Mental Health Case Management
Resume:
VINCENT LAURO
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA *****
************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Empathic and trauma-informed therapist with a strong foundation in individual, group, and family therapy within mental health and substance use treatment settings. Experienced in conducting comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, developing collaborative treatment plans, and delivering evidence-based interventions including CBT, MI, and psychoeducation. Adept at building therapeutic rapport, holding safe space for complex trauma, and supporting clients through crisis, recovery, and identity development. Demonstrates strong clinical insight, cultural humility, and a commitment to person-in-environment and strengths-based frameworks. Passionate about fostering healing, resilience, and long-term growth through relational, client-centered care.
SKILL HIGHLIGHTS
Compassionate and Empathetic
Strong Interpersonal Communication
Mandated Reporter
Dynamic Problem Solver
Critical Thinker
Strong Therapeutic Rapport
At-risk and vulnerable populations
Crisis Intervention
Referrals to Resources
Community Outreach
Ethical Boundaries
Evidenced Based Interventions
Collaborative
Individual and Group Counseling
Clinical Therapy
Cultural Humility
Proficient in MS Office, EMR Systems
Proficient in Google Suite Products
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CARDBoard Project, Dallas, TX August 2023-Present
Therapist Internship,Case Manager, & Quality & Assurance
-Managed all social media accounts to gain funding from donors and stakeholders and planned themed events in line with company values, morals and ideals.
-Provided community resources to the homeless that were free for a diverse clientele on often complex cases remotely within a timely manner.
-Kept current case notes on each client on my caseload and provided 30, 60, and 90 follow-up at a minimum.
-Tracked program effectiveness utilizing various assessment tools to measure both qualitative and quantitative impact on program services to target the population.
- Audit the files of other CM’s to ensure they are complete and in a timely manner.
-Construct training materials for new interns/staff on Suicidality & Homicidality Protocols, Proper Documentation Guidelines, Cultural Competency and Mental Health within the workplace, and more, which became integral to training staff moving forward. Clear Life Recovery, Costa Mesa, CA March 2024-July 2024 Therapist Intern
-Provided individual and group psychotherapy to clients undergoing detoxification, utilizing evidence-based modalities including CBT, MI, and psychoeducation to address substance use and co-occurring disorders
-Facilitated daily therapeutic groups focused on emotional regulation, relapse prevention, and trauma-informed recovery strategies during acute withdrawal and early stabilization
-Conducted biopsychosocial assessments, mental status evaluations, and substance use histories to inform diagnostic impressions and individualized care planning-Applied a trauma-informed, person-in-environment approach to clinical interventions, adapting strategies to meet each client’s emotional, psychological, and social needs
-Developed individualized treatment goals, safety plans, and short-term clinical objectives in collaboration with clients, ensuring alignment with recovery stage and aftercare readiness
-Delivered crisis counseling and brief interventions to clients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms, emotional dysregulation, or high-risk behavior during detox
-Participated in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, contributing clinical insights to support integrated care planning and effective discharge coordination
-Provided psychoeducation on addiction neurobiology, emotional processing, and recovery tools, enhancing client insight and engagement in the therapeutic process
-Supported clients in exploring core beliefs, unresolved trauma, and behavioral patterns contributing to substance use through reflective dialogue and strength-based therapy
-Maintained accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with HIPAA, Joint Commission, and organizational standards ARI Recovery,Huntington Beach, CA August 2022-November 2022
(Contract) Detox Intern Therapist
-Delivered supervised individual and group therapy sessions to clients in detox, incorporating trauma-informed care, Motivational Interviewing (MI), and mindfulness-based techniques
-Co-facilitated therapeutic groups focused on grounding techniques, coping skills, emotional processing, and preparing for transition into higher levels of care
-Completed intake assessments under clinical supervision, gathering psychosocial, substance use, and mental health histories to inform treatment goals and placement
-Observed and participated in the formulation of diagnostic impressions in collaboration with licensed clinicians, gaining hands-on experience with DSM-5 criteria and clinical documentation
-Supported clients in identifying internal motivators for recovery, managing early withdrawal symptoms, and developing short-term behavioral strategies for stabilization
-Engaged in reflective supervision to process countertransference, ethical dilemmas, and trauma exposure inherent in detox work
-Participated in daily clinical team meetings to discuss client progress, risk factors, and discharge planning from a multidisciplinary lens
-Delivered psychoeducational content and facilitated group discussions on addiction cycles, self-regulation, and relapse triggers tailored to clients in early recovery
-Applied harm reduction principles and strengths-based engagement techniques to support client autonomy and increase therapeutic rapport
-Maintained timely and accurate progress notes, treatment updates, and safety documentation under supervision, adhering to agency and legal guidelines
Kevin’s House LLC., Rolling Hills, CA October 2021-June 2022 Dual-Diagnosis Specialist
-Provide direct clinical support to clients with dual diagnosis as well as co-occurring conditions (autism spectrum disorders, antisocial personality disorders, cognitive deficit disorders, and physical limitations)
-Conducted ORAS’s quarterly and community supervision reports for parole and presented my clinical opinion to the courts
-Focus on strengths-based approach with clients, and work towards client self-efficacy and autonomy.
