TRACI LORDAN,MS, NCC

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Yardley, PA 19067 ac1pb8@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Assisting and supporting others who are in need of assistance in establishing a quality lifestyle is my goal. I am presently pursuing a PhD in Forensic Psychology with hope to minimize the effects of trauma, enhance mental well-being, understand the criminal mindset, and also assist with the development of new intervention processes for diverse populations.

EDUCATION

Walden University

Doctor of Philosophy PSYC, currently enrolled

Emphasis: Forensic Psychology

GPA: 4.0

Walden University

Masters of Science, Mental Health Counseling, February, 2014

Emphasis: Forensic Counseling

GPA: 3.87/4.0

Temple University

Bachelors of Art, Cultural Anthropology, May 2009

GPA: 3.85/4.0

WORK EXPERIENCE

JJPI, Philadelphia, PA October 2015- Present

Individual Therapist, Partial Hospital Program

-Conduct individual psychotherapy sessions for juveniles with sexually acting out behaviors

-Conduct intake Partial Hospital Program evaluations for juvenile and adult sex offenders

-Write full Comprehensive Biopsychosexual Evaluation for juvenile and adult sex offenders, as well as administer initial Safety Plan, Recovery Plan, and Aftercare Plan.

-Maintain timely monthly Recovery Plans, monthly summary reports, individual progress notes, and daily progress notes of juvenile clientele

-Conduct group meetings: Psychotherapy, Safety Planning, and Human Sexuality sessions with stated clientele

-Attend court hearings and create the Court Report Summary for juvenile and adult clients

-Orchestrate and participate in family and treatment team meetings with clients, family members, and other mental health care workers involved in individual case

-Handle all documentation for involuntary commitment and crisis psychiatric evaluations

-Participate in psychiatrist meetings twice weekly with Program Director, Program Coordinator, and Psychiatrist

NHS Human Services Philadelphia, PA January 2015- September 2015

Outpatient Therapist

-Conduct individual outpatient and psychotherapy services

-Complete all necessary documentation such as: treatment plans, progress notes, release forms,

-Utilize TF-CBT, CBT, Person-Centered, and Humanistic-Existential approaches

-Attend all mandatory training programs

-Consult with supervisor, intake coordinator, and program director regarding protocol and mental

health services for clientele

Bucks County Mental Health Clinic Bristol, PA April 2014- January 2015

Psychotherapist

-Perform initial intake processes with biopsychosical, substance abuse, and suicide assessments

-Utilize proper assessments to establish clinical diagnosis

-Develop treatment plan and establish goals, action steps, and applicable interventions

-Maintain and document progress of client after each session

-Document all neglected sessions, terminations, dismissals, and reopen cases

The Laurel House Norristown, PA Feb 2013-Mar 2014 Domestic Violence Couns-elor/Intern

-Perform intakes, assessments, treatment plans, case notes, and evaluations for clientele

-Utilized Trauma-Focused CBT, Trauma-Informed Theory, SELF model

-Facilitated individual and group counseling for community clients and shelter residents

-Participated in training programs such as: Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence,

Stewards of Children: Childhood Sexual Abuse training, Using Art for Traumatized Children

-Actively advocated on behalf of clients regarding Protection from Abuse Orders (PFA),

immigration and citizenship concerns, mandated counseling, and diversity issues

HONORS /CERTIFICATIONS

-National Certified Counselor, National Board of Certified Counselors

-Member, Pennsylvania Mental Health Counseling Association

-Member, American Psychological Association

-Member, Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Honor Society International

-Spokesperson, RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network)

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