Mark Laing
Selkirk,Ontario
Summary
Psychotherapy professional with deep commitment to mental health and client well-being. Proven track record in delivering effective therapeutic strategies and fostering supportive therapeutic environment. Reliable team collaborator, adaptable to dynamic clinical needs, with expertise in client assessment and treatment planning.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Psychotherapist
Bayridge Counselling Centres
06.2002 - Current
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to promote mental health and emotional well-being.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and therapeutic goals.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to address diverse psychological issues effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention strategies to support clients in acute distress situations.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to continuously improve therapeutic practices and client satisfaction.
- Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
- Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
- Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
- Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Maintained detailed clinical records and documentation, ensuring accurate tracking of client progress and adherence to legal requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients' psychological functioning, identifying areas for targeted therapeutic interventions.
- Worked with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
- Guided clients in the development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Assisted couples in improving communication patterns by facilitating productive conversations about relationship challenges using Gottman method principles and Imago
- Guided patients through exploration of personal trauma, resulting in significant emotional healing.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to integrate psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of latest psychotherapy techniques and theories.
Education
No Degree - Transforming Tauma With EFIT
PESI
On Line09-2024
No Degree - Trauma Training With Janine Fischer
PESI
On Line11-2020
No Degree - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
PESI
On Line05-2020
No Degree - Havening Trainng: Protocol To Elimintate Affect of
Havening Canada
Toronto11-2019
No Degree - Certified Imago Therapist
Imago Relationshop Network
On Line11-2019
No Degree - Treating Trauma
NICABM
Home Study05-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology: Clinical Track
Reseemer University
Ancaster, ON05-2001
Skills
- Building rapport
- Anxiety management
- Treatment Planning
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Facilitating counseling sessions
- Developing relationships
- Depression treatment
- Empathy development
- Confidential records
- Behavior modification
- Discharge planning
- Client goal planning
- Cognitive psychology
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Individual counseling
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Psychotherapist
Bayridge Counselling Centres
06.2002 - Current
No Degree - Transforming Tauma With EFIT
PESI
No Degree - Trauma Training With Janine Fischer
PESI
No Degree - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
PESI
No Degree - Havening Trainng: Protocol To Elimintate Affect of
Havening Canada
No Degree - Certified Imago Therapist
Imago Relationshop Network
No Degree - Treating Trauma
NICABM
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology: Clinical Track
Reseemer University