Jeanette DeSilva
Springfield
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor with proven expertise in therapeutic interventions and client-centered care. Skilled in cognitive-behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment planning. Strong collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently achieves positive outcomes. Known for effective communication, empathy, and reliability in high-pressure environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Therapist
Mainline Health- Mirmont Treatment Center
11.2016 - Current
- Conduct individual and group therapy sessions focusing on substance abuse an addictions recovery.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create treatment plans for clients with addiction issues.
- Utilize evidence based practices such as CBT and DBT and motivational interviewing to support clients.
- Participate actively in professional development opportunities to expand knowledge base and enhance practice capabilities continuously.
- Facilitate smooth transitions between levels of care for clients by collaborating with outpatient, inpatient, or residential treatment team members.
- Contribute to a higher success rate in group therapy sessions through effective facilitation skills and group management techniques.
- Attend trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
Addictions Counselor
NHS - Parkside Recovery
05.2009 - 06.2016
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing tailored treatment plans for each individual.
- Developed customized aftercare plans for discharged clients, ensuring they had access to ongoing support services upon completion of formal treatment programs.
- Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
- Assisted clients in identifying triggers and developing personalized coping mechanisms, reducing the risk of relapse.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, to help clients overcome personal barriers to recovery.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting open communication among participants and fostering a supportive environment.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Louisiana State University
Shreveport, LA05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University
Shreveport, LA05-2003
Skills
- Client-centered approach
- Suicide risk assessment
- Professional ethics
- CBT and DBT skills
- Substance abuse counseling
Certification
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
- CAADC
Timeline
Behavioral Health Therapist
Mainline Health- Mirmont Treatment Center
11.2016 - Current
Addictions Counselor
NHS - Parkside Recovery
05.2009 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University
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