented clinically relevant material and case formulations to the treatment team. • Provided weekly psychotherapy to patients diverse in race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and sexual orientation and with presenting concerns including depression, personality disorders, PTSD, interpersonal challenges, and adjustment difficulties.• Created informed and individualized case conceptualizations and treatment plans to present in weekly individual supervision. • Conducted two comprehensive assessment batteries, encompassing cognitive, academic, personality, and emotional evaluations (i.e., WAIS-IV, WJ-IV-ACH, MMPI-2-RF, R-ES)• Provided 24-hour crisis intervention support via clinic emergency cell phone twice.• Presented video recordings or process notes in weekly supervision or therapy practicum. • Managed client records and billing using Titanium scheduling software.

New York, New York, United States

Greater New York City Area

• Collaborated with a maximum of eight low-income, multiethnic families whose primary issue(s) included substance use and/or mental health.• Assessed the family’s needs and strengths while providing meaningful assistance under City, State, and Federal Regulations.• Maintained frequent and face-to-face contact with families in the home and school while assessing for safety. • Made appropriate service referrals for quality preventive services.• Accurately documented activities and other vital information in the case record/systems promptly. • Documented progress/obstacles in meeting service plan goals.• Prepared and completed timely reports for submission to the Administration of Children’s Services (ACS). • Fostered the preservation of family relationships through counseling and engagement of family members.• Provided client counseling and case management services, including assessment, service plan development, implementation, and crisis intervention.• Attended agency-sponsored meetings, supervisory sessions, training/workshops, and family team conferences.

• Provided Motivational Interviewing-based mental wellness coaching services to members through the text-based platform during designated shifts. • Addressed acute member concerns, like suicidality, self-harm, or domestic violence, and hold responsibility for calling the on-call crisis manager during a crisis. • Participated actively in regular guidance reports for members that reflect the member’s strengths and challenges and their progress on their goals.

Accra, Ghana

• Compiled reports from detailed observations during therapy sessions. • Assessed young children and toddlers using cognitive assessments, including the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fifth Edition (WISC-V).• Oversaw online presence, including managing social media and recommending improvements to increase website traffic. • Researched information and images used in self-help books. Proofread grammar and sentence structure in early book drafts.

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(M. Psy) Master Of Psychology

Master Of Arts (M.A.)

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.)

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