Donna Angel
Palm Desert
Summary
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am deeply passionate about assisting individuals in navigating and overcoming emotional challenges. My commitment is centered on making a positive difference in the lives of my clients, helping them realize and attain their goals. As someone driven by self motivation and dedication, I am actively pursuing a career opportunity that offers personal and professional growth, knowledge enrichment, and collaboration.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Self-employeed
03.2021 - Current
- Maintain caseload of 27 clients/week
- Treatment planning, documentation, scheduling, assessment, and diagnostic evaluation.
- Specializing in treating adults and adolescent's with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, substance abuse, codependency, body image and self-esteem.
Mental Health Associate
Desert Marriage And Family Counseling
05.2018 - 03.2021
- Lead Therapist for Binge Eating Disorder Intensive OUtpatient Program.
- Incorporated holistic approaches, CBT, DBT, Yoga, Mindfulness and Art Therapy.
- Case consultation with director and other therapists to collaborate and serve clients' needs.
Receptionist/ Scheduler
Desert Marriage And Family Counseling
06.2017 - 02.2018
- Oversee and manage daily interactions in multi therapist practice including scheduling, client and staff needs, and the Intensive Outpatient Program for Eating Disorders.
Project Assistant
Danny Elfman/ Bridget Fonda
04.2005 - 01.2017
- Assisted with various home/office projects, including categorizing and organizing the home media library, as well as Mr. Elfman's Professional Films and Musical Archive library.
- Created and implemented a new filing system for Mr. Elfman's home office. Organized wardrobe closets and garage spaces.
- Updated data to database and mailing list as needed to Mr. Elfman's specifications and changing needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Phillips Graduate Institute
Encino, CA06-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Child Develpment
Cal State University
Northridge, CA06-1995
Skills
- Emotional regulation
- Relapse prevention
- Boundaries establishment
- Motivational interviewing
- Treatment and planning
- Substance Use disorder Treatment
- Group Therapy
- CBT, Mindfulness, and Self Compassion
Affiliations
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
- CAMFT- Desert Chapter
Languages
Hebrew
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Knitting and Crocheting
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Pilates
- Dancing
- Swimming
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
- Spending time with children
Timeline
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Self-employeed
03.2021 - Current
Mental Health Associate
Desert Marriage And Family Counseling
05.2018 - 03.2021
Receptionist/ Scheduler
Desert Marriage And Family Counseling
06.2017 - 02.2018
Project Assistant
Danny Elfman/ Bridget Fonda
04.2005 - 01.2017
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Phillips Graduate Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Child Develpment
Cal State University
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