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Katerina Yaroslavsky

Katerina Yaroslavsky

Barrie,ON

Summary

Accomplished Therapist with 5 years of experience counseling individuals and families with social, emotional and behavioral struggles. Positive, vibrant team member with focus on accurately identifying issues and evaluating best techniques for treatment. Dedicated to offering quality services and maintaining knowledge of latest industry advancements by attending professional conferences and continuing education courses.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Psychotherapist/Clinical Director

Simcoe County Psychotherapy
01.2020 - Current
  • Liaise with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Assist clients to better understand roles as parents, focusing on developing skills to nurture and guide children.
  • Mentor trainee therapists in their clinical work, providing guidance and feedback to enhance their professional development.
  • Leverage excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals in coordinating care for clients with co-occurring mental health and physical health concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment.
  • Establish a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
  • Refer clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
  • Support clients through separation or divorce processes when necessary while prioritizing their emotional wellbeing during difficult transitions.
  • Help couples understand and adapt their damaging and persistent relationship patterns using Emotionally Focused Therapy principles.

Registered Psychotherapist

Lindsay Tsang And Associates
02.2020 - 03.2021
  • Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
  • Enhanced patient well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches in individual and group sessions.
  • Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally-focused techniques.
  • Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Assisted couples in improving communication patterns by facilitating productive conversations about relationship challenges.

Counseling Intern

Ellis Nicolson + Associates
04.2019 - 04.2020
  • Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
  • Maintained up-to-date clinical documentation via electronic recordkeeping systems.
  • Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
  • Maintained high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and company regulations.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
  • Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.

Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University
Fredericton, NB
12.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Western Ontario
London, ON
10.2015

Skills

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Treatment Planning
  • Client Interviewing
  • Family Dynamics Understanding
  • Anxiety Management
  • Emotional awareness
  • Case Documentation
  • Building rapport
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Microsoft Office

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Affiliations

  • College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
  • International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)
  • EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)

Timeline

Registered Psychotherapist

Lindsay Tsang And Associates
02.2020 - 03.2021

Registered Psychotherapist/Clinical Director

Simcoe County Psychotherapy
01.2020 - Current

Counseling Intern

Ellis Nicolson + Associates
04.2019 - 04.2020

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Western Ontario
Katerina Yaroslavsky