Dr. Stacie (Stacy) Barkin
Psy.D, MA, M.Ed
Certified Health and Wellness Specialist
Scottsdale,AZ 85250 ad2fi1@r.postjobfree.com +1-619-***-****
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Education
Dr. Sears Wellness Institute
Masters in Advanced Coach Training and Techniques
August 2022-February 2023
Certified Health and Wellness Specialist
Dr. Sears Wellness Institute
June 2022-Aug. 2022
certification in the areas of: nutrition, stress reduction, sleep hygiene, exercise, abstinence from alcohol, substances, use, misuse, addiction, smoking and improving relationships to help clients achieve their goals through lifestyle management and to improve overall health states such as chronic illness and physical Heath related goals.
Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology with a minor in Health Psychology, (Psy.D)
California School of Professional Psychology - San Diego, CA
August 1997 to June 2008
Master’s degree in clinical psychology 1998, (M.A)
California School of Professional Psychology
San Diego, CA
August 1997-1999
Master’s in counseling (M.Ed)
University of San Diego - San Diego, CA 1993
Chi Sigma Iota
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, (B.A)
Minor in Social Studies
University of Arizona - Tucson, AZ
May 1992
Awarded Phi Beta Kappa Society
Magna Cum Lauds
Golden Key Society
Publications
Journals
Epidemiology of depressive disorders in patients with liver cirrhosis: A population-based study in the United States. Abureesh M, Alkhayyat M, Abualnad I, Badran R, Hennberry JD, Sadiq W, Novakovic V, Barkin R, Barkin S, Deeb LS, Prim Care Companion CNS Disorder, 2022 Jan 13;24(1)
Brain reward circuitry: The overlapping neurobiology of trauma and substance use disorders. Michaels TI, Stone E, Singal S, Novakovic V, Barkin RL, Barkin S, World J Psychiatry, 2021 Jun 19;11(6):222-231
The epidemiology and diagnosis of schizophrenia and the therapeutic options, communication and collaborative case plan. Robert RL, Barkin S. Dis Mon. 2012 Jul;58(7):394
Personalized pharmacotherapy for treatment approaches focused at primary insomnia. Smith HS, Barkin RL, Barkin SJ, Am Ther. 2011 May:18(3);227-40
Management of chronic noncancer pain in depressed patients. Barkin RL, Barkin SJ, Irving GA, Gordon A. Postgrad Med. 2011 Sep;123(5):143-54.
Reexamining the elderly patient’s presentation with depression. Barkin RL, Barkin SJ; Prim Care Companion J Clin Psychiatry. 2008:105:415-6.
Pharmacotherapeutic management of pain with a focus directed at the geriatric patient. Barkin RL, Barkin SJ, Barkin DS. Rheum Dis Clin North AM. 2007 Feb;33(1):1-31
Propoxyphene (dextropropoxyphene):a critical review of a weak opioid analgesic that should remain in antiquity. Barkin RL, Barkin SJ, Barkin DS. Am J Ther. 2006 Nov-Dec 13(6):534-42
Perception, assessment, treatment and management of pain in the elderly. Barkin RL, Barkin SJ, Barkin DS. Clin Geriatr Me. 2005 Aug;21(3)465-90
The role of venlafaxine and duloxetine in the treatment of depression with detrimental changes in somatic symptoms of pain, chronic pain and the pharmacokinetics and clinical considerations of duloxetine pharmacotherapy. Barkin RL, Barkin S. Am J Ther. 2005 Sep-Oct;12(5): 431-8.
A clinical and pharmacologic review of skeletal muscle relaxants for musculoskeletal conditions. Beebe FA, Barkin RL, Barkin S. Am J Ther. 2005 Mar-Apr;12(2):151-71.
Therapeutic commentary: dexfenfluramine. Barkin S, Barkin RL. Am J Ther. 1996 Aug;3(8):602-603.
Noncardiac chest pain: A focus on psychogenic causes. Barkin RL, Leikin JB, Barkin SJ. Am J Ther. 1994 Dec;1(4):321-326.
