Kyle J. Kearney
Folsom
Summary
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC # 18272) with extensive experience in mental health and school counseling for diverse populations. Proven track record in developing and implementing client-centered treatment plans that enhance client and family well-being. Dedicated to ongoing professional development and improving therapeutic practices. Strong collaborator who is passionate about helping others and creating supportive environments for clients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
School Counselor at Saint Clement Catholic School
Hayward
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Delivered social-emotional learning support to students in grades TK through 8 via individualized and group interventions.
- Managed a caseload exceeding 30 students, establishing SMART goals and teaching coping strategies.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and administrators to develop behavioral strategies and referral support.
- Organized school-wide initiatives, including Bully Awareness Week and Mental Health Awareness Month.
- Contributed to Student Support Team meetings, formulating comprehensive student support plans.
Primary Therapist
Newport Healthcare - Primary Therapist, APCC
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided individual and family therapy for youth aged 13-17 and their families.
- Utilized ABFT, DBT, ACT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-focused modalities for high-acuity clientele.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care planning.
- Developed Functional Behavioral Assessments and Positive Behavioral Intervention Plans to address problem behaviors.
- Implemented trauma-informed approaches to treat underlying issues effectively.
- Facilitated therapeutic groups, including Family Issues, Process Group, and Clinical Skills.
- Completed documentation of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries timely.
Adolescent Residential Counselor
Newport Healthcare - Adolescent Residential Counselor, APCC
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed caseload of six clients, meeting bi-weekly to provide essential support.
- Facilitated therapeutic groups, including ACT, Recovery Skills, Relapse Prevention, and Life Skills.
- Coordinated client programming and evaluated discovery journal assignments for comprehensive care.
- Delivered psychoeducation on trauma, mental health, addiction, and recovery topics.
- Collaborated with treatment team to align treatment goals and services effectively.
- Completed documentation on assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes within deadlines.
Clinical Counselor Trainee
San Mateo County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, Clinical Counselor Trainee - Central County Youth Team
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Provided mental health counseling, case management, crisis intervention, and consultation services for underserved, at-risk youth (ages 6-18) and their families.
- Conducted assessments and implemented individual treatment plans with goals and interventions.
- Participated in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process and provided IEP based mental health support.
- Collaborated with school-based mental health services and throughout the San Mateo County school district.
- Gained experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions and developmental differences.
Assistant Group Facilitator & Office Manager
Blackhawk Family Development Center
Danville
05.2015 - 11.2016
- Co-facilitated group counseling sessions for children ages five to fourteen with developmental differences, including Autism spectrum, ADHD, and mood disorders.
- Delivered psychoeducation and therapeutic activities to enhance symptom management in daily life.
- Provided skill-building exercises during group sessions to foster coping strategies.
- Entered BIRP notes, client reports, and therapy notes promptly for accurate record-keeping.
Education
MA - Clinical Counseling
CSPP at Alliant International University
01.2019
BA - Psychology
Cal State University East Bay
01.2017
Skills
- Trauma-informed care
- Social-emotional learning
- Group therapy facilitation
- Parenting skills training
- Adolescent counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Team collaboration
- Individual therapy
- Psychoeducation
Certification
- California Association for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors
- Certified in Child and Adolescent Needs and Strength Assessment (CANS)
- Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics – 8-week course
- Fundamentals of Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT) Online Self-Paced Course Certification
- ABFT Introductory Workshop Certification
Timeline
School Counselor
School Counselor at Saint Clement Catholic School
01.2023 - 04.2025
Primary Therapist
Newport Healthcare - Primary Therapist, APCC
12.2021 - 12.2022
Adolescent Residential Counselor
Newport Healthcare - Adolescent Residential Counselor, APCC
02.2020 - 12.2021
Clinical Counselor Trainee
San Mateo County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, Clinical Counselor Trainee - Central County Youth Team
08.2018 - 08.2019
Assistant Group Facilitator & Office Manager
Blackhawk Family Development Center
05.2015 - 11.2016
MA - Clinical Counseling
CSPP at Alliant International University
BA - Psychology
Cal State University East Bay
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