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Laura Powell

Columbia,SC

Summary

Client-centered professional polished in identifying potential disorders in clients and developing successful treatment plans and therapeutic processes. Accommodating and warm individual possessing strong observational skills and in-depth understanding of human behavior.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern

Charles George VA Medical Center
2023.08 - 2023.12
  • Provided individual counseling, clinical assessments, biopsychosocial assessments, and safety plans for Veterans in Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program.
  • Held motivational interviewing and substance use treatment therapy groups for clients in SARRTP and detox unit, Warrior Recovery Unit.

RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

THE WILLOWS AT RED OAK RECOVERY
2018.12 - 2023.08
  • Provides therapeutic support, management, and safely to clients in treatment for mental health, trauma, and/or substance use
  • Leads groups on various recovery and self-discovery topics
  • Offered Kundalini yoga, dance, and other therapeutic movement groups.

Intern

Red Oak Recovery
2023.01 - 2023.05
  • Provided crisis intervention services as needed, helping clients navigate challenging situations with appropriate support
  • Conducted family therapy sessions when necessary, fostering improved communication and conflict resolution within family units
  • Participated in weekly supervision meetings with mentors, discussing case progressions and receiving valuable input on treatment planning strategies
  • Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.

TEAM LEAD/SHIFT SUPERVISOR

THE WILLOWS AT RED OAK RECOVERY
2019.07 - 2021.08
  • Coordinates logistics and assigns staff for client's supportive needs
  • Provides coaching and support to staff and clients on shift
  • Ensures organizational flow of day and that all appointments and activities are attended.

Education

Master of Arts Clinical Mental Health Counseling -

LENOIR RHYNE UNIVERSITY
Asheville, NC
12.2023

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting And Fiber Arts

THE SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO
Chicago
01.2010

Skills

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Suicide Risk Assessment
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Group Therapy
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Individual Therapy

Certification

  • LCAS : Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist
  • NCC: National Certified Counselor
  • KRI and RYT Certified Kundalini Yoga Teacher

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Intern

Charles George VA Medical Center
2023.08 - 2023.12

Intern

Red Oak Recovery
2023.01 - 2023.05

TEAM LEAD/SHIFT SUPERVISOR

THE WILLOWS AT RED OAK RECOVERY
2019.07 - 2021.08

RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

THE WILLOWS AT RED OAK RECOVERY
2018.12 - 2023.08

Master of Arts Clinical Mental Health Counseling -

LENOIR RHYNE UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting And Fiber Arts

THE SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO
  • LCAS : Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist
  • NCC: National Certified Counselor
  • KRI and RYT Certified Kundalini Yoga Teacher
Laura Powell