Text Book Chapters
Opiate/opioid overdose: challenges in the emergency room which complicate management in the treatment of opiate/opiod overdose. Poisoning and toxicology Compendium, Leiken JB, editor Lexi -Comp Americorp Pharmaceutics Association, 1997-1998
Opioids used in Primary Care for management of pain: A pharmacologic, pharmacotherapeutic of pharmacodynamic overview, Weiner’s Pain Management. Ed 7, 2007
Chronic pain management with a focus on the role of newer antidepressions and centrally acting agents. A practical Guide for Clinicians. Weiner RS Ed. Chapter 35 P2-20, CRC LLS Press 2002
Journal Editorial Board Membership
•I am e mailed articles and studies by authors who submitted articles and studies to various peer reviewed journals such as The Journal of Opioid Management, US Addiction, The Herald, Pain Physician, The Journal of Addictive Disorders, Post Graduate Medicine and several others.
•I am a member of the editorial board and am assigned articles for review online
•Read the studies and evaluate them, look for areas that are potentially problematic
•Make recommendations to add to the validity of the study, variables, factors, subjects and novelty of the study
•Give recommendations to the authors and the publishers regarding how to make the study stronger, other factors to consider, previous studies etc.
•Comment on whether the article would be of interest for the subscribers of that particular journal.
•Submit my review online to the authors and publishers
Work Experience
Clinical Therapist
Northlight Counseling Services - Mesa, AZ
August 2021 to December 2021
•Intakes and assessments for each patient
•DSM and ICD-10 diagnosis
•Develop tailor made treatment plans base off the patient’s intake and individual goals
•Client centered, short/long term goals
•Cognitive-Behavioral therapy
•Adolescent, Adult and family therapy
•In person and Telehealth
•Valiant notes system/weekly progress notes
•30, 60, 90 day treatment plan reviews
•Lifestyle management
•Substance abuse, mental/behavioral health
•Assistance in changing thoughts and actions
•Case load of 8 sessions per day
Clinical Director
Come Upon to me behavioral health - Phoenix, AZ August 2019 to November 2019
•Responsible for chart assessments and found lack of HIPPA
•Regulations and therefore developed/created new documents such as;
•Created new HIPPA compliance
•Psychological Evaluations
•Created new HIPPA compliant treatment/ discharge plan
•Created new HIPPA compliant client records, consent to treatment
•Created new HIPPA compliant consent for confidentiality and limits of Created new HIPPA compliant client rights and grievance forms, bill of rights
•Created new HIPPA compliant Intake and Assessments forms now included in HIPPA compliant client information packet
•Individual, group and family therapy and other services
•Assist with marketing plan and straightedges, company representative to Help and assist with marketing services to design new pamphlet
•(Previously LISAC) substance abuse therapist for group/individual therapy
•Provide supervision services ( Previously LPC)
•Provide mental, behavioral and substance abuse treatment
•Assisting with research related topics for grants/proposal for our company
Services as well as proposal to partner with other service providers to Maintain smooth transitions from completed treatment and after care services
•Provided Assistance in developing group homes and services for 3 new DES
Contract facilities for this population of clients and HIPPA compliant records
•To implement re; case management, probation, CASA workers, legal guardians
•Develop relationships with treatment referral Services and provide legal updates
•And reports of client problems/progress as necessary/staffing and attendance
Lead therapist for adolescent CDIOP
•Assist in group counseling at Brooks Academy PHP for Native Americans
Front Desk Client Receptionist and Customer Service
DES
February 2018 to August 2018
•Answer incoming calls and route to appropriate counselor
•Greet clients and direct them to sign in to begin process
•Scan documents for client files into counselor’s folders
•Assist presenters with set up
•Alert counselors that presenter is ready to begin
•Alert counselors when client has arrived for appointment
•Provide counselors with additional documentation they requested for client to Drop off
•Secure and lock up keys to office and files
•Keep track of office supplies that need to be ordered and give information to Purchaser
•Assist with office projects and counselors’ requests
•Transfer and direct incoming calls to appropriate counselor
•Take clear and detailed messages from clients and vendors
•Notify counselors of clients coming in that are not scheduled but need to See counselor
•Assemble intake packets, assessment packets and job club packets for counselors and programs
