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Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Il

Established independent psychotherapy, supervision and consultation group practice.Provide Psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families utilizing strengths-based, creative and integrative therapy techniques grounded in neuroscientific research.Supervise clinicians in educational, clinic and hospital settings with clients throughout the lifespan; Consult on challenging cases to identify resources, accurately diagnose clients, determine best intervention… Show more Established independent psychotherapy, supervision and consultation group practice.Provide Psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families utilizing strengths-based, creative and integrative therapy techniques grounded in neuroscientific research.Supervise clinicians in educational, clinic and hospital settings with clients throughout the lifespan; Consult on challenging cases to identify resources, accurately diagnose clients, determine best intervention approaches, and effectively work within interdisciplinary teams; Coach leaders to improve staff morale and retention, develop more positive working relationships and communication with their reports, and attend to their self-care needs; Facilitate trainings on topics to meet program needs; and Structure program development efforts in line with each agency's mission, staff needs, and logistical considerations. Show less

Chicago, Il

Created and led interactive seminar on how to use your current wardrobe, style, and fashion choices to explore your unique clothing language and what you want to express to the world. Sessions focused on discovering "style mentors”, learning style theory to bring out your best, considering context when choosing what to wear and designing a self-expressive, inspiring wardrobe.

Chicago, Il

Oversaw day-to-day operations and overall direction of clinical programming for the Therapeutic Day School; Focused on all aspects of program leadership - direct service, consultation, collaboration, training, outreach, program development and big picture thinking; Led and directly supervised interdisciplinary department of 14 managers and clinicians and co-led staff of over 70 educators and paraprofessionals; Consulted on agency-wide steering committees, facilitated workshops and… Show more Oversaw day-to-day operations and overall direction of clinical programming for the Therapeutic Day School; Focused on all aspects of program leadership - direct service, consultation, collaboration, training, outreach, program development and big picture thinking; Led and directly supervised interdisciplinary department of 14 managers and clinicians and co-led staff of over 70 educators and paraprofessionals; Consulted on agency-wide steering committees, facilitated workshops and presentations, spearheaded the implementation of new program-wide initiatives and maintained positive relationships with stakeholders through frequent communication, collaboration and active participation in RFP, Accreditation, and program planning processes. Show less

Sherman Oaks, Ca

Co-developed and created day treatment program for children with social and emotional difficulties, developmental delays and autism which was a point of promotion for agency fundraisers; Promoted program via meetings with government entities, outside agencies and educational institutions resulting in increased linkage for the program and recognition of the program as a new referral source.

Palmdale, Ca

Co-created and implemented program specializing in prevention work with birth to five-year-olds which expanded agency services to include younger populations and their families; Facilitated individual, family and group therapy services to high risk clients with intensive treatment needs; Trained staff on how to use sensory stimulation and regulation in the treatment of trauma.

Chicago, Il

Planned and implemented curriculum for preschool and school age children; Supervised teaching assistants and vacation program staff.

M.A, Social Work

B.A, Psychology