Katherine Blum
DeKalb
Summary
Licensed clinical professional with strong background in mental health counseling. Skilled in therapeutic techniques, crisis intervention, and client assessment. Known for team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Proven ability to achieve impactful results and reliable performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner + Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Mountain View Clinical Counseling
05.2025 - Current
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in successful treatment.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self sufficiency.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Participated in ongoing professional development trainings to remain current on best practices within the counseling field.
- Improved client coping mechanisms with introduction of evidence-based practices.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Forward Thinking Therapy, LTD
04.2022 - 06.2025
- Enhanced client well-being by developing and implementing customized therapeutic interventions.
- Advocated for clients'' needs within various settings such as schools or workplaces to improve overall quality of life.
- Supported clients'' personal growth with goal setting, action planning, and progress monitoring.
- Educated clients on the importance of self-care strategies like exercise, nutrition, sleep hygiene, and social support networks for optimal mental health functioning.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health disorders and inform appropriate treatment plans.
- Improved client coping skills through cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and other evidence-based approaches.
- Increased client engagement in therapy by building strong rapport, promoting trust, and providing a safe environment for selfexploration.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client sessions, progress notes, treatment plans, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care.
- Utilized trauma-informed care approaches to support clients in processing and healing from past experiences of abuse or neglect.
- Promoted professional development by attending conferences, participating in continuing education courses, and staying current with advances in the field of mental health counseling.
- Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression in clients by utilizing mindfulness techniques and relaxation exercises.
- Treated various anxiety disorders, using exposure therapies such as in vivo, imaginal and virtual reality exposure.
- Maintained confidential records related to individual patient treatment using simple practice.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Susan Myket, PhD & Associates
07.2018 - 07.2022
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation, adhering to ethical standards and guidelines for professional practice.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a supportive and safe environment for self-exploration and growth.
- Enhanced client well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapy techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring comprehensive care for clients.
- Managed caseload of diverse clients, tailoring interventions to meet their unique needs and goals.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client strengths, weaknesses, and areas requiring intervention or support.
- Assisted families in navigating complex systems related to mental health services and resources available within the community.
- Delivered psychoeducation presentations to community groups on topics such as stress management, coping skills, and mental health awareness.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing solution-focused counseling sessions addressing specific concerns.
- Implemented group therapy sessions, facilitating open communication among participants and promoting mutual support.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
Clinical Counseling Intern
Taking Control Counseling
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for clients, resulting in improved outcomes.
- Increased awareness of available mental health resources by conducting presentations at local schools or community events.
- Provided psychotherapy incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and play-therapy to treat wide range of psychological problems in patients.
- Implemented motivational interviewing techniques to support clients'' readiness for change and facilitate their commitment to treatment goals.
- Formulated comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plans to facilitate and optimize follow-up by social workers by conducting thorough clinical interviews.
- Conducted psychological assessments for adults and children to help address variety of clinical concerns and performed educational testing to inform courts of intelligence and personality assessment results.
- Scheduled, organized and delivered comprehensive presentations on effective treatment of depression, anxiety, anger and cognitive-behavioral skills to manage negative emotions.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
- Helped clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
- Developed strong working relationships with community resources, fostering a network of support for clients during their recovery process.
- Maintained detailed case notes, documenting client progress and ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and HIPAA regulations.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL07-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Central College
Naperville, IL06-2014
Skills
- Relationship building
- Small business operations
- Individual counseling
- Behavioral intervention
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Patient safety
- Decision-making
- Patient care assessment
Timeline
Owner + Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Mountain View Clinical Counseling
05.2025 - Current
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Forward Thinking Therapy, LTD
04.2022 - 06.2025
Licensed Professional Counselor
Susan Myket, PhD & Associates
07.2018 - 07.2022
Clinical Counseling Intern
Taking Control Counseling
08.2016 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Central College
Similar Profiles
Tonya HaynesTonya Haynes
Director of Rehabilitation Services at Mountain View Care Center Skilled Nursing and Mountain View Outpatient ClinicDirector of Rehabilitation Services at Mountain View Care Center Skilled Nursing and Mountain View Outpatient Clinic
Kiah SartainKiah Sartain
Licensed Professional Counselor at Insight Clinical Counseling & WellnessLicensed Professional Counselor at Insight Clinical Counseling & Wellness
Michelle CaseyMichelle Casey
Administrative Asst/Medical Asst/Peer Support Specialist at Exodus Clinical Counseling ServicesAdministrative Asst/Medical Asst/Peer Support Specialist at Exodus Clinical Counseling Services
Jonathan MuyolaJonathan Muyola
Merchandiser at Sam's ClubMerchandiser at Sam's Club
Elise FitzpatrickElise Fitzpatrick
Police Officer at City of DeKalbPolice Officer at City of DeKalb