Licensed Associate Counselor with CBT Expertise
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BRANDI VANAMBURG
Jonesboro, AR ***** 870-***-**** **************@*****.*** WWW: Bold Profile
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished Licensed Associate Counselor adept in crisis intervention and CBT techniques, enhanced client satisfaction through empathetic communication and effective treatment planning. Demonstrated multicultural competence, achieving significant progress in client mental health recovery. SKILLS
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Treatment Planning
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Building rapport
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Crisis intervention
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One-on-one sessions
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CBT techniques
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Family therapy
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Behavior modification
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Multicultural competence
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Progress assessment
WORK HISTORY
TelaHealth Therapist, 08/2023 - 07/2024
Wellnite, Inc – San Francisco, CA
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Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions. Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity
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of care across providers.
Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the
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therapeutic relationship.
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Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues. Substance Abuse Counselor, 05/2019 - 03/2020
BHG – Fayetteville, AR
Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the
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treatment team.
Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering
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them to maintain long-term sobriety.
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Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
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Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis. Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and
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families to appropriate resources.
Family Services Counselor, 01/2016 - 09/2018
Arkansas Regional Organ Recovery Organization – Fayetteville, TX
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Maintained confidential records and documentation in
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K-Pu
database.
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Attended and participated staff meetings and training seminars. Conducted intake interviews and completed assessments to understand client needs and discover issues
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that affect treatment.
Identified and reported signs and symptoms of violence, abuse and neglect for immediate intervention and
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remediation.
Counselor and Teacher, 08/2013 - 08/2015
Archer Learning Center; Springdale Public Schools – Springdale, AR Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards
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achievement.
Maintained accurate documentation of student interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective
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case management.
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Educated students on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self sufficiency. Improved student satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their
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unique challenges.
Counselor and Teacher, 06/2008 -
07/2013 Elkins Public Schools – Elkins,
AR
Assisted students in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards
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achievement.
Maintained accurate documentation of student interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective
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case management.
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Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self sufficiency. Improved student satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their
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unique challenges.
Other past work experience: waitressing, administrative assistant, accounts receivable EDUCATION
Master of Arts: Professional Counseling,
05/2014 Harding University - Searcy, AR
Bachelor of Science: Secondary Education,
05/2007 Arkansas State University - Jonesboro,
AR
REFERENCES
Tena Hauk 870-***-****
Dr. Larry Pillow 501-***-****
Tommy Reschel 501-***-****
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