Karen Ranglos
Estes Park
Summary
Personable and compassionate with strong foundation in psychology and counseling theory, dedicated to providing empathetic support and effective therapeutic interventions. Familiar with cognitive-behavioral techniques and crisis intervention strategies, with skills in active listening and effective communication. Aiming to promote mental well-being and facilitate positive change for individuals in need, within the recovery setting.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Aspen Christian Counseling
Longmont, CO
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Delivered therapeutic services using sand tray therapy, person-centered therapy, narrative therapy, CBT, and some trauma informed somatic exercises to clients
- Conducted intake interviews, assessments, and mental health evaluations to develop comprehensive client profiles with treatment plans and client goals
- Collaborated with supervisors and fellow therapists to discuss case progress, challenges, and strategies
- Documented client interactions, tracked progress, and maintained accurate clinical records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Choice House Residential Treatment and Sober Living
Boulder, CO
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Counseling individuals and assisting in skill building for men with severe and persistent substance abuse/use disorders with coexisting mental health conditions, using CBT, DBT, Person Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
- Co-Facilitated/Led Therapy Groups: Symptom Management for Addiction, Support Group for men, 12 Step engagement, Relationship and Process Groups
- Conducted intake interviews, assessments, and mental health evaluations to develop comprehensive client profiles, treatment plans, and reviews for insurance and referrants
- Collaborated with supervisors and fellow therapists to discuss case progress, challenges, and strategies
- Established relationship with parents of clients with bi-weekly phone calls
- Participated in monthly trainings: Trauma, Gambling Addiction, Sexual Addiction, Assessments
Owner/Operator
Glacier Lodge Resort
Estes Park, CO
05.1996 - 01.2022
Teacher
Skyline & Niwot High Schools
Longmont, CO
08.2012 - 08.2021
- Taught language arts and social studies to grades 9-12
Staff/Leader
Young Life
Estes Park & Longmont, CO
01.2002 - 01.2019
- Counseled students through crisis situations, identity questions, relationship issues
- Conducted outreach to students
- Developed student leaders through discipleship training
Education
Masters - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Colorado Christian University
Lakewood, Colorado12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology
Westmont College
Santa Barbara, CA05.1994
Skills
- Suicide risk assessment
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Relapse prevention
- Motivational interviewing
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Self-care promotion
- Excellent communication
- Dialectical behavior therapy
Affiliations
- CCA Colorado Counseling Association
- APA American Psychological Association
Licensure Certifications
- CPCE, passed, 09/24
- NCE, passed, 2024
- Licensed in Colorado, LPCC.0023014
Timeline
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Aspen Christian Counseling
02.2024 - 08.2024
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Choice House Residential Treatment and Sober Living
08.2023 - 08.2024
Teacher
Skyline & Niwot High Schools
08.2012 - 08.2021
Staff/Leader
Young Life
01.2002 - 01.2019
Owner/Operator
Glacier Lodge Resort
05.1996 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology
Westmont College
Masters - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Colorado Christian University