Angie Stirpe
St. Davids,Canada
Summary
Registered Psychotherapist with more than 20 years of experience as a counsellor and therapist in a variety of treatment programs at Pathstone Mental Health. Strong background in counseling, skilled in client assessment, crisis intervention, and support planning. Known for effective communication, empathy, and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve impactful results. Valued for reliability, flexibility, and results-driven approach. Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outreach Counsellor
Pathstone Mental Health
09.2018 - Current
- Support families by providing counselling to the individual client, parent and family within the home environment and/or community
- Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior changes and to build skills
- Utilize and teach clients a Collaborative Problem Solving approach to foster effective communication, listening and problem solving within the family and to enhance familial relationships
- Educate clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency
- Collaborate with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Conduct assessments measures to identify client needs, appropriate evidence based intervention strategies and to inform treatment planning
- Assist clients in setting realistic treatment goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
- Provide psycho- education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Encourage meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Enhance therapeutic alliance through empathetic listening and validation of client experiences.
Counsellor – Solution Focused
Pathstone Mental Health
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Assisted clients in developing skills and coping strategies for managing mental health concerns.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
Day Treatment Program Counsellor
Pathstone Mental Health
09.2000 - 01.2016
- Designed a safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues within the classroom.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Facilitated group and individual counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Coordinated referrals within and between agencies to ensure seamless transitions for clients receiving multiple services.
- Provided crisis intervention, offering immediate support and stabilization.
- Supported clients in development of healthy coping strategies, utilizing evidence-based programming and modalities, leading to improved life management skills.
- Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans for improved mental health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care, ensuring alignment of treatment goals.
Counsellor – Community Outreach Program (Groups)
Pathstone Mental Health
04.2012 - 12.2014
- Planned and facilitated Collaborative Problem Solving, PACES (parents and caregivers of alcohol affected children) and Anxiety treatment groups for clients and their families utilizing evidence based programs and theory
- Utilized standardized assessments such as the SPENCE and Revised Children’s Manifest Anxiety Scale
- Provided individual pre-screening appointments with clients to assess group readiness and identification of goals
- Provided psycho- education to parents and youth within the program
- Provided follow-up counselling to youth and their families utilizing evidence based programs and treatment modalities specifically Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Enhanced group dynamics by skillfully facilitating communication and collaboration among members.
High Risk – The Arson Prevention Program – (TAPP-C)
Pathstone Mental Health
08.2011 - 04.2012
- Implemented The Fire Involved Program by following the steps outlined by TAPP-C developed at the Center for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto, ON
- Provided individual assessment, treatment planning and counselling to children and youth who exhibit high-risk fire setting behaviours
- Assessed level of risk and worked with client, family and collaborated with local Fire Departments to develop a safety plans
- Assessed behavioural and emotional problems that may be involved in fire setting and provided treatment and counselling using evidence-based programs
- Consultations and collaboration with psychiatrists, therapists, community agencies and schools
- Work collaboratively with Fire Prevention and Probation Officers within the Niagara Region
- Participated in Risk Assessment meetings with agencies involved with youth and family
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Studies
Brock University
St. Catharines, ON01.1991
Skills
- Behavioral Health Knowledge
- Client Advocacy
- Self-Care Awareness
- Family engagement
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational Skills
Certification
- Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
- Advanced Collaborative Problem Solving
- TAPP-C
- Strengthening Families for the Future
- Safe Management Certificate
- ASIST training
- Trauma training
- Self Harm Reduction training
- CBT training
- HEADS ED training
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Outreach Counsellor
Pathstone Mental Health
09.2018 - Current
Counsellor – Solution Focused
Pathstone Mental Health
01.2016 - 12.2017
Counsellor – Community Outreach Program (Groups)
Pathstone Mental Health
04.2012 - 12.2014
High Risk – The Arson Prevention Program – (TAPP-C)
Pathstone Mental Health
08.2011 - 04.2012
Day Treatment Program Counsellor
Pathstone Mental Health
09.2000 - 01.2016
- Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
- Advanced Collaborative Problem Solving
- TAPP-C
- Strengthening Families for the Future
- Safe Management Certificate
- ASIST training
- Trauma training
- Self Harm Reduction training
- CBT training
- HEADS ED training
Bachelor of Arts - Child Studies
Brock University
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