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Sierra Atkins

@sierraatkins

Substance Abuse Counselor at Pyramid Healthcare who conducted ASAM assessments and provided individual counseling and group therapy.

United States

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At Pyramid Healthcare, I conducted ASAM and biopsychosocial assessments, provided individual counseling, and facilitated group therapy for clients with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

At Treatment Trends, I facilitated group sessions and provided individual counseling focused on relapse prevention and recovery goals. I also assisted with treatment planning and interdisciplinary coordination.

At Merakey and KidsPeace, I supported behavioral health care, therapeutic programming, and crisis response. I hold a BS in Psychology from University of Maryland Global Campus and am pursuing an MS in Psychology at Lehigh University.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Substance Abuse Counselor

Pyramid Healthcare

Jan 2026 - May 2026 (4 months)

Facilitated group therapy sessions and provided individual counseling for clients with substance use and co-occurring disorders. Managed caseloads and maintained compliant clinical documentation.

Substance Abuse Counseling Group Therapy Individual Counseling Treatment Planning Clinical Documentation Crisis Intervention

Psychiatric Technician I (PRN)

Merakey

Apr 2025 - May 2026 (1 year 1 month)

Supported behavioral health care for residents in psychiatric settings. Assisted with ADLs, medication support, and therapeutic programming while maintaining a safe environment.

Behavioral Health ADL Assistance Medication Assistance Therapeutic Programming Crisis Intervention Clinical Documentation

Substance Abuse Counselor

Treatment Trends

Sep 2025 - Jan 2026 (4 months)

Facilitated daily group therapy sessions and provided individual counseling focused on relapse prevention. Assisted with treatment planning and maintained compliant clinical documentation.

Group Therapy Individual Counseling Relapse Prevention Treatment Planning Clinical Documentation

Mental Health Technician

KidsPeace

Apr 2024 - Oct 2024 (6 months)

Maintained a structured therapeutic environment for youth clients and led therapeutic groups. Responded to crisis situations and provided first aid when necessary.

Therapeutic Environment Group Facilitation Behavioral Interventions Crisis Response First aid

Telecommunications Technician

GDIT Subcontract

Nov 2022 - Feb 2023 (3 months)

Installed and repaired telecommunications and VoIP systems. Troubleshot technical issues and supported infrastructure upgrades.

Telecommunications VoIP Troubleshooting System Testing Infrastructure

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Lehigh University

Master of Science, Psychology

Master of Science in Psychology, in progress, expected completion in 2028.

University of Maryland Global Campus

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Grade: 3.33

Activities and societies: Dean's List (2022–2023)

Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Maryland Global Campus, completed in June 2025 with a GPA of 3.33 and Dean's List recognition.