My mission is to help individuals improve their quality of life and discover who they are and what they’d like to accomplish in life by being a present, attentive, compassionate, and non-judgemental therapist. I have vast experience in treating individuals suffering from substance abuse and chemical dependency, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger, domestic violence, trauma and PTSD, psychosis, and other debilitating mental health challenges. I strive towards fostering a working relationship with my clients and I recognize the client’s needs for feeling heard and validated as we progress through the treatment plan goals. I am also a staunch advocate for and frequently practice the following theory orientations that are a best-fit for the client’s needs:
Evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
Client-centered (non-judgmental) Therapy
Reality Therapy
Existential Therapy
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Attachment Theory Therapy
Psychoeducation
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Vocational Therapy
Motivational Enhancement Therapy
Adlerian Therapy
Eclectic Therapy
Summary of Skills and Qualifications:
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Supervisory Certificate with the state of New Mexico/Board approved clinical supervisor
Intensive Outpatient (IOP) training certification
Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS) supervisory training and certification
Attestation of Training Related to Providing Clinical Supervision of Non-Clinical Staff
3.5+ years of facilitating group therapy for Adult Intensive Outpatient (IOP); holistic therapy to include substance abuse, trauma-informed care, depression, anxiety, and grief/loss
4+ years of experience providing individual therapy and consultation
1+ year of facilitating group therapy for Adolescent Intensive Outpatient (IOP); ages 13 to 18 years of age
1.5+ years of supervisory experience; overseeing and guiding junior clinicians with clinical documentation and group therapy proficiency
At least one year of experience performing diagnostic interviews; Biopsychosocial mental health diagnosis and proficiency in DSM-5-TR diagnoses
Experience facilitating level 1 outpatient therapy groups
Knowledge in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy evidence-based theories to provide efficacious therapy
Proficient in Electronic Health Records (EHR) clinical note record keeping
Knowledgeable in Program Evaluation and Management
Proficient in Microsoft Office Package (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Adobe Photoshop)
Knowledge in health care policy and socioeconomic determinants of health
Education:
-Masters in Guidance and Counseling; Clinical Mental Health Counseling
New Mexico Highlands University, Las Vegas, NM
July 27, 2020: GPA 4.0
-Masters in Public Administration Concentration in Health Care Policy
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
May 12, 2017: GPA 3.78
-Bachelor of Arts in Economics
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
May 2011: GPA 3.29
-Associates of Science with Honors
New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, NM
May 2008: GPA 3.45
Work Experience:
-Clinical Director at Self-Discovery Recovery
1052 Main St NE, Suite D. Los Lunas, NM 87031
Owner/founder (October 18, 2023-Present)
-IOP Therapist at Full Circle Recovery
100 South Sixth Street, Socorro, NM 87801. (505-865-4140)
Owner/Clinical Director: William Garberina
Responsibilities: (July, 2020-Present)
CLINICAL SUPERVISION EXPERIENCE (2021-present)
Functioned as lead therapist in Socorro FCR clinic
Attended community stakeholder planning meetings
Was responsible for Socorro clinic CYFD and Probation/Parole monthly reporting
Provided direct clinical supervision for three clinical interns
Performed clinical document review
Developed policies and procedures for Adolescent IOP
NM state approved clinical counseling supervisor
Facilitate IOP groups and provide substitution for other group facilitators, as needed.
Provide individual therapy and maintain a caseload independently.
Provide clinical documentation to represent all clinical services within 24 to 48 hours of direct client contact.
Administer biopsychosocial diagnostic interviews for prospective clients utilizing the DSM-5-TR via Electronic Health Records software
Provide clinical supervision and oversight to internship level providers and non-independent clinicians
Collaborate with stakeholders and provide clinical mental health services and supervision, as needed
-Internship at Full Circle Recovery
100 South Sixth Street, Socorro, NM 87801. (505-865-4140)
Owner/Clinical Director: William Garberina
Responsibilities: (January, 2020 to July, 2020
Cofacilitate IOP groups and provide substitution for other group facilitators, as needed.
Provide individual therapy and maintain a caseload of at least eight clients.
Provide clinical documentation to represent all clinical interventions within 24 to 48 hours of direct client contact.
Construct and maintain billing spreadsheets for IOP interventions