Megan Watts
Pineville
Summary
Compassionate counselor with expertise in crisis intervention and group therapy facilitation. Skilled in developing tailored treatment plans that empower clients toward recovery and well-being.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intensive Outpatient Counselor
Longleaf Hospital
Alexandria
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted individual counseling sessions for clients with mental health challenges.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to each client's specific needs and goals.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on coping strategies, skill building, relapse prevention, and support.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive client care.
- Maintained accurate client records and documentation in compliance with regulations.
- Assisted clients in setting achievable goals for their recovery journey.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during critical situations.
Internship Student
Longleaf Hospital
Alexandria
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted healthcare staff with patient intake and assessment processes.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on mental health and substance abuse topics.
- Engaged with patients to provide comfort and support during their stay.
- Researched best practices in patient care to enhance service delivery.
- Worked well in team environment as well as independently.
- Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
- Maintained records of all activities related to various projects.
Mental Health Technician
Longleaf Hospital
Alexandria
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients at Longleaf Hospital.
- Documented patient progress and observations in electronic health records accurately.
- Supported patients with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, MN05-2021
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Individual counseling
- Group therapy facilitation
- Client documentation
- Mental health assessment
Certification
National Board for Certified Counselor Accreditation
Timeline
Intensive Outpatient Counselor
Longleaf Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Internship Student
Longleaf Hospital
02.2024 - 11.2024
Mental Health Technician
Longleaf Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2024
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At Tyler