LISA K. SMITH
Gettysburg
Summary
Certified complex trauma therapist with extensive experience in clinical and non-clinical environments. Proficient in EMDR and IFS Level One, with a strong ability to adapt to new responsibilities. Expertise in case management, crisis intervention, and program management, leading to significant client transformations through evidence-based approaches and a strong therapeutic relationship. Demonstrated success in fostering positive relationships with clients and community partners while effectively managing high-pressure situations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Therapist
LISA K. SMITH THERAPY, LLC
Frederick
02.2020 - Current
- Provide outpatient clinical counseling services using evidence-based modalities (IFS, EMDR, CBT, CPT, SFPS, MI, and Somatic) to adults across the lifespan experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, adjustment, attachment/relational problems, trauma, substance use, and other issues.
- Monitor the progress of clients through regular reviews of assessment results and outcome data.
- Develop treatment plans based on clients' needs and goals.
- Maintain accurate client records and documentation in accordance with legal requirements.
- Identify crisis situations and provide immediate support when necessary.
- Manage all aspects of the business.
Bereavement Counselor
FREDERICK HEALTH HOSPICE
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided individual and group grief counseling to Hospice clients, as well as members of the Frederick community, experiencing loss-related emotional and mental health difficulties.
Licensed Therapist
TRAUMA TRAINING CONSORTIUM @TRAUMA SPECIALISTS OF MARYLAND
Frederick
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Received clinical training and private practice business development.
- Provided individual therapy and completed documentation of sessions.
- Developed treatment plans based on clients' needs and goals.
- Participated in weekly clinical supervision, and monthly group supervision.
Guardianship Administrator
FREDERICK COUNTY GOVERNMENT
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Case management and continuing care functions for a specialized population of adults aged 65 and older for whom guardianship has been awarded to the Director of the Frederick County Division of Senior Services.
- Conferred with health care professionals regarding the guardianship client status, care, treatment, and end-of-life issues and decision-making.
- Maintained case documentation and filed Annual Reports, as per state guidelines, for submission to the Circuit Court.
- Presented to the Adult Disabled Review Board, as per the Annotated Code of Maryland, to update members concerning the status of clients, and recommend any changes in guardianship status.
- Maintained necessary statistical and fiscal information and filed required reports with the Maryland Department of Aging.
Counselor (Clinical Internship)
HOOD COLLEGE COUNSELING CENTER
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Provided short-term individual counseling and group psychoeducation counseling to Hood College students experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relational and/or other problems.
Deputy Sheriff First Class
FREDERICK COUNTY GOVERNMENT
01.2007 - 05.2018
- Applied, interpreted, and enforced laws, regulations, and following policies and procedures.
- PATROL: Performed standard patrol operations within the community, such as responding to 911 calls, domestic violence, mental health crises, assaults, thefts, frauds, verbal disputes, emergency evaluations, and traffic.
- Served as a Field Training Officer and Crime Scene/Evidence Technician.
- DETECTIVE: Investigated child abuse, sexual offenses, death investigations, elder abuse, robbery, assault, missing persons, fraud, and other investigations as assigned; interviewed victims, witnesses, and suspects to determine factual evidence and circumstances; ensured all case documentation was accurately prepared, maintained evidence in a professional and secure manner, and compiled comprehensive case notes and court testimony.
- Served on the Child Advocacy Center Multi-Disciplinary Treatment Team to ensure that children and their families received appropriate supports.
Community Initiatives Coordinator
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF FREDERICK
12.1998 - 12.2006
- Planned, implemented, and managed case management of resident and community initiative programs (also served as Drug Elimination Program Coordinator and Family Self-Sufficiency Program Coordinator).
- Prepared grant applications for state and federal funding, and submitted appropriate grant monitoring reports; served as Lead Coordinator for Frederick County CSAFE (Collaborative Supervision and Focused Enforcement) and HotSpots Grants.
- Supervision of three housing and homeownership program coordinators.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
HOOD COLLEGE
FREDERICK, MARYLAND12.2019
Graduate Certificate - Thanatology / Grief & Bereavement
HOOD COLLEGE
FREDERICK, MARYLAND05.2018
Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies in Human Behavior
HOOD COLLEGE
FREDERICK, MARYLAND05.2005
Skills
- Evidence-based practices
- Client assessment
- Treatment planning
- Progress monitoring
- Case documentation
- Psychoeducation
- Individual counseling
- EMDR-trained
- IFS Level One
- Trauma-focused
- Crisis intervention
- Grief and loss support
- High client retention rate
Licenses
- MD, LC13559
- PA, PC017828
Certification
- Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) IN-PROGESS
- Certified Complex Trauma Professional (CCTP-II) Evergreen Certifications 2023
- IFS Level One-Trained (IFS Institute) 2021
- EMDR-Trained (EMDRIA Approved) 2020
- 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher 2013
- Reiki Level I & II (MDCRT) 2019
- Law Enforcement Officer’s Safety Act (LEOSA) - Credential 926C - Qualified Retired and Separated
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bereavement Counselor
FREDERICK HEALTH HOSPICE
09.2020 - 03.2021
Licensed Therapist
LISA K. SMITH THERAPY, LLC
02.2020 - Current
Licensed Therapist
TRAUMA TRAINING CONSORTIUM @TRAUMA SPECIALISTS OF MARYLAND
01.2020 - 11.2020
Counselor (Clinical Internship)
HOOD COLLEGE COUNSELING CENTER
08.2018 - 12.2019
Guardianship Administrator
FREDERICK COUNTY GOVERNMENT
05.2018 - 09.2020
Deputy Sheriff First Class
FREDERICK COUNTY GOVERNMENT
01.2007 - 05.2018
Community Initiatives Coordinator
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF FREDERICK
12.1998 - 12.2006
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
HOOD COLLEGE
Graduate Certificate - Thanatology / Grief & Bereavement
HOOD COLLEGE
Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies in Human Behavior
HOOD COLLEGE
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