Shannon Browne
Fredericton,NB
Summary
Warm and empathic Psychotherapist with over 18 years of expertise in clinical counselling. Knowledgeable in a variety of therapeutic approaches with clients of all ages. Proven track record of success in private practice, highlighted by a strong client-centered approach and excellent communication skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Psychotherapist
Private Practice
05.2015 - Current
- Adult and adolescent individual counselling.
- Educate parents/guardians on children’s issues.
- File and case management.
- Work with Social Workers, Psychiatrists, Teachers and other professionals to ensure appropriate service delivery for clients.
- Report writing.
- Schedule all clients’ appointments.
- Daily and monthly invoicing
- Refer clients to appropriate community resources when necessary.
- Service provider with EFAP's, Oromocto, Kingsclear and St. Mary's First Nations, Social Development and Victim Services
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Student Counsellor (Contract Position)
St. Thomas University
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Charted and recorded information in client files.
- Provided on campus psychological services to university students
- Quickly responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Maintained client files
- Referred clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes.
Psychotherapist/Play Therapist
Joan Wright and Associates
09.2008 - 05.2013
- · Adult and adolescent individual counselling.
- · Therapy with children ranging in ages from 4 to 12.
- · Educate parents/guardians on children’s issues.
- · File and case management.
- · Work with Social Workers, Psychiatrists, Teachers and other professionals to ensure appropriate service delivery for clients.
- · Report writing.
- · Schedule all clients’ appointments.
- · Bi-weekly invoicing for contract work completed.
- · Refer clients to appropriate community resources when necessary.
Counsellor/Play Therapist
Family Enrichment and Counselling Services
08.2006 - 04.2007
- · Play therapy with children ranging in ages from 3 to 12
- · Educate parents/guardians on children’s issues
- · Adult individual counselling and assessment
- · File and case management
- · Work with social workers to ensure appropriate service delivery (i.e., Child Protection cases)
Interviewer/Research Assistant
Fredericton 80+ Study, St. Thomas University
06.2002 - 07.2006
- · Travel to respondents’ homes within Health Region 3.
- · Interview respondents for a longitudinal-sequential research study on aging.
- · Gather data and submit reports to research associates.
- · Score psychological protocols and assist with administrative duties.
- · Transcription of narrative life story interviews.
Education
Master of Education - Counselling Psychology
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB10-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Psychology And Gerontology
St. Thomas University
Fredericton05-2004
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Holland College
Charlottetown, PEI05-1995
Skills
- 18 years using Cognitive Behavioural and Dialectical Behaviour therapies
- Extensive experience with anxiety and mood disorders
- Risk assessment
- Client centered approach
- Successful private practice
- Licensed Clinical Counselor with the CCPA and CCTNB
- Extensive experience working with children and adolescents
- Comfortable with both in person and virtual sessions
- Excellent communication skills
Timeline
Owner/Psychotherapist
Private Practice
05.2015 - Current
Student Counsellor (Contract Position)
St. Thomas University
09.2014 - 05.2015
Psychotherapist/Play Therapist
Joan Wright and Associates
09.2008 - 05.2013
Counsellor/Play Therapist
Family Enrichment and Counselling Services
08.2006 - 04.2007
Interviewer/Research Assistant
Fredericton 80+ Study, St. Thomas University
06.2002 - 07.2006
Master of Education - Counselling Psychology
University of New Brunswick
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Psychology And Gerontology
St. Thomas University
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Holland College
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