•Acknowledge clients when leaving office
Independent Service Provider- on Line Therapist
May 2011 to July 2014
•How2Connect.com/ 1virtualhealth.com
•Upcoming web site launch BETA PHASE
•Independent Service Provider- on line therapist
•Provide therapy to clients that are seeking help
•Broad spectrum of clients including/catering to military populations
•DSM diagnosis, assessments and documentation
•Bio-psycho-social model
•Cognitive- Behavioral therapy
•Brief, goal directed approach
•Customer Service Care Team
•Never launched. Went bankrupt
Banner Behavioral Health, Scottsdale, AZ
•After care group counseling/psycho-ed presentations
•Develop therapeutic relationship with client and their parents
•Inpatient treatment process and education groups
•Group therapy
•Relapse prevention
•12- Step based
•Education and Prevention
•Family Group Therapy/ education
•Treatment and Discharge Planning
•Program Development/Marketing program/services
Outpatient Clinical Therapist
Apr. 1, 2008 Out Patient Chemical Dependency Therapist Adolescent Program
Oct. 19, 2009 CD IOP groups
•Individual and family therapy
•CFTs/ client-family treatment teams
•Client Advocate/ experience working with clients in the military
•Work closely with DES/CPS case managers and probation officers
•Assessments, treatment planning, documentation, monthly court reports
•In office/ in home therapy
•Cognitive-behavioral therapy
•Goal to re-unite family members once stabilized
Therapist III
Ameripsych//ResCare - Phoenix, AZ
January 2007 to September 2007
St. Luke's Behavioral Health - Phoenix, AZ
February 2005 to January 2007
•In-patient chemical dependency group therapy
•In-patient psych group therapy
•UCC crisis interventions and evaluations, reassessments and staffing
•Family group therapy CD patients
•Outpatient adolescent's group therapy
•Patient psych-socials and 72 assessments
•Discharge planning
•Family assessments
•Mental Health Group therapy
•Adult psych and CD unit therapist
•Treatment plans focusing on bio-psycho-social model
•Experience working with Veterans, PTSD, co-occurring disorders
DUI instructor/educator, instructor
Ameripsych//ResCare - Phoenix, AZ
January 2007 to September 2007
May 2006 to September 2006
•Group therapy for DUI offenders
•Prepare monthly progress reports to the courts
•Assess behavioral and cognitive changes regarding drunk/drugged driving
•Psycho-ed groups on DUI laws, statistics, interventions, abuse/dependence
•12 Step based
•group therapy
•Provide counseling on factors contributing to drinking patterns, low self esteem
•Alternatives to using drugs/alcohol, family issues, environmental and societal influences, psycho-social stressors, recovery, relapse, triggers, etc.
•Daily evaluation of group members progress and participation
•Daily charting, prepare materials and handouts to enhance group sessions
Adult Outpatient Program Coordinator
Aurora Behavioral Hospital - San Diego, CA
November 2002 to April 2004
San Diego, CA
Chemical Dependence Department (transferred from Social Service position below)
Adult Outpatient Program Coordinator
•Patient psych-social assessments, screening, diagnosis
•Evaluate, treatment planning, treatment plan updates and processing
•Utilization reviews
•Case review/utilization review
•After care group
•Proved patient progress for court ordered reviews
•Reviews progress of court ordered patients with probation department
•Prepare and present psycho/education materials such as disease concepts, relapse prevention, cycle of addiction
•Consults with attending physician
•Teach cognitive/behavioral skills including coping mechanisms, assertive training, reality testing
•Facilitate chemical dependency, psycho-educational and process groups for adult, adolescents and children inpatients
•Experience working with military populations and family members suffering from PTSD, adjustment to civilian life, substance abuse, depression and anxiety
Therapist
Aurora Behavioral Hospital - San Diego, CA
April 2002 to April 2004
San Diego,
Social Services Department
•Case Management
•Psychotherapeutic Services
•Facilitates process and cognitive group therapy for children, adolescent, adult and geriatric population hospitalized for treatment of psychiatric and-psychological,
•emotional disorders
•5150 hearings/staffing meetings to review patient progress and identify
•Interdisciplinary team support
•Family therapy
•Identify treatment issues
•Perform psychosocial evaluations
•Daily/weekly documentation and progress notes
•Prepare and present individual discharge plans
•Patient advocate
•Establish contact with referral resources to help successful transition
Experience working with military populations and family members suffering from PTSD, adjustment to civilian life, substance abuse, depression and anxiety disorders
