Experience
Innovate mental health solutions, llc
January 2012 - Present
Private psychotherapy practice specializing in Trauma and Addiction, with focus on thos with major life interruption and mental health diagnoses such as Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depression. Social skills and communication groups for youth wiht Social Anxiety, ADHD, and those on the Autism Spectrum. Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and DBT focus in most cases, but the main goal is individualized treatment.
Billing, scheduling, marketing, hiring and clinical supervision of interns and staff.
popped collar productions
Podcast Production for individuals & organizations, particularly Health, Human Services, and Nonprofit agencies. Production and Cohosting provided for the podcast for the Waismann Method Rapid Detx center in Los Angeles. Production rexperience also includes “The Rise Today Inspirational Podcast, with Dr Erica Harris” and “MonkeyTraps: Why We Try to control Everything Around Us.” Created the pilot podcast for Selwyn Jones, Uncle of George Floyd, Social Advocate, Host of “Setting it Straight wiht Uncle Selwyn,” and founder of the nonprofit Hope929.
the broken brain podcast
Host and creator of The Broken Brain, a podcast founded in 2014, and focused on the intersection of Psychology & Culture. in the top 1.5% of downloaded podcasts, in the top 5% of Mental Health and Educational podcasts. The show covers Mental Health Tips, Dives into the history of Psychology, and interviews with Therapists, Coaches, Authors, and Filmmakers.
Faculty for the University of Phoenix-Master’s of counseling Program
September 2013 - July 2019
Adjunct Faculty for graduate level counseling program, Utah Campus of the University of Phoenix private college. Courses taught include: Psychopharmacology, Psychometrics, Introduction to Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis, Psychopathology: Advanced Clinical Assessment, and Career and Vocational Counseling
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Davis Behavioral Health
April 2009 - August 2012
Program Supervisor of a clinical team of Master’s level clinicians providing individual and group psychotherapy in a Community mental health setting. Client population includes individuals court ordered to mentally health and substance abuse treatment. Responsible for utilization review, team training, and management of an active caseload.
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Davis Applied Technology College
October 2004 - April 2009
College Counselor for a technical college. Academic, vocational, and personal counseling with students in a technical college setting. Provision of security, ombudsman, conflict resolution, and student discipline services. Helped to broaden services to address clinical problems such as depression, anxiety, grief & trauma recovery, and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
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Valley Mental Health
July 2001 - October 2004
Unit Supervisor of a residential treatment program, part of a larger campus of programs for youth in State custody. Supervised a team of 24 staff providing educational and behavioral support to Dually-Diagnosed youth with trauma, abuse, and sexual perpetration issues. Coordinated with local school district, law enforcement, and treatment providers. Managed unit personnel and supplies budget.
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Philhaven Behavioral Healthcare
December 1999 - July 2001
Psychiatric Aide for inpatient mental health treatment for youth and adults. Promoted to an Activities Counselor for a clinical After-School program, working with academic and behavioral needs of youth. Most youth were court ordered into treatment. Provided case management between parents, medical staff, and social workers.
Objective
My entire career has been focused on connecting and supporting people. That’s why I studied psychology. The the bulk of my business is providing group & individual psychotherapy, and producing podcasts for human service and nonprofit agencies. I reach out to the community through Podcasting and public trainings. I’ve been able to help others connect with each other as well, which is satisfying on a different level. I also write things.
Creating things and seeing where others are and have been is exciting to me personally and professionally. If you are looking to create, teach, or connect then you should probably give me a call. .
Interest
Podcasting & Audio Engineering
Reading
Movies & Film Writing
Storytelling
Mario Kart
Education
University of Phoenix
Master’s of Mental Health Counseling
Graduated February 2008
Weber State University
B.S. Psychology & Criminal Justice
Graduated August 2004
Harrisburg Area Community College
A.A. Liberal Arts Psychology
Graduated May 2001