Experience

ELEOS Psychology Center

• United States
• Mental Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Therapist

  • May 2021 - Present

  Amanda Ripley-Kayala is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Amanda received a Master of Arts degree in Adlerian Psychotherapy from Adler Graduate School completing the Co-Occurring Disorders program and has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Gender Studies from University of Utah. Amanda has over 7 years of experience working with adults in outpatient and residential treatment settings. Amanda is a highly skilled, trauma-informed, holistic, client centered therapist whose goal is to create a trusting and compassionate therapeutic alliance that encourages self-exploration, self-awareness, empowerment and movement to achieve goals in therapy and life. Amanda uses an Adlerian and trauma-informed lens to help clients understand and create change in their lives and incorporates the following evidenced-based treatments: Adlerian Psychotherapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Mindfulness Somatic-Based Interventions Amanda specializes in the following: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Physical/Emotional/Verbal/Sexual Abuse Anxiety Mood Disorders LGBTQ+ community Substance use disorders Stress Anger Codependency Self-Esteem Life transitions Coping skills development Ages Amanda treats: Young adults (18-25 years old) Adults (26-64 years old



Eden Therapy Center

• United States
• Mental Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Therapist

  • Jan 2019 - May 2021

  Amanda specializes in Co-Occurring Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Disorders and the LGBTQ community. Amanda is a trauma-informed, holistic, person-centered therapist who's goal is to create a trusting and compassionate therapeutic atmosphere which encourages self-exploration, self-awareness and movement to achieve your goals in therapy and in life. Amanda specializes in Co-Occurring Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Disorders and the LGBTQ community. Amanda is a trauma-informed, holistic, person-centered therapist who's goal is to create a trusting and compassionate therapeutic atmosphere which encourages self-exploration, self-awareness and movement to achieve your goals in therapy and in life.



NUWAY Alliance

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• MICD Counselor

  • Apr 2018 - Dec 2018

  Provide case management/file documentation for individual caseload, noting all treatment related activities and services in an accurate, professional, and timely manner including assessment of chemical use and mental health problems, creating and monitoring individualized treatment plans, provide group therapy and individual counseling to individuals with co-occurring chemical abuse and mental health problems. Facilitate/participate groups regarding the disease of addiction and the recovery process consistent with maintaining good mental health Provide culturally sensitive and relevant services to diverse clients and their families



Five Stars Recovery Center

• Chaska, MN

• Evening Counselor

  • Oct 2017 - Apr 2018

  Provide case management/file documentation for individual caseload, noting all treatment related activities and services in an accurate, professional, and timely manner including assessment of chemical use and mental health problems, creating and monitoring individualized treatment plans, provide group therapy and individual counseling to individuals with co-occurring chemical abuse and mental health problems. Facilitate/participate groups regarding the disease of addiction and the recovery process consistent with maintaining good mental health. Provide culturally sensitive and relevant services to diverse clients and their families. In cooperation with the Program Director, evaluate and modify program design for the purpose of meeting licensure and needs of clients.



Meridian Behavioral Health, LLC

• United States
• Mental Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Mental Health Practitioner

  • Jun 2016 - Oct 2017

  As part of the interdisciplinary treatment team, the Mental Health Professional provides one-on-one and group therapy specifically designed for individuals with an identified mental health diagnosis. The Mental Health Professional will provide skills through psycho-education and patient education strategies and will develop specific behavioral change plans for clients. - Assist primary health care providers in recognizing and treating mental disorders and psychosocial problems. - Assess the clinical status of patients referred by primary care providers through brief consultative contacts. - Work with primary care team to create and manage patients with chronic emotional and/or health problems efficiently and effectively. - Assist in the detection of at-risk patients and development of plans to prevent further psychological or physical deterioration. - Teach patients, families and staff about care, prevention and treatment enhancement techniques. - Monitor the site's behavioral health program, identifying problems related to patient services and making recommendations for improvement. - Attend and participate in meetings and quality improvement activities as required. - Serve as a member of committees as requested. - Participate in evaluation of peers and support staff



