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Mary Rodriguez

Joliet

Summary

Accomplished therapist with extensive experience at BetterHelp, excelling in client assessment and documentation. Proven ability to enhance client outcomes through evidence-based practices and collaborative care. Skilled in crisis intervention and emotional intelligence, driving a 30% improvement in client satisfaction. Adept at fostering communication and multicultural competence in diverse therapeutic settings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Therapist

BetterHelp
Joliet
03.2020 - Current
  • Provided support during therapy sessions by facilitating communication.
  • Documented client progress and maintained accurate records.
  • Educated clients on coping strategies and wellness techniques.
  • Engaged in continuous learning about mental health trends and best practices.
  • Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.
  • Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.

Social Worker

University of Chicago Medical Center
Chicago
10.2017 - Current
  • Facilitated patient assessments to determine social service needs and resources.
  • Coordinated care plans with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient support.
  • Provided crisis intervention and emotional support during critical situations.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of case notes and progress reports.
  • Collaborated with external agencies to secure additional support services for clients.
  • Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.

Therapist

Talkspace
Joliet
09.2022 - 08.2025
  • Conducted initial assessments to understand client needs and concerns.
  • Assisted in developing personalized treatment plans for clients.
  • Documented client progress and maintained accurate records.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care strategies.
  • Provided support during therapy sessions by facilitating communication.
  • Documented all interactions with clients according to agency policy and procedures.
  • Provided psychoeducation on topics such as stress management, anger management, parenting skills.
  • Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.

Education

Master of Social Work -

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
05-2016

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
05-2013

Skills

  • Client assessment and documentation
  • Psychotherapy and therapy delivery
  • Crisis intervention and management
  • Treatment planning and progress assessment
  • Collaborative care and multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Communication and conflict resolution skills
  • Problem solving and emotional intelligence
  • Family and narrative therapy
  • Client confidentiality and referral coordination
  • Cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT)
  • Dialectical behavior techniques (DBT)
  • Empathy development and support
  • Psychoeducation and one-on-one sessions
  • Multicultural competence in care
  • Electronic health record management

Certification

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker 149022998
  • NPI 1457936353

Timeline

Therapist

Talkspace
09.2022 - 08.2025

Therapist

BetterHelp
03.2020 - Current

Social Worker

University of Chicago Medical Center
10.2017 - Current

Master of Social Work -

Chicago State University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Chicago State University
Mary Rodriguez