Brian Ring
Scottsbluff
Summary
As a social worker and mental health therapist over the past seven years I have a proven track record of helping clients improve mental health and well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate treatment modalities and interventions to meet needs of individuals. Passionate about helping people manage mental health and improve quality of life
I have excellent interpersonal and communication skills builds meaningful relationships with clients and families. Experienced in working with clients from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. Offers crisis intervention to help individuals navigate through traumatic experiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker/Mental Health Therapist
United States Department Of Veterans Affairs
05.2014 - 03.2021
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Collaborated with clients through effective evidenced based protocols, including: Cognitive Behavior Therapy For Depression, and Chronic Pain as well Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Associate of Arts - Bible College
Charis Bible College
Woodland Park Colorado 05.2023
Master of Arts - Social Work (MSW)
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05.1987
Bachelor of Arts -
Long Island University
Greenvale, NY05.1984
Skills
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (PTSD}
- CBT For Depression
- CBT For Chronic Pain
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy For Depression
- Motivational Interviewing
- Certified Interpersonal Psychotherapy For Depression Trainer US Department Of Veterans Affairs)
- Certified Christian Minister (State Of Colorado)
Timeline
Social Worker/Mental Health Therapist
United States Department Of Veterans Affairs
05.2014 - 03.2021
Associate of Arts - Bible College
Charis Bible College
Master of Arts - Social Work (MSW)
Adelphi University
Bachelor of Arts -
Long Island University
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