Mental Health Counselor

John Knuth

920-***-**** Sheboygan Falls, WI *****.****@*****.***

SUMMARY

Dynamic behavioral health clinician with 15 years of experience in comprehensive mental health, working with a diverse population, utilizing evidence-based practice. Data-proven professional across two continents, identifying and delivering treatment plans for mental health and addiction clientele. Passionate therapist, community outreach specialist, and active-duty Marine Corps veteran, able to work with multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced and highly stressful conditions. SKILLS

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy

• Cognitive Processing Therapy

• Addiction Therapy

• Prolonged Exposure Therapy

• Child, Couple & Family Therapy

• Cross-Cultural Competence

• Domestic Violence Intervention

• Suicide Intervention

• Japanese Language and Culture

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Master of Arts: Bowie State University 2003 - 2008 Major: Counseling Psychology

Inducted to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi in Dec 2006. Bachelor of Arts: University of Maryland, Asia 1996 - 2000 Major: Psychology

Inducted to membership into The Continuing Education Honor Society of Alpha Sigma Lambda in Jan 1997.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor: WA State Department of Health Aug 2010 - Mar 2026 Credential Number LH 60170316

National Certified Counselor: National Board for Certified Counselors May 2011 - Mar 2026 Certification Number 223680

BEHAVIORAL AND MENTAL HEALTH WORK EXPERIENCE

CONTRACTED LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR

Lyra Health – Washington State Telehealth Aug 2023 - Present

• Provided evidence-based clinical treatment to individuals, couples, families, and children.

• Offered clinically appropriate care to high-risk and sensitive special client populations.

• Conducted HIPPAA-compliant virtual therapy and secured client written informed consent.

• Case-managed clients with wraparound services within a 48-hour window.

• Communicated client progress, emergency events, and follow-up care to the health panel.

• Prepared and maintained appropriate records as required under state law. BEHAVIORAL AND MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDER

Professional Family Services - Sheboygan County, WI Apr 2021 - Mar 2025

• Performed psychoeducation services and provided resources to clients ages 8-70.

• Administered skills training and problem-solving educational services to clients and family.

• Partnered with parents and family to address mental health and/or substance abuse issues.

• Coordinated services with schools, medical providers, and numerous community agencies.

• Ensured treatment goals were met and developed additional interventions as needed.

• Maintained case records and data in accordance with HIPPAA, state and federal laws. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST

In Home Behavioral Health Specialists - Mequon, WI Nov 2020 - Mar 2021

• Provided experiential psychoeducation and growth mentoring to clients ages 9 to 65.

• Developed and maintained positive and trusting relationships with clients.

• Engaged clients in equine, canine, animal, art, nature, horticulture, and music activities.

• Enhanced personal services through highly creative and self-directed environments.

• Maintained records and data of client interaction for progress tracking purposes. US MARINE CORPS CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE

CLINICAL COUNSELOR

Marine Corps Community Services - Iwakuni, Japan/Camp Pendleton, CA May 2017 - Dec 2019

• Provided direct counseling services to US military members, civilians and family members.

• Performed clinical screening assessments and acute crisis interventions for urgent care.

• Provided short-term solution-focused therapy to clients with cooccurring mental disorders.

• Facilitated domestic violence intervention groups and victim treatment interventions.

• Coordinated care with other clinicians and professionals within the military community.

• Conducted assessments and evaluations of existing programs to determine effectiveness.

• Served as subject matter expert on client level of functioning, prognosis, and referral needs.

• Provided Japanese/English translation services for counselors and law enforcement.

• Child Care National Agencies Checks and Inquiries (CNACI) approved clinician. TRAINING

• Mental Health Academy - Child & School Counseling Summit Feb 2025

• Center for Deployment Psychology - Star Behavioral Health Tier 2 Provider Feb 2025

• Center for Deployment Psychology - Star Behavioral Health Tier 1 Provider Nov 2024

• Improving Cultural Competency for Behavioral Health Professionals Sep 2024

• Mental Health Academy - Suicide Prevention Summit Sep 2024

• Evidence-Based Practices, FFT/DBT-C/TF-CBT Mar 2024

• Managing Threatening Confrontations, Child-Focused Mar 2024

• Trauma-Informed Care through a Culturally Responsive Lens Sep 2023

• Multi-Cultural Counseling for LGBTQ Clients Jul 2019

• Prevention Research Institute - Prime for Life Motivational Interviewing Dec 2018

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