Providing individual, family and group therapy.Conducting initial and ongoing assessments.Developing individualized and follow-up treatment plans.Actively participating in the multi-disciplinary team process to contribute to positively to the overall treatment plan for clients.

Provides weekly in person and telehealth individual and group therapy to a caseload of six diverse clients aged 13 to 17 residing at the Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) foster care facility. Eighty percent of clients have a dual diagnosis with many clients diagnosed with PTSD or Complex PTSD. Completes psychosocial assessments and prepares preliminary treatment plans in conjunction with the case manager. Charts progress notes per Mental Health Services Division standards using BestNotes and myAvatar. Sets therapeutic boundaries with clients. Anticipates and addresses negative behaviors to prevent truancy and facilitate social rehabilitation. Rapidly responds to intoxication and medical and psychiatric emergencies including suicidal ideation, stabilizing patients. Participates in weekly clinical staff meetings and supervisory meetings with the clinical director.

Provided culturally sensitive individual, family, and couples therapy, managing a caseload of 19 diverse clients many of whom were dual diagnosis. Conducted telephone intakes and mental status exams, diagnosing patients utilizing the DSM-5 under the guidance of the clinical supervisor. Leveraging Basecamp for scheduling, completed in person and telehealth therapy sessions using Zoom.Charted progress notes, ensuring proper documentation of therapy session content and interventions; and filled out paperwork to satisfy court orders or DCFS family reunification plans.

Participated in numerous film and television production ensembles, developing optimal role interpretation and relatable performances that move audiences.https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000827/

Established and maintained collaborative relationships with school personnel, teachers, and parents/guardians. Assisted with educational planning, programming, and home management while working onsite.Delivered short-term individual and group counseling to a caseload of 12 students aged five to 11 years old to meet their developmental, emotional, social, and remedial needs. Documented emotional, cognitive, and social development to determine age-appropriate behavior.Processed negative client behaviors and initiated art and role play therapy to elicit information, promote verbalization, and cultivate coping skills. Introduced coping techniques and reward systems to parents/guardians.

Assessed client lifestyle, goals, and physical abilities and limitations, creating comprehensive yoga programs. Evaluated client progress, helping them work through transitions and enhance the mind-body connection.