Patricia Kapusta
Glen Ellyn
Summary
Experienced Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with an extensive history of working in community mental health, hospital and healthcare, and private practice Industry. Skilled in Psychotherapy and Crisis Intervention. Over 10 years of experience providing therapeutic counseling and crisis intervention to individuals with various mental health needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Back to Balance Counseling and Consulting
12.2023 - Current
- Scheduled up to 30 clients per week with the goal of seeing 25 clients per week.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Motivated clients to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
- Delivered individualized, evidence-based psychotherapy for patients diagnosed with issues such as perinatal mood disorders and trauma.
Therapist
The Centered Life
01.2019 - 11.2023
- Over 4 years experience providing therapeutic counseling to individuals with various mental health needs
- Skilled in created individual treatment plans that meet the needs of clients
- Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and families
- Dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for clients
Behavioral Health Assessment Specialist
Advent Hinsdale Hospital
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Identified mental health needs of emergency department patients and assisted in appropriate interventions
- Conducted clinical interviews to assess and diagnose mental health issues
- Collaborated with other professionals and emergency department physicians to develop treatment plans
- Admits patients to the psychiatric unit with physicians orders or facilitates the transfer of the patient to another facility
- Reviews all paperwork for patients to ensure adherence with hospital and regulatory practices
Crisis Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor and Therapist
Thrive Counseling Center
08.2014 - 07.2019
- 5+ years of experience in counseling, crisis managements, and clinical supervision
- Skilled in providing therapeutic interventions to individuals in crisis or distress
- Proven ability to develop individualized treatment plans, coordinate referrals, and provide case management services
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in providing crisis counseling over the phone and in person to local police departments, schools, and residences
- Maintained a weekly clinical caseload of 15+ clients and covered crisis shifts
Patient Support Associate Department of Behavioral Health
NorthShore University Health System
03.2010 - 05.2015
- Assisted with patient intake and registration procedures
- Handled filing, copying, and data entry for patient records in the Department of Behavioral Health
- Scheduled and rescheduled appointments as needed
- Ensured that patient records and documents are organized and maintained
Education
MS - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06.2015
BA - Psychology
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN05.2008
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Develops good workplace relationships
- Self motivated and driven
- Documentation & recordkeeping
- Goal setting
- Behavioral assessment
- Individual counseling
- Evidence-based interventions
- Progress documentation
Certification
Perinatal Mental Health Certificate
Timeline
Therapist
Back to Balance Counseling and Consulting
12.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Assessment Specialist
Advent Hinsdale Hospital
08.2019 - 03.2022
Therapist
The Centered Life
01.2019 - 11.2023
Crisis Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor and Therapist
Thrive Counseling Center
08.2014 - 07.2019
Patient Support Associate Department of Behavioral Health
NorthShore University Health System
03.2010 - 05.2015
BA - Psychology
Indiana University
Perinatal Mental Health Certificate
MS - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
National Louis University
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