ANA CHOWDHRY, M.A., LPC-intern
***** ******** ******* ***** ******, Texas 77389 832-***-**** ***********@*****.***
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.