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Sarah Donnelly

@sarahdonnelly

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Dedicated Military Family Life Counselor with a passion for mental health.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges me and allows for professional growth in a supportive environment.

I am an educated and experienced Military Family Life Counselor, providing essential mental health counseling services to military members and their families at Schofield Barracks, HI. My ambition and hard work as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) drive me to expand my career and contribute to the field of clinical psychology. I pride myself on being a natural leader with strong creative and critical thinking skills, thriving both autonomously and within a team environment.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed a caseload of 20-25 clients, offering short-term, solution-focused counseling to help them navigate the unique stressors associated with military life. My experience includes conducting psycho-educational briefings on topics such as work-life balance and emotional regulation. Additionally, I have honed my skills through various internships, integrating art therapy into treatment plans and coordinating crisis management efforts to ensure the best care for my clients.

My educational background includes a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy from Drexel University, where I graduated with a GPA of 3.97. I am committed to lifelong learning and professional development, as evidenced by my certifications and ongoing training in ethical decision-making and military culture. I strive to foster collaboration and innovation in every role I undertake, making me a valuable asset to any team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Military Family Life Counselor

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Leidos Inc

Sep 2020 - Present (4 years 9 months)

Provided short-term, solution-focused counseling services to a caseload of 20-25 military members and their families, addressing stressors specific to military career and relational concerns. Conducted psycho-educational briefings for commands and the community on topics such as work-life balance and emotional regulation.

Mental Health Counseling Emotional Regulation

Clinical Administrative Assistant

Drexel University Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy Cl

Aug 2021 - Jun 2022 (10 months)

Performed administrative duties to foster organization, cohesion, and collaboration within the clinic. Redesigned the clinic website to promote accessibility and program advancement, and increased weekly referrals by developing social media platforms.

Administrative Support Social Media Marketing Clinic Operations Referrals

Clinical Therapy Intern

Rikki Ford LLC

Sep 2021 - Apr 2022 (7 months)

Delivered direct client services to a caseload of up to 20 adolescents, adults, and families, integrating art therapy interventions into CBT and DBT treatment plans. Managed intake documentation, assessments, treatment planning, and billing, while coordinating with crisis management and referral services.

Art Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)DBT Treatment Planning Billing

Clinical Therapy Intern

Victory Bay Recovery Center

Dec 2020 - Apr 2021 (4 months)

Administered Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) services for adults undergoing addiction and mental health rehabilitation. Designed and facilitated art therapy process-groups for 10-20 adults, focusing on substance use psycho-education, relational therapy, and motivational interviewing to cultivate relapse prevention skills.

IOP Services Mental Health Rehabilitation Art Therapy Motivational Interviewing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Drexel University, College of Nursing and Health Professionals

Master of Arts, Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy

Grade: GPA 3.97

Completed a Master of Arts program focusing on mental health counseling and the integration of art therapy techniques. Gained advanced knowledge in clinical psychology and therapeutic interventions.

Saint Michael’s College

Bachelor of Arts, Art Education and Studio Art & Design

Grade: GPA 3.62

Pursued a Bachelor of Arts with a dual focus on art education and studio art & design. Developed foundational skills in artistic creation and pedagogical methods for teaching art.