Isabela Griggs
Summary
I am a dedicated and compassionate early career psychologist with a commitment to fostering positive change in lives through therapeutic alliance, empathy and evidence-based interventions. As I work towards clinical endorsement, my focus lies in honing my practical skills in formulation, functional analysis, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I aspire to experience diverse client presentations and a variety of modalities, aiming to develop a well-rounded skill set before pursuing specialization later in my career. Driven by a desire to make meaningful contributions to clients lives, I aim to blend clinical proficiency with empathy and authenticity, creating tailored approaches that empower individuals to achieve their goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Provisional Psychologist
Sydney Children's Practice
Glebe/Stanmore, NSW
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Utilized evidence-based practices to assess client needs, develop treatment plans, and evaluate outcomes. Clientele mainly presented with anxiety, conduct disorders and trauma histories.
- Designed evidence-based interventions tailored to meet the needs of each child and family system, including CBT, parent-based attachment interventions, and skills development.
- Served as an advocate for children and their families by working collaboratively with external agencies and systems involved in their care.
- Conducted group therapy focused on development of social skills for children with anxiety disorders and neurodiversity.
- Conducted psychometric reports for assessment of ADHD, giftedness and specific learning disorders. Administered WISC, WIAT and TOVA as the main psychometric tools.
Provisional Psychologist
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital
Hornsby, NSW
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Worked as part of a multi-disciplinary team, offering discipline specific interventions. Main presentations included cluster b personality disorders, bipolar disorders, schizophrenic disorders and severe comorbid mental health.
- Provide ongoing assessment and monitoring of behaviours and mood, and written reports to support interventions and recommendations for care.
- Therapies focused on: CBT, Schema, DBT and Insight Oriented Psychotherapy.
- Other opportunities during placement: was able to shadow multiple psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists and social workers. Joined the Community Access team on home visits. Participated in NSW Health peer supervisions sessions and case presentations.
In-shift Support Manager
Lifeline
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Established strong relationships with crisis supporters and managed workers during shifts.
- Provided a compassionate and empathetic space for crisis supporters to debrief to help reduce compassion fatigue and burnout
- Assisted imminent suicide risk assessments and was in charge of contacting emergency services
- Provided guidance and mentorship for crisis supporters and provided assessment as part of their continued professional development
- Submitted child protection reports for NSW and interstate cases.
Crisis Intervention Worker
Lifeline
01.2019 - 03.2023
- Mental health crisis intervention including imminent suicide, domestic violence, child protection and acute psychological distress
- Cultural competency and effective communication for diverse members of society including LGBT+ community, Indigenous Australians, and marginalised groups
- Nationally recognised training: CHCCCS003 (increased safety of individuals at risk of suicide), CHCCCS019 (Recognise and respond to crisis situations) and CHCCCS028 (Provide client-centred support to people in crisis).
Medical Receptionist/Practice Manager's Assistant
Dr Simon McCaffery's OBGYN Liverpool
Liverpool, NSW
06.2016 - 03.2022
- Reception/front desk duties: Working directly with patients from a range of diverse cultural, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Managed the daily paperwork of a practice including Medicare rebates, insurance and Aphra requirements
- Coordinated with Diamond woman's support and Liverpool Women's Clinic to coordinate free obstetric care to vulnerable populations
- Ethically and professionally communicated with patients regarding sensitive medical matters, as well as with hospitals and private practices
Education
Masters of Clin. Psychology With Distinction
Western Sydney University
12-2023
Honours (Psychology) First Class
Western Sydney University
12-2021
Graduate Diploma of Psychology
Western Sydney University
08-2020
Bachelor of Medical Science
University of Technology Sydney
12-2018
Certification
- Aphra Psychologist with General Registration PSY0002602407
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Provisional Psychologist
Sydney Children's Practice
06.2023 - 12.2023
Provisional Psychologist
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
In-shift Support Manager
Lifeline
01.2022 - 03.2023
Crisis Intervention Worker
Lifeline
01.2019 - 03.2023
Medical Receptionist/Practice Manager's Assistant
Dr Simon McCaffery's OBGYN Liverpool
06.2016 - 03.2022
Masters of Clin. Psychology With Distinction
Western Sydney University
Honours (Psychology) First Class
Western Sydney University
Graduate Diploma of Psychology
Western Sydney University
Bachelor of Medical Science
University of Technology Sydney
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