Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of clinical experience providing individual, family, and group therapy to adolescents and adults in community mental health and private practice settings
Specialized expertise in trauma-informed care, anxiety disorders, and mood disorders utilizing evidence-based modalities including CBT, EMDR, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills training
Proven ability to manage complex caseloads of 25-30 clients weekly while maintaining comprehensive clinical documentation and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary treatment teams
Committed to culturally responsive practice and ongoing professional development, with advanced training in trauma-focused interventions and crisis intervention
Professional Experience
Mountain View Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor
March 2021 - Present
Provide individual therapy to 28-32 clients weekly in private practice setting, primarily adults and adolescents ages 16+ presenting with trauma-related disorders, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues
Utilize evidence-based therapeutic modalities including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy tailored to individual client needs and treatment goals
Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans incorporating client strengths, cultural considerations, and measurable objectives
Maintain 87% client retention rate through six months of treatment, exceeding practice average of 72% through strong therapeutic alliance and consistent outcomes monitoring
Facilitate weekly DBT skills training group for 8-10 adult clients focusing on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness
Collaborate with psychiatrists, primary care physicians, and other providers to coordinate integrated care for clients with co-occurring medical and mental health conditions
Provide clinical supervision to two LPC candidates working toward full licensure, including weekly individual supervision and case consultation
Community Mental Health Center of Denver
Staff Therapist
June 2018 - February 2021
Provided individual, family, and group therapy to diverse caseload of 25-30 clients weekly, including adolescents, adults, and families from underserved communities
Specialized in treating clients with complex trauma histories, including survivors of domestic violence, childhood abuse, and community violence
Conducted crisis assessments and safety planning for clients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms, suicidal ideation, or psychiatric emergencies, coordinating with mobile crisis teams and emergency services when indicated
Co-facilitated weekly psychoeducational group for parents of adolescents with behavioral challenges, serving 12-15 families per 8-week cycle with 92% completion rate
Collaborated with case managers, school personnel, probation officers, and child protective services to provide wraparound support for clients with multiple system involvement
Maintained detailed clinical documentation in electronic health record system meeting Medicaid billing requirements and HIPAA compliance standards
Participated in weekly clinical team meetings providing case consultation and receiving peer supervision on complex clinical presentations
University Counseling Center, Colorado State University
Clinical Intern
August 2017 - May 2018
Provided short-term individual therapy to 15-18 college students weekly presenting with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and academic stress
Conducted initial intake assessments, risk evaluations, and developed treatment plans under clinical supervision for diverse student population
Co-facilitated semester-long therapy groups addressing social anxiety and stress management for groups of 6-8 students
Participated in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings coordinating care with psychiatrists, case managers, and academic advisors
Completed comprehensive clinical documentation and received weekly individual supervision from licensed psychologist
Larimer County Youth Services
Practicum Therapist
January 2017 - July 2017
Provided individual and family therapy to adolescents ages 12-17 involved in juvenile justice system, addressing behavioral issues, substance use, family conflict, and trauma
Conducted biopsychosocial assessments and developed treatment plans in collaboration with probation officers and family members
Utilized motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral interventions to support adolescents in developing prosocial behaviors and coping skills
Participated in family therapy sessions addressing communication patterns, boundary-setting, and conflict resolution
Received weekly clinical supervision and completed 300 direct client contact hours toward licensure requirements
Education
University of Northern Colorado
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
May 2017
Concentration: Trauma-Informed Counseling Relevant Coursework: Advanced Psychopathology, Trauma and Crisis Intervention, Family Systems Theory, Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions, Psychopharmacology, Multicultural Counseling
University of Colorado Boulder
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
May 2014
Minor: Sociology
Licensure & Certifications
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Colorado
Colorado State Board
June 2019
EMDR Certification
EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)
October 2022
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training
Medical University of South Carolina
March 2020
QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training - Certified Instructor
QPR Institute
August 2019
National Certified Counselor (NCC)
National Board for Certified Counselors
July 2019
Clinical Skills
Therapeutic Modalities
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)