Pamchal Faroghi
Therapist
Oakland
Summary
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my master's degree in Integral Counseling Psychology from The California Institute of Integral Studies. Currently pursuing LMFT licensure, seeking a position where I can apply my expertise in facilitating self-awareness, and empowerment, and help individuals navigate their challenges and lead fulfilling lives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Clinician & Intensive Care Coordinator
Youth Homes
08.2023 - Current
- Provide individual psychotherapy to transitional-age foster youth (ages 17–25), using trauma-informed, relational, and strengths-based approaches.
- Offer case management services to ensure coordination of care across mental health, housing, education, and medical services.
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and create individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's goals and history.
- Support youth navigating substance use and addiction by integrating harm-reduction principles and coordinating access to appropriate recovery services.
- Facilitate Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings to support collaboration among caregivers, providers, and clients.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, and support staff to ensure continuity and quality of care.
- Document all clinical and coordination services in accordance with Medi-Cal and agency requirements.
Therapist Trainee
Integral Counseling Center At Church Street
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Established a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment, allowing clients to explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed treatment plans, and set therapeutic goals based on their unique circumstances.
- Facilitated self-awareness and personal growth by exploring unresolved issues, and developing healthier coping strategies within the psychodynamic framework.
- Utilized various Gestalt therapy interventions, such as role-playing, empty-chair exercises, and dream work, tailored to clients' specific needs.
- Built strong therapeutic alliances with clients, fostering trust and rapport to enhance the therapeutic process.
- Integrated Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy to facilitate healing and harmony within clients' internal parts and systems.
- Maintained accurate and confidential client records, including progress notes and treatment plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Integral Counseling Psychology
California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS)
San Francisco, CAMaster of Science - Management
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Tehran University
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of Gestalt therapy principles
- Proficient in psychodynamic modalities
- Skilled in relational modalities
- Trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning skills
- Familiar with harm reduction principles in working with substance use
- Ability to slow down, be mindful, and assess what is needed at any moment
- Nearly 7 years of experience in dedicated Buddhist practice and personal work
Timeline
Clinician & Intensive Care Coordinator
Youth Homes
08.2023 - Current
Therapist Trainee
Integral Counseling Center At Church Street
08.2021 - 07.2023
Master of Science - Management
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Tehran University
Master of Arts - Integral Counseling Psychology
California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS)
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