Ashleigh N Heslop

Williamstown, WV ***** 740-***-**** adulyl@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Educated, passionate and goal-oriented worker seeking a career in utilizing both skills and education. Motivated to make a difference within a community, group or individual.

Experienced therapist working with co-occurring disorders of MH/SUD.

Always looking to acquire skills to promote the well-being, vitality and morality of myself and others. Authorized to work in the US for any employer. Thrive to assist in developing techniques to deal with daily challenges. Expert at teaching others to tackle problems constructively through behavior modification including CBT, meditation techniques, self-help skills, coping mechanisms for all areas of life. People-oriented, calm under stress and take pride working as skilled Behavioral Therapist. Implement successful treatment plans based on evidence-based practices. Dedicate myself in building a strong support network. Accurately identify issues and evaluate best techniques for each individual treatment plan. Offer quality services and maintaining knowledge of the latest industry advancements by attending professional conferences and continuing education courses and will soon begin the completion of master's degree in Psychology. Dependable therapist, LPC committed to providing expert support for every client. Coordinate effective treatment by implementing prescribed interventions and facilitating positive interactions. Protect patients with proven techniques and full compliance with moral/ethical, HIPPA and SAMHA standards. Desire to find and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal communication skills, excellent time management and critical thinking skills. A resolute professional with a history of meeting company goals and utilizing consistent and organized practices. Work best under pressure and do well at adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities while utilizing time management and continue to work with a cheerful outlook. Willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

SKILLS

Psychiatric Evaluation

Documentation Requirements

Behavioral Health Assessment

Behavioral Analytics

Relationship Issues Management

Behavioral Interviewing

Patient Consultations

Behavioral Disorders

Interviewing Techniques

Crisis Situations

Individual and Group Therapy

Document Coordination

Client Coping Mechanisms

Client Direct Care

Clinical Documentation

Cognitive Behavior Practices

Positive Reinforcement Methods

Behavior Redirection

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Management

Crisis Evaluation and Intervention

Emergency Care

WORK HISTORY

CO-OCCURRING THERAPIST-MH/SUD 08/2022 to CURRENT

St Joseph Recovery Center Parkersburg, WV

Complete outpatient intakes when SJRC receives new client for outpatient therapy services

Assess each client based on own personal observations of client's appearance, behaviors, affect and mood, perception, orientation, intellectual functioning, insight, judgement, memory, and thought content

Assess each client-based symptom described to be experiencing, and continue to experience on regular basis, along with severity of each symptom

Apply each client's personal goals, dreams, and ensure that client understands, and agrees with any treatment planning for their specific treatment

Identify each client's specific issues that are of great focus, and address situation based on individual client's psychological cognition, physical, medical, support system and execute client's therapy session for best resolution, and outcome, so that client may be able to live happier, fuller, more pleasant life

Ensure to follow-up with each client, address any changes needed in client's treatment planning, continue to evaluate each client, and see them through with goals reached, graduation of service's referred to, and treatment plan completion.

Recommend therapeutic action plans and treatments based on results from behavioral assessments.

Provide tools for clients and families to communicate better and negotiate issues for improved family relationships.

Document patient information, treatment plans and patient responses.

Track progress according to goals for interventions.

Guide clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.

Develop and implement intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.

Counsel individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.

Maintain and update patient records, changes in service plans, and treatment reports.

Document patient information through analyzing data, interview notes and test results, and identified and diagnosed nature of clients' problems.

Evaluate treatment techniques after sufficient time periods to determine effectiveness for each client.

Provided crisis support and emergency care for patients.

Gather information about clients using observational techniques and interviews, case histories and other assessment methodologies.

Assist clients to better understand roles as parents, focusing on developing skills to nurture and guide children.

Consult with other therapists, public and private service agencies, and university researchers to advise clients on resources available.

Guided group therapy for SUD clients with focus on self-advocacy, self-healing, and empowerment.

Complete full MH/SUD assessments to determine best courses of actions.

Counsel up to forty clients weekly with issues such as mood disorders, PTSD, and anxiety.

Refer clients to educational outreach programs or social service agencies for additional interventional needs.

While working as inpatient treatment group therapist, led five group sessions daily with up to fifteen clients in each, focusing on SUD education, cognitive distortions, relapse prevention, triggers, coping mechanisms, self-healing, etc.

Effectively maintained caseload of thirty-two sessions per week using alternative therapies.

Advocate for placement of patients into community-based treatment settings.

Work with clinical psychiatrist and primary care physician to review patient progress and update treatment plans.

Introduce meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques to clients

Counsel up to forty patients weekly with issues such as mood disorders, PTSD, anxiety and/or substance abuse disorder

Complete full biopsychosocial assessments during outpatient intake to determine best courses of actions.

Work with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.

Manage caseload of 40+ individual client sessions.

COUNSELOR 05/2022 to 08/2022

Parkersburg Comprehensive Treatment Center Parkersburg, WV

Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.

Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.

Encouraged clients and family members to practice and use skills and strategies for confronting problems constructively.

Documented patient information through analyzing data, interview notes and test results, and identified and diagnosed nature of clients' problems.

Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors and treatment teams.

Motivated clients to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.

Gathered information about clients using observational techniques and interviews, case histories and other assessment methodologies.

Recommended therapeutic action plans and treatments based on results from behavioral assessments.

Maintained professional boundaries with parents and caregivers while building strong support networks to support treatment goals.

Counseled individuals, groups and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.

Contributed to treatment success by offering feedback and guiding patients through exercises.

Evaluated treatment techniques after sufficient time periods to determine effectiveness for each client.

Modified behavioral disorders caused by delayed or hindered development to help patients better integrate with peer groups and succeed in social and educational environments.

Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.

Conferred with superiors to determine if non-progressing clients should continue to be counseled or referred to other specialists in such fields as medicine, psychiatry or legal aid.

Delivered individualized, evidence-based psychotherapy for patients diagnosed with issues such co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders.

Utilized cognitive behavioral therapy and exposure therapy behavioral strategies to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.

Facilitated referrals to outside healthcare professional and medical facilities to obtain specialized care for patients in need of extra support.

Referred clients to specialists, educational outreach programs or social service agencies for additional interventional needs.

Consulted with other therapists, public and private service agencies and university researchers to advise clients on resources available.

Offered educational lectures and workshops targeted on specific populations like substance abuse disorder.

OUTPATIENT CASE MANAGER 08/2021 to 06/2022

Westbrook Health Services Parkersburg, WV

Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.

Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.

Coordinated program referrals for community-based resources.

Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.

Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.

Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.

Preserved and prepared reports and treatment records.

Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.

Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.

Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice/Forensic Psychology 09/2011

Kaplan University, Davenport, IA

Honor Roll Fall/2010

Awarded-National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Professional Development:

3.51 GPA

cum laude graduate

Bachelor of Science Forensic Psychology 09/2011

Kaplan University, Davenport, IA

Honor Roll Spring/2011

Capstone Project:

Awarded-National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Professional Development:

3.56 GPA

cum laude graduate

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Phlebotomist

Certified Case Manager

AED certification 01/2024

Adult, Child &Infant CPR 01/2024

FIRST AID 01/2024

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