-Focus on Psycho-social rehabilitation to assimilate into their community, including: taking clients on field trips to the botanical gardens, aquarium, beach, karaoke, and other activities. New Ways Life Coaching, Inc., Santa Ana, CA & Virtual June 2019- October 2021 Clinician, Supervisor
-Helped increase activities of daily living for high acuity clients through implementation of modeling techniques.
-Taught clients how to write resumes and cover letters, and interviews, which prepared them for vocational goals.
-Worked directly with the community to provide resources for clients to integrate and connect to their community.
-Utilized the “SOAP” style of documentation.
Private Practice, Redondo Beach, CA & Virtual November 2019-September 2021 CADC-II, ICADC, Certified Access Bars Practitioner, Consultant
-Successfully aided individuals and companies in the treatment industry seeking guidance for: CCAPP Accreditation, JAHCO Accreditation, IMS Accreditation, and staffing recommendations.
-Participation in community outreach programs to provide psychoeducation on substance use, misuse, abuse, and dependence.
-Incorporated holistic treatment methodology for healing and recovery and engaged as a mandated reporter as needed. Laguna View Detox, Laguna Beach, CA August 2018 - June 2019 Case Manager, Primary Counselor, Supervisor, Compliance Manager
-Collaborated with clinical director and therapist to create discharge protocols, construct program structure, and new curriculum.
-Trained staff on group facilitation and documentation, creating protocols to streamline the process.
-Established effective relationships with outside facilities and resources by engaging with their site directors and staff.
-Constructed “Family Welcome Packet” and “Client Welcome Packet” which helped clients to learn policies and therapeutic process of facility.
-Effectively trained staff on AMA de-escalation through a series of workshops, and increased client retention for the company.
-Worked directly with the clinical Director to create new protocols to aid in state compliance and simplicity for facility and staff.
-Utilized the “GIRP” style of documentation.
Northbound Treatment Services, Newport Beach, CA December 2017-August 2018 Inpatient and Outpatient Case Manager
-Conducted up to 9 hours of clinical groups per week and created approved curriculum by master’s level supervisors’, focusing on psychoeducation, experiential, trauma based, DBT, anger management, and life skills groups.
-Ran a caseload of up to 20 Clients and worked with a therapist on a clinical team to direct the client’s course of treatment.
-Supported clients’ families in establishing boundaries, pursuing their own personal recovery, and conducting family sessions.
-Ensured all documentation was submitted within six hours of client contact.
-traveled between properties in order to see clients/escalate crisis/ or as a direct function of the job. YellowStone Recovery, Costa Mesa, CA January - November 2017 Internship, Inpatient and Outpatient AOD Counselor
-Conducted 12 hours of groups weekly, specializing in anger management and process groups approved by CA legal system.
-Completed Biopsychosocial Assessments on new intakes and created master treatment plans with clients.
-Conducted ORAS’ to clients on “STOP” with the California Parole system and subsequent legal systems within the CDRC.
-Utilized “DAP” style notations for documentation. RAW Recovery, Costa Mesa, CA August 2017- March 2018 Lead House Manager, Crisis Intervention Counselor
- Conducted Crisis Intervention and de-escalation.
- Conducted UA’s.
-Ensured and enforced curfew at all properties.
- Contacted families weekly to provide updates on loved ones.
- Conducted “room/house searches” at random.
- Ensured all policies and procedures were followed at all times while on premises,
- Determine if a client needed to go to detox and set up transport for the inebriated client. EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS
University of Massachusetts Global, Irvine, CA January 2022-August 2025 Master of Social Work (MSW) -Advanced Generalist
California Southern University, Costa Mesa, CA August 2017- October 2021 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Maude Cum Laude
Distance Learning Center for Addiction Studies June 2016 – April 2017 Vocational Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Hypnotherapy, Virtual April 2020
Trained Hypnotherapist by Janine Regaine Sinclair MA, NLP, Licensed Hypnotherapist Certified Access Bars Practitioner (Acupressure Modality)July 2019 Access Consciousness
The California Consortium of Addiction Treatment Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) Originally Issued: August 2018 Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor Level Two (CADC-II) International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC)Originally Issued: August 2018 Internationally and Nationally Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (ICADC) CCAPP & The National Behavioral Health Association of Providers (NBHAP) Certified Qualified Mental Health Specialist(QMHS)Originally Issued: June 2022 Ohio Risk Assessment System Trained (ORAS) San Diego, CA June 2017 California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDRC) ORGANIZATIONS
Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies Foundation (MAPS)2018 – Present Student for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP)
-Established the first Chapter in Beach Cities of the Santa Monica Bay and collaborated directly with division leaders, other chapters, clinicians, treatment professionals, and the community, which achieved the Division goal to abolish “1 to 100” mandatory minimum sentence for cocaine and crack-cocaine in 2021.
Organized educational events and outreach campaigns to raise awareness about emerging research on psychedelic-assisted therapies, including MDMA for PTSD and trauma treatment
-Facilitated campus-wide discussions and guest speaker panels on MAPS-sponsored MDMA studies, psychedelic ethics, and the intersection of mental health and drug policy reform
-Promoted scientific literacy around Schedule I substances by distributing peer-reviewed literature, screening documentary content, and engaging students in critical dialogue
-Advocated for destigmatization and compassionate approaches to substance use, emphasizing the therapeutic potential of entheogens within culturally competent frameworks
-Partnered with local and national organizations to improve access to naloxone, harm reduction resources, and educational materials around overdose prevention and safe use practices
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