Bronwyn Harper
Wagga Wagga,NSW
Summary
Professional and registered therapist with solid background in private practice and working in government and non-government agency's.
Skilled in client assessment, evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and treatment planning. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and achieving measurable outcomes. Adaptable and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Successful at helping clients unravel physical, mental and emotional layers to identify root causes of problems and develop strong coping skills for diverse scenarios. Committed to making meaningful contributions, bringing a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Practice Therapist
Harper Therapy
01.2017 - Current
- Registered with Australian Counselling Association - the largest registration body for Counsellors and Psychotherapists.
- Increased referral rates by establishing strong relationships with local physicians, schools, and support groups.
- Provided group therapy sessions that fostered a supportive community atmosphere while encouraging individual growth among participants.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by continuously updating knowledge on evidence-based practices and attending professional development workshops.
- Provided timely crisis intervention services for clients in need of immediate assistance while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing tailored therapy sessions and incorporating a variety of therapeutic techniques.
- Empowered clients by teaching self-help strategies that promoted long-term mental health wellness outside of therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed and accurate case notes, ensuring proper documentation for insurance reimbursement purposes.
- Developed specialised workshops and seminars for clients, covering topics such as stress management, relationship building, or mindfulness techniques.
- Established rapport with clients, fostering an environment of trust and open communication to facilitate effective therapy sessions.
- Offered flexible appointment options to accommodate clients'' schedules, improving accessibility to therapeutic services.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive treatment plans, addressing clients'' physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
- Utilised assessment tools to accurately identify underlying issues contributing to client distress or dysfunction (Registered with Novapsych).
- Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
- Counselled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Developed strategies to help clients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioural therapy techniques.
- Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
- Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counselling methods to achieve therapy goals.
- 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.
- Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
School Counsellor / Wellbeing Practitioner
Centacare Catholic Family Services
07.2008 - 12.2016
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counselling and psycho-educational sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavioural programs in addressing issues such as bullying / relational aggression.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Coordinated efforts with community organisations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- Developed and implemented individualised behavioural plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioural goals.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional development related to school counselling and therapeutic practices.
- Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, staff and parents on relevant topics in field.
- Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognising warning signs in students.
- Reduced disciplinary incidents through proactive conflict resolution strategies that encouraged open communication between all parties involved.
- Supported students transitioning between grade levels by working with teachers to develop effective transition plans aimed at minimising potential challenges during adjustment periods.
- Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Assisted students in developing academic plans by conducting a comprehensive review of their strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
- Enhanced faculty collaboration through regular consultation on classroom management strategies, behavioural interventions, or other support measures needed for student success.
- Supported students through crisis intervention services, providing immediate assistance and long-term recovery plans.
- Improved student resilience by designing and facilitating group counselling sessions and psycho-education focused on stress management.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate social-emotional learning into curriculum, promoting holistic educational experience.
- Streamlined referral processes to external mental health services, ensuring timely support for students in need.
Relationship and Community Educator (Team Leader)
Centacare
01.2005 - 07.2008
- Maintained professional certifications in relevant subject areas, demonstrating commitment to ongoing professional growth.
- Developed marketing materials for promotional purposes, boosting program visibility within the community.
- Enhanced community awareness by developing and implementing diverse educational programs.
- Increased participant engagement with interactive workshops and presentations.
- Evaluated program effectiveness regularly, making data-driven adjustments as necessary for continuous improvement.
- Managed program budgets effectively, ensuring access to quality resources while staying within financial constraints.
- Fostered positive relationships with local organisations for collaborative community education initiatives.
- Participated in health education research initiatives, developing and evaluating relationship and parenting education programs.
- Analysed data and created reports to present to management and funding bodies.
- Facilitated training in psycho-educational group work for community workers and members of public.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from all organisational levels and implementing actionable changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Science
Charles Sturt University
Wagga WaggaSkills
- Proficient in Client-Cantered Conversations
- Cultural Awareness
- Self-care strategies
- Solutions-based therapy
- Psycho-educational design and delivery of targeted programs
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
- Emotional Regulation Techniques
- Family systems therapy
- Understanding of Neuro-diversity
- Intervention planning
- Therapeutic plans
- Referral coordination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Computer literacy
Timeline
Private Practice Therapist
Harper Therapy
01.2017 - Current
School Counsellor / Wellbeing Practitioner
Centacare Catholic Family Services
07.2008 - 12.2016
Relationship and Community Educator (Team Leader)
Centacare
01.2005 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Science - Social Science
Charles Sturt University
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