Parastoo Vilamehr
Richmond Hill,ON
Summary
Committed Clinical Psychologist with a distinguished understanding of diagnosis and treatment in the field. Talented at working with patients long-term and knowledgeable about various treatments. Successful at multitasking and solutions-oriented problem-solving. Empathetic professional in mental health, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in ISTDP & cognitive-behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and psychological assessment. Excels at communication, active listening, and empathy, ensuring client-centered care in diverse settings. Empathetic psychotherapist with several-year history working within mental health field. Proven to build client rapport and facilitate growth. Experienced facilitating individual and family therapy. Psychologist with expertise in mental health research and treatment. Highly skilled at diagnosing and educating patients on mental conditions. History of successful coordination between physicians and other healthcare providers in developing highly individualized treatment plans. Hardworking Psychotherapist with progressive experience across various mental health settings. Background working in in-patient environments. Knowledgeable in providing supervision to interns and volunteers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychotherapist
self-employed
02.2018 - Current
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to clients with mental health issues.
- Conducted psychological evaluations using standard assessment tools.
- Talked with family members during period when patients could not self-advocate.
- Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
- Educated clients about coping strategies for managing symptoms of mental illness.
- Monitored client progress over time by tracking changes in behavior and symptoms.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to raise awareness about mental health issues.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute mental health issues.
- Attended conferences or workshops to maintain professional knowledge.
- Met with patients and provided diagnoses and consultations.
- Evaluated effectiveness of counseling or educational programs.
- Built rapport and guided discussion with patients using therapeutic communication techniques.
- Assisted in the development of psychoeducational programs for children with learning disabilities.
- Treated patients using psychological therapies.
- Counseled clients on mental health or personal achievement.
- Designed psychological or educational treatment procedures or programs.
- Provided support and guidance to families dealing with a loved one's mental illness.
- Consulted with family members, teachers, physicians, psychiatrists, and other professionals regarding client progress.
- Documented all client interactions according to agency standards.
- Developed treatment plans based on clinical assessment findings.
- Developed individual courses of treatment for each patient by evaluating goals, mental health and practical conditions.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Islamic Azad University Medical
Tehran02-2017
Skills
- Psychosocial assessment
- Patient documentation
- Group therapy facilitation
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Depression treatment
- Therapeutic plans
- Grief counseling
- Personality disorders
- Anxiety management
- Motivational interviewing
- Sexual health counseling
- Borderline Disorder
Certification
- Master Degree in Clinical Psychology
- Certifications of developing Defense Mechanism and Personality Disorder, specialized in Borderline Disorder
- Mindfulness and Meditation
Languages
English
Professional
Farsi
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Psychotherapist
self-employed
02.2018 - Current
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Islamic Azad University Medical
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