Therapist/consultant
Toward Maximum Independence Inc - San Diego, CA
November 2001 to November 2002
•Provide direct support to families
•Assist families to become independent unit
•Communicate needs of families to service providers
•Goal planning and implementation
•Family and child advocate
•Home based therapy/In home
•WRAP concept
•Educate families of services available
•Provide families with referrals to community services
•Evaluation and assessment of family needs
Doctoral Internship
Scripps Division of Mental Health Outpatient Clinic - La Jolla, CA
June 1999 to May 2000
•Adolescent, child and family therapy
•Group therapy, psycho-ed adult group for the treatment of depression
•Behavior modification Objective, projective, IQ, mental status, TAT
•testing/assessment hand scoring
•Psychological evaluation (testing, assessments, and report writing)
•Short term/Brief therapy model of therapy
•DSM diagnosis, treatment planning, discharge plan
•Received clinical supervision from licensed psychologist
Barkin, S.J., The Recognition and Management of Depression in Elderly Care: A Focus on the Elderly: A Pharmacotherapeutic Overview of the Selection Process Among the Traditional and New Antidepressants, American Journal of Therapeutics 7, 205-***-****
Doctoral Internship
Vista San Diego Center - San Diego, CA
July 1998 to May 1999
•Individual, group and family therapy
•Testing, assessment and interpretation
•Objective, projective, IQ, mental status, TAT testing/assessments
•Psychological evaluations/
•Treatment team patient /staffing
•Client charting and documentation
•Treatment and discharge planning
•DSM diagnosis
•Supervision by licensed psychologist
Adolescent Clinician
The New Foundation - Scottsdale, AZ
May 1995 to May 1997
•Individual, family and group therapy
•Clinical documentation reports, and records
•Chemical dependency assessment
•Supervision from psychiatrist and psychologist regarding clients
•Treatment planning and interventions
•Monthly staffing
•Outpatient and residential therapy
•Juvenile court advocate for court-involved clients
•Crisis intervention
•Oversee day to day care of clients
•PSLO Professional Staff Leadership Organization
Desert Vista West Behavioral Health Center
Phoenix, AZ January 1995 to March 1995
program transferred from Parc Place)
• Chemical dependency counseling
•Intake and assessment of clients
•DSM diagnosis
•Program and policy development
•Crisis intervention
•Individual and family group treatment
•Client documentation and records
•Assessment of family dynamics and promotion of healthy family relationships
•Family therapy
Inpatient Adolescent Residential Treatment Counselor
Charter Hospital of the East Valley - Chandler, AZ
April 1994 to October 1994
•Primary care coordinator
•Unit counselor
•Inform parents, guardians and social workers of patients' progress and
•problems
•Take patients out on passes
•Supervise patients
•Facilitate groups for adolescents
•One to one counseling
•Co-facilitate family counseling groups
•Organize program work
•Consequence patients for disruptive behaviors
•Daily charting of patient’s behavior and treatment progress
•Handling of crisis and referral calls
•Assisted on adults acute detoxification unit
•Crisis intervention
Inpatient Adolescent Treatment, Masters Level Internship
Scripps Memorial Hospital, McDonald Center - La Jolla, CA December 1992 to May 1993
While attending USD for M. Ed
•Co-cased management of adolescents
•Backgrounds and psycho-social intake assessments of the patients
•Implement treatment plans
•Staffing and case presentations
•Present educational lectures for in patients
•Co-facilitate groups
•12-Step program
•Daily charting and supervision of clients
Skills
•Individual / Group Counseling
•Group Therapy
•Crisis Intervention
•Behavioral Therapy
•Mental Health Counseling
•Research
•Child Protective Services
•Case Management
•Behavioral Health
•Intake Experience
•Curriculum Development
•Motivational Interviewing
•Child & Family Counseling
•Program Development
•Hospital Experience
•Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
•PTSD Care, ADO, ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Substance Disorders, Panic Disorders, depression Disorders, Bipolar Disorders
•Social Work
•Conflict Management
•Crisis Management
•ICD-10
•Tutoring
•Electric Medical Records (EMR)
•Management
•Administrative Experience
Work Style: Conscientiousness — Expert
January 2019
Measures a candidate's tendency to be rule-abiding, well-organized, hard-working, confident, and think before acting.
Full results: Expert
Work Style: Conscientiousness — Proficient
September 2020
Tendency to be well-organized, rule-abiding, and hard-working
Full results: Highly Proficient
Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.