LaTarsha Bronaugh
South Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor by the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy. Hardworking, reliable, dependable, collaborative, flexible, team orientated, organized and passionate. 15 Years of experience working with adolescent youth of all ages and their families as a Mental Health Therapist. Familiar with client assessments, ongoing evaluations, treatment planning and well-versed in effective therapeutic modalities, intervention and techniques.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Day Treatment Program Therapist
Northeast Youth & Family Services
10.2008 - Current
- Provide daily group psychotherapy in a day treatment milieu setting for adolescence.
- Provide one hour of weekly Individual therapy for assigned clients on caseload.
- Facilitate and support therapeutic skills groups and activities for adolescence in a day treatment milieu setting.
- Maintain regular communication with client's family/guardian or other involved providers.
- Provide monthly family meetings for assigned client's on caseload.
- Conduct and Complete diagnostic interviews/assessments according to MN DHS CTTS standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs.
- Create and update individualized treatment plans for assigned clients on caseload. That aline from the diagnostic assessment.
- Provide therapeutic and case management services for assigned clients on caseload.
- Manage caseload effectively, maintaining timely and accurate documentation for all clients throughout the course of treatment.
- Provide crisis intervention services as needed, ensuring safety and stabilization for clients experiencing distress.
- Periodic prior authorization insurance reviews as requested by insurance provider.
- Collaborate with team members to provide a safe, therapeutic and structure milieu setting.
- Develop therapeutic rapport with diverse clientele, enabling successful completion of program goals.
- Mentor graduate school clinical trainees of color in the STEP Program (STEPS Toward Equitable Practice Scholar).
- Attend and be an active participate at all scheduled staff meetings and consultations.
Master's Level Clinical Intern
Catholic Charities: Day Treatment Program
01.2008 - 08.2008
- Supported licensed clinical therapist and co-facilitated psychotherapy groups and skills training groups.
- Provided individual therapy to assigned client.
- Participated in regular supervision sessions, receiving feedback, suggestions and knowledge related to professional skills, growth development and healthy future clinical therapeutic success.
- Supported clinical staff and mental health practitioners by performing assigned tasks.
- Was trained in clinical documentation.
- Attended and actively participated in scheduled staff meetings and case consultations.
Student Worker/Office Assistant
St. Cloud State University: Women's Center
05.2006 - 08.2008
- Lead student staff member serving as trainer, mentor, and role model for numerous student staff.
- Participated as an active organization member for the organization Students for Sexual Consent.
- Chaired Women's Center's Body Image/Eating Disorders Awareness Committee.
- Co-facilitated five-week psycho-education group on assertiveness and empowerment.
- Organized and publicized educational programming on campus.
- Consistently coordinated and completed task in a timely manner.
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Maintained excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guest, customers, and fellow teammates.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities when faced with unexpected challenges during event coordination or daily tasks.
Graduate Assistant
St. Cloud State University: Community Psychology
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Performed administrative tasks or other assigned tasks that were given ensure smooth operations within academic department.
- Assisted professors when asked or needed.
- Served as graduate liaison between faculty members and students
- Managed organized, orderly student databases and tracking systems.
Youth Worker/General Staff Member
Boy And Girls Club Of Central Minnesota
05.2006 - 08.2006
- Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
- Promoted safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
- Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
- Supervised youth when they attended the boys and girls club after school hours.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
Health and Life Skills Undergraduate Intern
Boys And Girls Club Of Central Minnesota
01.2006 - 05.2006
- Worked with diverse youth population.
- Assisted in developing afterschool curriculum, activities and skills group exercises for youth to participate in after school.
- Co-facilitated skills group exercises and activities for youth to engage in.
- Developed professional communication skills through regular interactions with supervisors and colleagues.
- Shadowed experienced professionals, learning key skills, practices and methodologies.
- Improved team collaboration by actively participating in meetings and contributing valuable input.
Sexual Assault Peer Advocate Student Coordinator
St. Cloud State University: Women's Center
09.2005 - 05.2006
- Liaison for women of color, with the goal of increasing visibility and access to gender violence services.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing empathetic and effective support.
- Developed tailored action plans that addressed each client's specific needs or wants.
- Conducted regular follow-ups with clients when needed or when client found necessary/fit.
- Created safe space where clients felt comfortable discussing personal challenges without fear of judgment or stigma.
- Facilitated meetings for the Sexual Assault Peer Advocate Program.
Education
Master of Science - Community Counseling (CACREP Accreditation)
St. Cloud State University
720 4th Avenue S, St. Cloud, MN 5630108.2008
Bachelor of Science - Community Psychology
St. Cloud State University
720 4th Avenue S, St. Cloud, MN 5630105.2006
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Psychoeducation
- Behavioral Intervention
- Treatment Planning
- Group Therapy
- Active Listening
- HIPAA Compliance
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Intervention
- Documentation And Reporting
- Multicultural Competence
- Individual Counseling
Additional Information
Adler Graduate School Minnetonka, Minnesota: Certificate of Completion: Attended Course Clinical Supervision Training April 22, 2021 to May 20, 2021 and was awarded 45 CE's.
Timeline
Day Treatment Program Therapist
Northeast Youth & Family Services
10.2008 - Current
Master's Level Clinical Intern
Catholic Charities: Day Treatment Program
01.2008 - 08.2008
Graduate Assistant
St. Cloud State University: Community Psychology
08.2006 - 05.2007
Student Worker/Office Assistant
St. Cloud State University: Women's Center
05.2006 - 08.2008
Youth Worker/General Staff Member
Boy And Girls Club Of Central Minnesota
05.2006 - 08.2006
Health and Life Skills Undergraduate Intern
Boys And Girls Club Of Central Minnesota
01.2006 - 05.2006
Sexual Assault Peer Advocate Student Coordinator
St. Cloud State University: Women's Center
09.2005 - 05.2006
Master of Science - Community Counseling (CACREP Accreditation)
St. Cloud State University
Bachelor of Science - Community Psychology
St. Cloud State University
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