Dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and Illinois with nearly seven years of behavioral health experience. Conducts comprehensive assessments and crisis interventions, consistently meeting state documentation standards. Collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary teams to develop evidence-based treatment plans and identify appropriate care levels for youth in foster care.
Work History
Independent Assessor
3 Years 11 Months
BJC HealthCare | 09.2022 - Current
Completed 80–90 comprehensive assessments annually, producing 10–15 pages of detailed clinical documentation for each to support informed decision-making.
Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments for youth in foster care using state-approved assessment tools.
Evaluate strengths, behavioral health needs, risk factors, and protective factors to determine appropriate placement recommendations.
Complete assessments and placement determinations within the required 30-day referral timeframe.
Develop individualized short-term and long-term mental and behavioral health goals to enhance client care and treatment outcomes.
Collaborate with families, permanency teams, case managers, and multidisciplinary professionals to identify optimal placement settings that ensure client welfare and compliance with regulatory standards.
Maintain compliance with BJC HealthCare and Missouri Department of Mental Health documentation requirements, including 72-hour documentation deadlines.
Utilize Epic electronic health record for clinical documentation and care coordination.
Mental Health Therapist
8 Months
Marble Wellness | 06.2022 - 02.2023
Conducted intake assessments and developed individualized treatment plans to address client needs and foster therapeutic progress.
Conducted intake assessments and developed individualized treatment plans.
Taught coping skills and emotional regulation strategies to empower clients in managing stress and enhancing emotional well-being.
Maintained ethical standards, confidentiality, and accurate documentation to ensure client trust and compliance with regulatory requirements.
School-Based Clinician
1 Year
Human Support Services | 05.2021 - 05.2022
Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments, developed diagnoses, treatment plans, and maintained progress documentation to support student well-being.
Delivered therapy and crisis intervention in school settings, addressing immediate mental health needs and supporting student resilience.
Partnered with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create cohesive support strategies for student mental health.
Attended IEP, 504, and staffing meetings to collaborate on student support strategies.
Foster Care Case Manager
2 Years 5 Months
Caritas Family Solutions | 11.2018 - 04.2021
Evaluated child safety and family needs to inform case decisions.
Assessed child safety and family needs.
Prepared court reports and testified regarding the best interests of children.
Ensured accurate DCFS documentation was maintained.
Case Manager
6 Months
MERS Goodwill WIOA Youth Program | 05.2018 - 11.2018
Delivered comprehensive case management and tracked progress to ensure client needs were met effectively.
Developed individualized service plans to address youth needs and goals.
Coordinated resources and referrals to support client employment and education opportunities.
Monitored progress of participants, ensuring adherence to program requirements.
Facilitated youth employment readiness, college enrollment, and FAFSA completion to support educational and career goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling (Professional & School Counseling)
Lindenwood University | St. Charles, MO | 05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southeast Missouri State University | Cape Girardeau, MO | 05-2018
Skills
Mental Health Evaluations
Biopsychosocial Assessment
DSM-5 Diagnosis
Treatment Planning
Crisis Management
Risk Assessment
Trauma-Informed Care
Child Welfare
Electronic Health Records (Epic)
Clinical Documentation
Care Coordination
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
DBT Interventions
Play Therapy Techniques
Certification
Licensed Professional Counselor (Missouri) Issued: January 17, 2023 | Expires: June 30, 2027
Licensed Professional Counselor (Illinois) Effective: April 20, 2022 | Expires: March 31, 2027
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certified
Mental Health First Aid
Narcan / Naloxone Administration
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Training
Timeline
Independent Assessor
BJC HealthCare
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
Mental Health Therapist
Marble Wellness
06.2022 - 02.2023Read More
School-Based Clinician
Human Support Services
05.2021 - 05.2022Read More
Foster Care Case Manager
Caritas Family Solutions
11.2018 - 04.2021Read More
Case Manager
MERS Goodwill WIOA Youth Program
05.2018 - 11.2018Read More
Lindenwood University
Master of Arts from Counseling (Professional & School Counseling)
Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner at Faith Regional Physician ServicesLicensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner at Faith Regional Physician Services