Vanessa Wattnem
Licensed Marriage And Family Therapist Associate
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate with over 5 years experience providing therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families in Mexico. Skilled in developing and implementing treatment plans for clients dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. Passionate about fostering healthy relationships and empowering clients to overcome challenges through evidence based therapeutic interventions. Fluent in Spanish, adept at crisis intervention, and committed to continuous professional development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Marriage and Family Therapist
Private Practice
04.2018 - Current
- Conduct therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families dealing with relationship issues, trauma, and mental health conditions.
- Cultivate a safe and trusting environment for clients to openly discuss sensitive issues and experiences.
- Educate clients on mental health topics to promote understanding and destigmatize seeking professional help.
- Assist clients in navigating life transitions, such as career changes or divorce, with a focus on resilience and adaptation.
- Leverage practice management software to complete weekly progress notes, update quarterly treatment plans and maintain patient records.
- Improve couples'' satisfaction in their relationships through targeted counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Reduce conflict within families by implementing effective communication techniques and strategies.
- Maintain detailed and confidential client records in accordance with legal standards
- Provide crisis intervention services, addressing immediate concerns and offering resources for ongoing support.
- Engage in regular professional development to stay updated on best. practices
Therapist Intern
Instituto Nacional De Perinatologia, Hospital
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Worked with high risk pregnancy clients, specifically adolescent pregnancy.
- Educated clients on available community resources, connecting them with additional supports as needed.
- Performed assessments to evaluate clients' mental health status, needs and goals.Coordinated referral services, linking clients to specialized care providers when necessary.
- Encouraged self-care habits among clients, supporting their overall wellbeing outside of therapy sessions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer support while addressing shared issues among participants.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Alliant International University
Mexico City 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - International Business
Alliant International University
Mexico City 05.2001 -
Skills
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Treatment Planning
Active Listening
Coping skills
Solution-focused techniques
Anxiety Management
Gottman training level 2
Depression coping strategies
Crisis intervention and safety planning
Timeline
Marriage and Family Therapist
Private Practice
04.2018 - Current
Therapist Intern
Instituto Nacional De Perinatologia, Hospital
01.2012 - 08.2012
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Alliant International University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - International Business
Alliant International University
05.2001 -
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