Carle Wickliffe
Moreno Valley
Summary
Dedicated Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) with extensive experience in high-acuity virtual and in-person mental health treatment, crisis intervention, and group facilitation. Proficient in trauma-informed care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and experiential therapy. Demonstrated expertise in managing a high volume of cases (120+ patients/month), developing comprehensive treatment plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Committed to empowering adolescents and young adults facing complex trauma, co-occurring disorders, and high-risk behaviors. Currently accumulating over 2000 clinical hours as an ASW while actively working towards full licensure.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Remote Primary Therapist
Ascend Healthcare
03.2024 - Current
- Provide virtual individual therapy and high-acuity case management for 120+ patients monthly, focusing on adolescents and young adults with co-occurring disorders
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, crisis interventions, and risk evaluations
- Facilitate individualized treatment planning, peer reviews, and utilization reviews for clients with trauma histories, self-harm behaviors, and suicidal ideation
- Ensure 24-hour turnaround for documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and intake evaluations
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, and medical teams to optimize client outcomes
Clinical Case Manager & Therapist
A Better Life Recovery
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Provided individual and group therapy for a high-risk population, integrating CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused modalities
- Facilitated 3-6 therapy groups per week (90 minutes each), including experiential therapy, CBT for anxiety, emotional regulation, and relapse prevention
- Developed personalized treatment plans, incorporating evidence-based interventions for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders
- Led crisis interventions, suicide risk assessments, and de-escalation strategies for acute cases
- Maintained detailed, compliant documentation of client progress, treatment goals, and interventions
- Coordinated 100+ client referrals to community resources, psychiatric services, and case management support
MSW Intern – School-Based Mental Health
Anaheim Union High School District
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided individual and group therapy for students experiencing anxiety, depression, and school-related trauma
- Conducted crisis assessments and interventions for students at risk of self-harm or suicide
- Engaged families in therapy and psychoeducation to support youth mental health and academic success
- Attended weekly clinical supervision meetings and collaborated with teachers, counselors, and medical staff
- Connected students and families to community-based mental health and social services
Personal Service Coordinator
Pathways of California
12.2018 - 08.2021
- Conducted intakes and biopsychosocial assessments, developing individualized treatment plans for clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
- Provided intensive case management and in-home support for 50+ clients, including crisis de-escalation and harm reduction strategies
- Assisted clients with daily living skills, community integration, and vocational support
- Maintained comprehensive documentation and Medicaid-compliant billing records
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
California State University, Fullerton
05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development & Family Studies
California State University, Long Beach
05.2018
Skills
- High-Volume Virtual Therapy
- Case Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Risk Assessment
- Suicide Prevention
- Group Therapy
- Psychoeducational Groups
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Strengths-Based Approaches
- Family Therapy
- Parent Coaching
- Documentation
- Medicaid
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Peer Reviews
Certifications Clinical Training
- Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW-116523)
- CBT & DBT-Informed Training (Targeting high-risk populations)
- Motivational Interviewing & Trauma-Informed Care
- Certified in Crisis Prevention & Suicide Risk Assessment
- CDP Licensed Teacher Associate Permit
- Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
Key Skills Specialties
- High-Volume Virtual Therapy & Case Management (120+ patients/month)
- Crisis Intervention, Risk Assessment & Suicide Prevention
- Group Therapy & Psychoeducational Groups (CBT, DBT, Trauma-Informed Care)
- Trauma-Informed & Strengths-Based Approaches
- Family Therapy & Parent Coaching
- 24-Hour Documentation & Compliance (HIPAA, Medicaid, Joint Commission Standards)
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Peer Reviews
Timeline
Remote Primary Therapist
Ascend Healthcare
03.2024 - Current
Clinical Case Manager & Therapist
A Better Life Recovery
10.2021 - 01.2024
MSW Intern – School-Based Mental Health
Anaheim Union High School District
08.2021 - 07.2022
Personal Service Coordinator
Pathways of California
12.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development & Family Studies
California State University, Long Beach
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
California State University, Fullerton
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