Melissa A. Passon, LSW
Carmel, IN 46033
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Education:
Masters Degree in Social Work
IUPUI, Indianapolis, IN
3.625 GPA
Work Experience:
Adult & Child Center, Inc., Indianapolis, IN
Staff Therapist
August 2011 to March 2013
. Provide clinical assessments/complete intake paperwork
. Determine appropriate diagnoses & develop individualized
recovery plans
. Provide behavioral health therapy and counseling to
individuals, couples, and families
. Complete skills assessments & provide relevant education
and skills training
. Develop crisis/safety plans as necessary
. Provide discharge planning
Bethany Christian Services, Indianapolis, IN
Home-Based Therapist
May 2010 to August 2011
. Perform initial diagnostic assessments
. Develop individualized treatment plans
. Provide intensive home-based therapy to individuals and
families
. Provide accurate and timely documentation of services
provided
. Participate in clinical supervision weekly
. Teach parenting and life skills to enhance family
functioning
Practicum Experience:
Kenosis Counseling Center, Greenwood, IN
Clinical Intern
August 2009 to May 2010
. Conduct mental health assessments and determined
appropriate client diagnoses using DSM-IV-TR criteria
. Develop case formulations and individualized treatment
plans
. Provide counseling services to individuals, families, and
couples
. Co-facilitate weekly Emotional Eating group for individuals
experiencing eating disorders
. Regularly evaluate client progress toward goals & develop
discharge plan when reached
EmberWood Center, Indianapolis, IN
Clinical Intern/Substance Abuse Counselor
February 2009 to May 2009
. Complete comprehensive assessments and intake paperwork
with clients at initial appointment
. Provide individual and group therapy sessions with a focus
on substance abuse/addiction
. Determine appropriate diagnoses and level of treatment for
clients using American Society of Addiction Medicine ASAM
criteria
. Use various diagnostic tools to assess clients including
the Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA), SASSI, and
TCU II
Licensure:
Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
LCSW eligible