NuWay Outpatient

• 2217 Nicollet Ave

• Substance Abuse Counselor

  • Sep 2015 - Jun 2016

  In cooperation with the Program Director, evaluate and modify program design for the purpose of meeting licensure and needs of clients. Provide case management/file documentation for individual caseload, noting all treatment related activities and services in an accurate, professional, and timely manner including assessment of chemical use and mental health problems, creating and monitoring individualized treatment plans, provide group therapy and individual counseling to individuals with co-occurring chemical abuse and mental health problems. Facilitate/participate groups regarding the disease of addiction and the recovery process consistent with maintaining good mental health Provide culturally sensitive and relevant services to diverse clients and their families



Nuway Audio Visual

• United Kingdom
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• On Call/Float Counselor

  • Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

  In cooperation with the Program Director, evaluate and modify program design for the purpose of meeting licensure and needs of clients. Provide case management/file documentation for individual caseload, noting all treatment related activities and services in an accurate, professional, and timely manner including assessment of chemical use and mental health problems, creating and monitoring individualized treatment plans, provide group therapy and individual counseling to individuals with co-occurring chemical abuse and mental health problems. Facilitate/participate groups regarding the disease of addiction and the recovery process consistent with maintaining good mental health Provide culturally sensitive and relevant services to diverse clients and their families



PRIDE Institute

• Primary Chemical Dependency Counselor

  • Nov 2014 - Apr 2015

  As a primary counselor at PRIDE Institute I Manage a caseload of 8-13 clients providing on-going assessments, treatment planning, progress reviews, case management, crisis management and continued care planning. Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions involving recovery education. Facilitate process group specially to explore an individual's sexual orientation/ gender identity. Work with a multidisciplinary treatment team to facilitate client care within MN Rule 31 and CARF standards.

• ADC/MH Counselor

  • Aug 2014 - Nov 2014

  o Working with primary counselor to provide drug and alcohol counseling and mental health services. o Experience in facilitating group therapy, individual counseling sessions, creating treatment plans, providing assessments, case management and crisis management. o Maintain an individual caseload of at least 6 clients.

• ADC/MH Internship

  • Jan 2014 - Aug 2014

  o Working with primary counselor to provide drug and alcohol counseling and mental health services. o Experience in facilitating group therapy, individual counseling sessions, creating treatment plans, providing assessments, case management and crisis management. o Maintain an individual caseload of at least 6 clients.



People Incorporated

• St Paul MN

• Administrative Assistant III

  • Aug 2012 - Oct 2013

  o Word Processing: Inputs documents including finances on the computer system for easy retrieval; created monthly client newsletter; works with program coordinator to develop written materials, brochures, forms, and program policy; develops needed tracking systems for data. o File and Chart Coordination: Maintains current and accurate files of all information related to the recipients and program; files correspondence, memoranda, bulletins, searches and obtains information from the files and data requested by other staff; attends staff meetings taking notes and providing agendas and In-Service trainings provided by the program and administration o Purchasing and Inventory: Balances the checkbook; tracks and dispenses petty cash, receives donations, orders needed program supplies, and processes orders; inventory and order office supplies, track inventory and donations, recycle where possible to stay within budget line.



Garden and Associates

• Data Entry/Billing Specialist

  • Apr 2011 - Aug 2012

  o Billing: Reviewing and sending invoices to clients; reviewing, computing and entering payroll for all interpreters; entering and sending insurance claims; filing; data entry; various administrative duties. o Date Entry: entering requests received from different clients, filing, reviewing other’s work., research o Scheduling: coordinating appointments between clients and interpreters. Answering phones, handling emergency situations. o Billing: Reviewing and sending invoices to clients; reviewing, computing and entering payroll for all interpreters; entering and sending insurance claims; filing; data entry; various administrative duties. o Date Entry: entering requests received from different clients, filing, reviewing other’s work., research o Scheduling: coordinating appointments between clients and interpreters. Answering phones, handling emergency situations.



Salon Intriuge

• Front Desk Receptionist

  • Sep 2010 - Dec 2010