Karen Ice

Provided behavioral health services to eligible district students, facilitating appropriate behavioral health and personal growth. Identified student needs, developed therapy goals, and provided clinical supervision to pre-licensed therapists. Developed and maintained behavioral health programs, conducted assessments, and referred students to community agencies.

Volunteered as a small group leader and host, focusing on marriage, parenting, and personal development. Mentored young married couples in marriage and parenting skills. Facilitated discussions and provided guidance to foster personal growth.

Provided assessment, evaluation, intervention, and behavioral health therapy services for Special Education IDEA funded mental health programs. Developed IEP-driven, school-based treatment plans with specific goals and objectives. Conducted behavioral observations, provided treatment, and collaborated with schools, parents, and community agencies.

Taught in the Psychology Department (undergraduate) and the Master of Counseling Department. Developed class curriculum and was responsible for teaching, facilitating, grading, and guiding students. Courses included Introductory/Portfolio Counseling, Individual Therapy Interventions, Family Therapy Interventions, and Abnormal Psychology.

Provided Trauma Informed, Solution Focused, and Behavioral Therapy to uninsured child victims of trauma and abuse. Conducted observation, intervention, therapy, planning, personal advocacy, and medical charting. Collaborated with schools, Victim Witness, and community affiliates, and clinically supervised therapist interns.

Managed and supervised a behavioral health program, including therapists, case managers, and office staff, for a significant MediCal contract. Provided observation, assessment, diagnosis, crisis intervention, and therapeutic services to children and families in various settings. Ensured KCMH contract compliance and participated in IEPs, developing treatment plans with goals and objectives.

Provided Trauma Informed, Solution Focused, Behavioral Therapy, and Neurotherapy for children, adults, and families. Conducted assessment, treatment planning, education, intervention, therapy, personal advocacy, and medical charting. Collaborated with schools and community affiliates to ensure comprehensive support.

Volunteered in elementary classrooms, assisting with child reading groups and teacher-appointed activities. Provided student assistance and supported grading tasks. Contributed to a positive learning environment and aided classroom operations.

Applied psychological principles to real estate and marketing for new and renovated homes. Involved in design, purchase, and sales processes, along with training initiatives. Studied market trends and developed strategic approaches, while also managing bookkeeping, documentation, business, and contractors.

Clinically supervised therapists, program managers, and programs for KCMH's MediCal contracts for children and adolescents, including onsite school programs. Provided observation, assessment, diagnostic, crisis, and therapeutic services to children and families. Ensured system compliance, conducted team planning, and managed budgeting.

Developed and supervised a child and adolescent crisis response team, including assessment, diagnosis, and crisis intervention. Conducted school and community-based planning, observation, intervention, and treatment. Provided Behavioral and Strength Based therapy, case management, and staff training.

Conducted child and adult screening, assessment, and diagnosing. Provided linkage, case management, referrals, and medical charting. Involved in crisis intervention and supervised clinical assessments and screening processes.

Provided assessment, diagnosing, mental health treatment, and medical charting for KCMH MediCal contracts for children and adolescents. Delivered strength-based, brief individual, family, and group therapy. Focused on child, adolescent, and family therapy, parenting, coordinated care, and grief education.

Conducted intake, DSM diagnosing, and provided individual, marital, family, and group counseling. Maintained accurate progress notes and reports. Regularly reported to supervisor on client progress and case management.

Supervised, protected, and counseled juveniles of the court, including intake and observation at Central School. Managed unit programs and wrote comprehensive reports. Assisted in training new staff and provided supervision to ensure effective team performance.

Grade: 3.71

Earned a Master of Science in Psychology with honors, achieving a cumulative GPA of 3.71. The curriculum focused on advanced psychological theories and research.

Completed a Master of Science in School Psychology with a PPSP Credential. This program focused on preparing professionals for roles in school psychology.

Grade: 3.52

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics with honors, maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.52. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of home economics principles.

Grade: 4.0

Obtained certification in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with a perfect GPA of 4.0. This program provided specialized training in behavioral analysis techniques.