B Heff
@bheff
Licensed clinical counselor specializing in substance-use treatment, crisis intervention, and client-centered care.
What I'm looking for
I am a licensed clinical counselor with extensive experience in substance-use treatment, crisis intervention, and coordinated care across inpatient and community settings. I have managed large caseloads, streamlined crisis response protocols, and improved client outcomes through evidence-based practices and consistent progress monitoring.
My background includes roles as a clinical therapist, crisis and referral specialist, and housing and support services coordinator, where I built resources, delivered trainings, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams. I am committed to compassionate, data-informed care and continuous professional development to better serve clients and community partners.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Crisis and Referral Specialist
Elevance
Feb 2025 - Present (11 months)
Manage high-stress crisis situations, conduct in-depth assessments, and streamline triage procedures to reduce response times and improve client outcomes.
Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor
Behavioral Health Group
Dec 2023 - Nov 2024 (11 months)
Managed a caseload of ~60 clients providing counseling and crisis intervention, coordinated multidisciplinary care, and evaluated program effectiveness to optimize outcomes.
Clinical Therapist
Vertava Health
Sep 2018 - Jul 2024 (5 years 10 months)
Delivered integrated clinical services, coordinated care with primary providers, and maintained comprehensive progress reports to support patient wellness plans.
Family Focused Solutions Counselor
Behavioral Health Initiatives
Apr 2020 - Jul 2022 (2 years 3 months)
Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration while maintaining accurate documentation for effective case management.
Consumer Housing Specialist
Behavioral Health Initiatives
Feb 2015 - Aug 2018 (3 years 6 months)
Researched and developed a comprehensive housing information database, provided consumer training on housing resources, and distributed community housing information to address needs.
Support Broker
Public Partnerships LLC
Aug 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year 4 months)
Explained support broker services, assisted with enrollment, monitored worker performance, and coordinated with care coordinators to meet member needs.
Crisis Assessor
Alliance HealthCare Services
Dec 2011 - Aug 2013 (1 year 8 months)
Conducted telephone crisis assessments and arranged appropriate levels of care including inpatient, CSU, and respite placements to ensure client safety.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Capella University
Graduate Certificate, Addictive Behavior
Completed a Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Theory in Addictive Behavior focused on evidence-based approaches to addiction counseling.
Argosy University
Master of Arts, Community Counseling
Earned a Master of Arts in Community Counseling with training in clinical assessment and community-based therapeutic interventions.
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology covering core psychological theories and research methods relevant to clinical practice.
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