ANA CHOWDHRY, M.A., LPC-intern

***** ******** ******* ***** ******, Texas 77389 832-***-**** acospq@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position in the mental health services field that will enable me to use my treatment planning skills, case

management skills, and experience with people with disabilities and mental health concerns.

EDUCATION

SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERISTY, Huntsville, Texas

Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Masters of Art (CACREP Accredited) December 2013

Activities: Emphasis on Addictions Counseling, Crisis Management, and Play Therapy

Texas Counseling Association Conference in Fort Worth, Texas November 2011

Texas Counseling Association Conference in Galveston, Texas November 2012

UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON, Houston, Texas

Bachelors of Science, Psychology May 2011

WORK EXPERIENCE

LONE STAR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, Tomball, Texas

Psychotherapist, July 2014- Currently Employed

• Facilitate a variety of group therapy sessions on a daily basis, such as trauma resolution, process, addictions,

relaxation/mindfulness, and psycho-educational groups which provides therapy with healthy peer support.

• Provide individual therapy sessions on a daily basis to monitor symptoms of psychosis or unstable mood in

order to maintain or improve level of functioning.

• Work with population diagnosed with psychosis, personality disorders, major depressive disorders, anxiety

disorders, mood disorders, substance abuse disorders, dual diagnosis & co-occurring disorders which expands

working knowledge of a variety of mental illnesses.

• Develop and review treatment plans, progress notes, diagnoses and dual-diagnoses using DSM-IV to ensure

appropriate documentation.

• Maintain and manage a caseload of approximately 10 patients to monitor progress and assess for additional

treatment & participate in all clinical staff meetings as an active member of a treatment team.

• Completed Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training and Emergency Crisis Response training.

• Maintain collaborative relationships with family members of patients and other service providers to encourage

support.

GOOD SHEPHERD MISSION, Huntsville, Texas

Counselor Intern, May 2013- December 2013

• Completed intake assessments and Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory with clients to properly assess

the level of dependence/abuse and to obtain complete bio-psychosocial information.

• Conducted individual therapy with emphasis in Addictions Treatment Program to provide necessary ongoing

treatment.

• Worked with clients with substance abuse, sexual abuse, personality disorders, major depressive disorders,

anxiety disorders & co-occurring disorders which broadened experience with diverse population of clients.

• Developed and wrote treatment plans, progress notes, diagnoses and dual-diagnoses using DSM-IV to ensure

appropriate documentation.

• Maintained a caseload of approximately 10-12 weekly clients to establish conventional counseling services for

the Good Shepherd Mission.

• Co-facilitated group therapy sessions to provide clients with an additional source of therapy which encourages

affiliation, support and healthy peer confrontation.

SAAFE HOUSE, Huntsville, Texas

Residential Advocate, December 2011 – December 2012

• Completed forty hour training in advocacy for domestic violence victims to better assist victims and families

of victims of domestic violence, and to educate the community of the importance of awareness.

• Assisted victims with counseling, transportation, and obtaining legal/medical matters in order to maintain a

safe and manageable escape from abuser.

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