Kailyn Schwartz
West Chester
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate mental health professional with experience in individual and group therapy, utilizing evidence-based interventions, and maintaining detailed case documentation. Dedicated to creating a supportive environment for open communication and personal growth. Committed to ongoing professional development, and offering empathetic, client-centered care for diverse mental health needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Outpatient Counselor
Healing Space Counseling
West Chester
08.2024 - Current
- Conduct individual therapy for teens, young adults, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma-related disorders.
- Utilize trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices to foster client engagement and therapeutic alliance.
- Create an atmosphere of trust where clients feel safe discussing personal matters.
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with ethical, legal, and insurance standards.
- Developed a largely self-referred caseload through ethical marketing and professional networking.
Intensive Outpatient Therapist
Sanare Today
King of Prussia
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to diverse client populations.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Conducted intakes and assessments to determine clients' mental health needs.
- Maintained accurate client records according to agency policies and procedures.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide therapeutic interventions effectively.
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
Sanare Today
01.2023 - 12.2023
- I conducted IOP group therapy and individual OP therapy for individuals presenting with diverse clinical profiles.
- Improved client outcomes and increased engagement through personalized intervention strategies, utilizing innovative therapeutic interventions from CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches.
- Conducted thorough intake assessments to determine clients' levels of care, and established tailored treatment plans.
- Educated clients on coping strategies, empowering them with effective symptom management tools.
- Collaborated with clients to develop and refine treatment plans, fostering active involvement in the therapeutic process.
- Maintained detailed case notes, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and continuity of care.
- Consulted with a clinical supervisor regularly, seeking guidance on challenging cases, and refining intervention strategies.
- Participated in company-sponsored training programs for professional development, and actively engaged in observational experiences across diverse group settings, expanding familiarity with different populations and therapeutic dynamics.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Rosemont College
Bryn Mawr, PA12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Minor in Art
Saint Joseph’s University
Philadelphia, PA12.2019
Skills
- Individual and group counseling (teens, young adults, and adults)
- Client-centered and trauma-informed care with a relational focus
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Treatment Planning
- Caseload Development
Affiliations
- American Counseling Association (ACA) Member - 02/2023 to Present
Certification
National Certified Counselor (NCC), National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
Assessing for Level of Care Training- PSCP: The Psychology Network and Sanare Today, LLC. - 01/2023
Trauma Healing 101: Wisdom, Mindfulness and Resilience-Building for Clients and Clinicians Training- PSCP: The Psychology Network and Sanare Today, LLC. - 07/2023
Assessing for Level of Care Training- PSCP: The Psychology Network and Sanare Today, LLC. - 01/2023
Trauma Healing 101: Wisdom, Mindfulness and Resilience-Building for Clients and Clinicians Training- PSCP: The Psychology Network and Sanare Today, LLC. - 07/2023
Timeline
Mental Health Outpatient Counselor
Healing Space Counseling
08.2024 - Current
Intensive Outpatient Therapist
Sanare Today
01.2024 - 07.2024
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
Sanare Today
01.2023 - 12.2023
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Rosemont College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Minor in Art
Saint Joseph’s University