Lydia N. Klinikowski
Englewood
Summary
Highly skilled in communication and developing a strong therapeutic alliance. Demonstrates strong analytical and diagnostic skills, with proven ability to adapt to new and evolving environments. Enthusiastic and passionate about psychotherapy and supporting others in their learning goals. Eager to further develop professional and clinical skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lydia Psychotherapy LLC
Self-employed
11.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Maintain virtual caseload of 20-30 individual and couples therapy clients (adults ages 18+)
- Utilizes various clinical modalities including EMDR psychotherapy, relational therapy, trauma informed CBT, etc.
- Maintains timely documentation on electric health record
- Engages in monthly group and individual clinical consultation
- Works to participate in training/education aimed at increasing clinical, legal/ethical,and multicultural competency to meet standards of practice
Individual Psychotherapist
Lifestance Health
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Provided individual psychotherapy in person and virtually for adults 18+
- Improved client progress by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
- Developed treatment plans for addressing various psychological disorders.
- Provided crisis intervention as needed
- Maintained timely electronic health record
- Participated in monthly clinical consultation meetings to improve quality of services provided to clientele
Primary Therapist-Adult
Sandstone Care
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Provided therapeutic interventions for young adults enrolled in Intensive Outpatient Program for substance use
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address specific client needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Facilitated group therapy and family sessions for fostering peer support and shared experiences.
- Maintained timely electronic health records
- Supervised masters level counseling interns on best practice, and various interventions related to co-occurring disorders
Mental Health Provider
Cell Staff- Colorado Department of Corrections
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health care for incarcerated individuals housed in state correctional facility
- Conducted psychological screenings as part of intake process to assess therapeutic and clinical needs of population
- Conducted clinical rounds, crisis intervention and safety planning
- Advocated for housing and mental health needs of population
- Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients presenting with a variety of complex psychological needs
- Implemented trauma-informed approaches throughout all aspects of clinical practice
- Completed treatment summaries to support in re-entry process
Re-entry Specialist
RISE Program-Arapahoe County Detention Center
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with colleagues and multidisciplinary team to enhance service delivery and quality of care
- Provided group therapy and psychoeducation regarding adjudication process to incarcerated individuals participating in competency restoration program
- Facilitated client re-entry into community and continuity of care (housing, substance use, mental health)
- Communicated with public defenders and client family members as needed
- Reviewed legal discovery and gained knowledge of criminal justice system to best support clients in all aspects of the legal process
- Participated in development of treatment curricula to improve all aspects of the RISE program
Education
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation and Human Services
Pennsylvania State University- College of Education
University Park, PA12.2015
Masters of Education - Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling
Pennsylvania State University- College of Education
University Park, PA05.2018
Skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
Accomplishments
Recipient of Rehabilitation Service Award- 2016
On track to complete EMDR certification through the Trauma Therapist Institute in 2025
Certification
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Center of the Rockies EMDR International Association (EMDRIA), 12/21, 04/22
- Licensed Professional Counselor (Colorado), LPC.0016549, 09/20-present
Scholarship Awards
Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) Grant, 08/16
Timeline
Lydia Psychotherapy LLC
Self-employed
11.2023 - Current
Individual Psychotherapist
Lifestance Health
01.2021 - 10.2023
Primary Therapist-Adult
Sandstone Care
07.2020 - 12.2020
Mental Health Provider
Cell Staff- Colorado Department of Corrections
12.2019 - 08.2020
Re-entry Specialist
RISE Program-Arapahoe County Detention Center
08.2018 - 01.2020
Masters of Education - Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling
Pennsylvania State University- College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation and Human Services
Pennsylvania State University- College of Education
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