Laura Hank
Conestoga
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional skilled in treatment planning, active listening, and client advocacy. Committed to fostering meaningful connections and guiding clients toward personal growth and well-being.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Contractor
LiveUp Counseling
East Petersburg
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted individual therapy sessions to address client mental health needs.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to client goals and progress.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and resources available.
- Documented case notes and treatment updates in electronic health records.
- Guided clients in development of skills and strategies for dealing with individual problems.
- Supervise school-based and outpatient therapists providing services to clients.
School-Based Outpatient Therapist
Pennsylvania Counseling Services
Lancaster
08.2009 - 06.2023
- Provided individual therapy sessions to clients with various mental health challenges.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and treatment goals.
- Developed personalized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and interdisciplinary teams.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and treatment interventions.
- Collaborated with external agencies for referrals and resource coordination for clients.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and community resources for ongoing support.
- Collaborated with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, schools, social workers, probation officers. to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
Adult Mental Health Case Manager
County of Lancaster
Lancaster
06.2006 - 08.2009
- Coordinated client assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to clients in distress.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources and support services.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate case records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery.
- Advocated for client rights and access to necessary services.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA05-2009
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Electronic health records
- Comprehensive assessment
- Active listening
- Resource coordination
- Client advocacy
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Compassionate support
Certification
LCSW 2022
Timeline
Independent Contractor
LiveUp Counseling
06.2023 - Current
School-Based Outpatient Therapist
Pennsylvania Counseling Services
08.2009 - 06.2023
Adult Mental Health Case Manager
County of Lancaster
06.2006 - 08.2009
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Millersville University of Pennsylvania