Chantal Bucknall

Counsellor

Integration and alignment

Southport, QLD

01.2023 - Current

Provided individual counseling sessions to support clients' emotional well-being.
Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans for diverse client needs.
Maintained accurate client records in compliance with confidentiality standards.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address complex client issues.
Conducted assessments to identify clients' strengths and areas for growth.
Educated clients on coping strategies and resources for mental health improvement.
Engaged in continuous professional development to enhance counseling techniques.
Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills that could be used during times of stress or difficulty.
Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans.
Created an environment that was safe, supportive, and conducive to learning for all students.
Developed treatment plans to address client needs.
Developed crisis intervention strategies for individuals facing difficult situations or events.
Coached clients on how to manage emotions effectively while also teaching them how to recognize warning signs of distress before it becomes overwhelming.
Implemented therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness training into practice.
Facilitated communication between school personnel, parents and guardians, therapists, psychiatrists, and other professionals involved in the student's care.
Researched best practices in the field of counseling in order to stay current on evidence based treatments.
Collected personal data and insurance information from patients to complete intake paperwork.
Utilized creative approaches such as art therapy or music therapy when working with clients who have difficulty expressing themselves verbally.
Obtained or maintained proper licensure or certification to meet state requirements.
Engaged clients in goal-setting and action planning to promote personal growth and positive life changes.
Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage client engagement and facilitate behavior change.
Offered consultation services to organizations on creating mentally healthy workplace environments.
Advocated for clients' needs within their families, workplaces, and educational institutions.
Met with clients to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling plans.
Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
Helped couples work through serious issues and restore relationships or part amicably.
Consulted on outside cases using personal expertise in diagnoses.