Öykü Potuoğlu Cook
Claremont
Summary
Dynamic, client-focused psychotherapist with a proven track record at Kay Cohen Somatic Psychotherapy LLC, specializing in trauma-informed anxiety and depression management and grief counseling. Skilled in building rapport and employing motivational interviewing, psychoanalytical, and somatic techniques, I have enhanced client outcomes through personalized treatment plans and effective therapeutic interventions, fostering resilience and emotional healing in diverse populations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychotherapist
Kay Cohen Somatic Psychotherapy LLC
01.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.
- Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Trained in techniques such as EMDR and Somatic Experiencing to improve outcomes
- Helped clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
Psychotherapist
Transitional Characters
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed caseload of clients with varying diagnoses and treatment needs, while maintaining adherence to professional standards and quality care.
- Conducted regular assessments of client progress, adjusting therapeutic approaches as necessary for optimal results.
- Continued professional development by attending relevant conferences, trainings, and workshops related to psychotherapy practice.
- Promoted healing from trauma by incorporating trauma-informed care principles into therapeutic practices.
- Increased client satisfaction and engagement in therapy by establishing rapport, trust, and open communication.
- Maintained thorough documentation of clinical notes and treatment plans in accordance with ethical guidelines and confidentiality laws.
- Supported clients in navigating life transitions such as divorce or job loss, helping them develop effective coping strategies.
- Utilized a culturally sensitive approach when working with diverse clientele to ensure inclusive and respectful therapy experiences.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Utilized meditation, visualization, and somatic tools to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
Psychotherapist
Therapy Center of Philadelphia
05.2021 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals in coordinating care for clients with co-occurring mental health and physical health concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Led therapeutic process groups focused on topics such as grief, self-esteem, and anger management, facilitating peer support and personal growth among participants.
- Provided crisis support and emergency care for patients.
- Maintained detailed clinical records and documentation, ensuring accurate tracking of client progress and adherence to legal requirements.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques, and somatic tools to patients and families.
- Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression for clients by implementing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Provided crisis intervention for individuals at risk, ensuring immediate safety and follow-up care.
- Enhanced patient mental health by developing and implementing tailored therapy plans.
- Guided patients through exploration of personal trauma, resulting in significant emotional healing.
- Achieved high rates of patient progress, utilizing empathetic listening and evidence-based practices.
- Initiated peer support program, creating community of empathy and shared experiences for clients.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of latest psychotherapy techniques and theories.
- Increased patient engagement in therapy with introduction of innovative therapeutic activities.
- Enhanced patient well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches in individual and group sessions.
- Improved client coping mechanisms with cognitive behavioral techniques.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
- Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
- Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
- Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
- Trained in techniques such as hypnosis, stress reduction therapy and play therapy to improve outcomes.
- Offered perspective on effectiveness of treatments concerning conditions such as depression and anxiety.
- Helped clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
Psychotherapist Intern
Therapy Center of Philadelphia
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and positive coping strategies among participants.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies as needed, ensuring client safety and appropriate referrals for additional services.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients identify goals and overcome barriers to change.
- Engaged in reflective practice through supervision sessions, refining therapeutic skills and addressing areas for growth.
- Maintained detailed case notes, ensuring accurate documentation of clients'' progress and adherence to ethical guidelines.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in psychotherapy.
- Developed expertise in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, Gestalt/humanistic therapy, and somatic therapy.
- Conducted thorough assessments to diagnose mental health disorders and develop personalized treatment plans.
- Designed creative therapeutic activities tailored to individual client needs, encouraging engagement in the healing process.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care, taking into account diverse backgrounds and individual needs of clients.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
Social Work Intern
Broad Street Ministry
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed caseload efficiently, prioritizing tasks and maintaining timely communication with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
- Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
- Assessed program effectiveness using feedback from participants and data analysis techniques, making recommendations for improvement as needed.
- Coordinated referrals for specialized services, ensuring timely access to essential supports such as housing or medical care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by establishing trust and maintaining open lines of communication throughout the internship experience.
- Educated clients on their rights and responsibilities within various social service systems, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Responded to crises and emergency situations to provide immediate assistance to persons in need.
- Performed client screenings and accurately recorded data in case files to facilitate clinical case coordination services and case management duties.
- Enhanced client self-sufficiency through goal setting, problem-solving, and skill-building activities.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and ethical standards, ensuring safe and respectful environment for clients.
- Supported clients in setting and achieving personal goals, utilizing strength-based approaches to foster empowerment.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive needs assessments.
- Conducted outreach to underrepresented communities, increasing their access to social services.
- Improved client self-advocacy, coaching on communication strategies for navigating bureaucratic systems.
- Advocated for client needs with external agencies to secure necessary services and support.
- Enhanced community resource connections, guiding clients through navigation of local support services.
- Mitigated crisis situations with clients, applying de-escalation techniques effectively.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Conducted research on systemic barriers that unhoused/"homeless" individuals face at Emergency Departments or while seeking primary care
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Clinical Social Work
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA05-2021
Postdoctoral Associate - Humanities
Duke University, Franklin Humanities Institute
Durham, NC05-2010
Ph.D. - Performance Studies
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL06-2008
Skills
- Building rapport
- Anxiety management
- Motivational interviewing
- Case documentation
- Psychosocial assessment
- Multicultural competence
- Depression treatment
- Grief counseling
- Play therapy and body-based therapy techniques
- Experienced in psychoanalytic psychotherapy
- Psychosocial analysis
- Active listening
- Team building
- Professionalism
- Patient advocacy
- Therapeutic intervention
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Elementary
Timeline
Psychotherapist
Transitional Characters
09.2024 - 01.2025
Psychotherapist
Kay Cohen Somatic Psychotherapy LLC
01.2024 - Current
Psychotherapist
Therapy Center of Philadelphia
05.2021 - 12.2023
Psychotherapist Intern
Therapy Center of Philadelphia
08.2020 - 05.2021
Social Work Intern
Broad Street Ministry
08.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Clinical Social Work
University of Pennsylvania
Postdoctoral Associate - Humanities
Duke University, Franklin Humanities Institute
Ph.D. - Performance Studies
Northwestern University
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