Dinelly Holder, PhD, LPC

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Licensed Professional Counselor with the knowledge and capabilities to impact positive changes in clients. Innovative and experienced Clinical Administrator in program development and management. Proficient and knowledgeable leader that has lead multi-disciplinary treatment teams for mental health programs. Competent professional with proven management and supervisory skills to diagnose situations accurately, proactively resolve issues and achieve challenging goals. More than 10 years of consultative experience in leading and directing peers within a mental health program setting.

LICENSES

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Maryland Department of Health, 2023

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Virginia Department of Health Professionals, 2018

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, 2012

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), NY State Education Department, Division of Professional Licensing Services, 2012

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BEACON HEALTH OPTIONS, Ashburn, VA

Licensed Professional Counselor (2018-Present)

Provides counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Provides intake assessments as well as biopsychosocial assessments to clients needing mental health services with trauma, relationship issues, family conflicts, career issues and other related mental health issues. Develops treatment plans, diagnose clients and handles insurance claims and billing services for clients.

VAUGHN COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS AND TECHNOLOGY, Queens, NY

Director of Counseling and Wellness (2014 - 2018)

Provides counseling services to students in order to enhance their ability to cope with mental health and behavioral disorders, i.e. depression, anxiety, stressors and other-related mental health issues. Provides students with counseling services, including intakes and evaluations, crisis intervention, individual/group therapy and consultation to the campus community. Coordinates care with local community organizations, including referrals to long-term treatment providers and other physicians.

CAPITOL CARE, INC, Somerset, NJ

Director of Clinical Services (2012 - 2014)

Managed the daily program operations in relation to program development and administration. Directed, supervised and evaluated the work activities of employees in the areas of clinical documentation, client care management, policies and procedures for the facility. Conducted recruitment, hiring and training of personnel. Educated and trained staff on clinical documentation, assessments and policies in relation to chart audits. Trained staff on developing community resources to assist clients diagnosed with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities. Assisted clinicians on developing clients' treatment objectives and goals. Conducted intakes and mental health assessments for individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities and mental health disorders. Responded to community needs, enhances public relations, coordinates activities and plans in promoting a comprehensive behavioral program for clients.

COUNSELING CENTER AT HAMILTON, LLC, Hamilton, NJ

Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist (2012 – 2014)

Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources. Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Assessed clients’ needs in recommending suitable and appropriate methods of treatment. Assessed the needs, abilities and behaviors of clients using a variety of therapeutic methods. Counseled and assisted individuals and adolescents in learning new coping skills to improve their level of functioning in handling anxiety, depression, and bipolar and panic disorders.

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SAINT VINCENT CATHOLIC MEDICAL CENTERS, Queens, NY

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselor (2009 – 2012)

Supervised employees with daily work processes in relation to clients as well as administrative protocols. Provided individual counseling to 50+ clients in educating, guiding and assisting with relapse prevention skills and mental health issues. Interviewed and assisted in the hiring process of staff, trained and supervised vocational staff in assessing clients, executing client profiles, conducting job and transferable skills analyses as well as job search activities. Trained novice counselors in conducting assessments in relation to client appropriateness for vocational services.

Rehabilitation Counselor (2003 – 2009)

Provided crisis intervention counseling to clients having substance abuse issues, housing issues and legal issues as well as domestic violence issues. Trained and assisted new staff members with treatment plan development and client documentation for dual diagnosis clientele. Counseled clients in relation to substance abuse issues and its effect on vocational and/career goals. Reviewed and modified resumes, cover letters to assist clients with employment and internship opportunities. Arranged and planned for clients to study or train for jobs and in obtaining medical and social services. Identified the vocational development needs of clients and was able to coach, mentor and assist clients to improve their vocational skill level resulting in client completion of skills programs. Created and implemented vocational referral system, as well as a career resource system, resulting in an increased level of client referrals to employment opportunities, internships and educational programs.

J-CAP DRUG AND ALCOHOLISM TREATMENT SERVICES, Queens, NY

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (2002 – 2003)

Administered and interpreted vocational tests to determine the learning capacity, work-related aptitudes and behavioral factors affecting vocational performance and rehabilitation potential of clients. Assisted clients with making occupational adjustments, in finding appropriate employment and in exploring higher educational opportunities. Developed curriculum and lesson plans for group sessions to help clients establish, implement and achieve their vocational, educational and employment goals. Facilitated group sessions that focused on career exploration, job seeking and job retention strategies. Identified the vocational development needs of clients and was able to coach, mentor and assist clients to improve their vocational skill level resulting in client completion of skills programs.

EDUCATION

Doctorate of Philosophy in Human Services, specialization in Counseling Studies

Capella University, Minnesota, MN, 2012

Masters of Science in Education, specialization in Rehabilitation Counseling

Hunter College, City University of New York, 2004

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Sociology

Hunter College, City University of New York, 2001

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