Jill Sorensen, LPC
Centennial
Summary
Dedicated Clinical Therapist specializing in integrated care and community mental health services. Expertise in comprehensive assessment, evidence-based counseling, and coordinated care planning for individuals, couples, and families. Committed to a compassionate, strengths-based approach, emphasizing accessibility, equity, and client advocacy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Therapist
Family Care Center Services
09.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client well-being through evidence-based mental health counseling services.
- Conducted thorough biopsychosocial assessments for accurate diagnostic evaluations.
- Crafted individualized treatment plans tailored to client-specific goals and needs.
- Ensured compliance by maintaining precise and up-to-date clinical documentation.
- Facilitated continuity of care through collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Engaged in professional development and team meetings for ongoing skill enhancement.
Permanency Case Worker
Arapahoe County Department of Human Services
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Ensured safety and stability for children and families through ongoing case management.
- Increased parental protective capacities by developing and modifying treatment plans.
- Collaborated effectively with service providers to enhance placement stability outcomes.
- Conducted regular face-to-face meetings to facilitate informed decision-making processes.
- Achieved permanency outcomes by working within mandated timelines for reunification.
- Actively participated in RED teams and Family Team Meetings for continuous improvement.
Primary Therapist
Sobriety House
10.2015 - 06.2021
- Enhanced patient outcomes through tailored assessments and personalized therapy plans.
- Coordinated integrated healthcare services for seamless case management and discharge planning.
- Streamlined onboarding and training processes, improving new hire integration efficiency.
- Facilitated supportive group therapy sessions, promoting shared recovery experiences and strategies.
- Educated clients and families on individualized coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques.
- Delivered effective one-on-one and group therapy for clients with diverse disorders.
Mileu Counselor
Eating Recovery Center
04.2014 - 10.2015
- Enhanced client recovery by facilitating supportive therapeutic group sessions.
- Ensured safety by monitoring client behavior and interactions consistently.
- Collaborated with teams to develop tailored treatment plans for each client.
- Applied crisis intervention techniques to effectively de-escalate high-risk situations.
Case Manager
Arapahoe House
07.2011 - 02.2014
- Enhanced client outcomes by developing tailored treatment plans for individual needs.
- Ensured comprehensive care delivery by coordinating with multidisciplinary teams effectively.
- Monitored client progress and refined interventions to boost service effectiveness.
- Provided immediate support during crisis intervention sessions, implementing stabilization strategies.
- Achieved positive results through effective case management and strategic planning.
- Guided clients in accessing housing, legal services, and public benefits resources.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Colorado Christian University
Lakewood, CO05-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05-2010
Skills
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) – Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Brainspotting – Neurobiological Trauma Treatment
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Strengths-Based & Client-Centered Therapy
CLINICAL TRAININGS & CERTIFICATIONS
Therapeutic Modalities & Approaches
Clinical Assessment & Treatment
- Biopsychosocial & Diagnostic Assessments
- Individualized Treatment Planning
- Evidence-Based Interventions
- Progress Monitoring & Outcome Measurement
- Crisis Intervention & Safety Planning
- Individuals, Couples, and Families
- Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, and Mood Disorders
- Substance Use & Co-Occurring Disorders
- Child Welfare & Family Systems
Populations & Practice Areas
Timeline
Clinical Therapist
Family Care Center Services
09.2023 - Current
Permanency Case Worker
Arapahoe County Department of Human Services
06.2021 - 07.2023
Primary Therapist
Sobriety House
10.2015 - 06.2021
Mileu Counselor
Eating Recovery Center
04.2014 - 10.2015
Case Manager
Arapahoe House
07.2011 - 02.2014
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Colorado Christian University
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology
Metropolitan State University of Denver