Deidre George-Mullins, LMT
Outpatient Therapist at Lakeview Center Inc- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Professional working proficiency
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American Sign Language Elementary proficiency
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Credentials
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Child Parent Psychotherapy
Lili Gray ConsultingJan, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Prenatal Substance Exposure: Impact on Development
Los Angeles County Department of Mental HealthJun, 2013- Sep, 2024 -
Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP) Direct Services Training Workship - 40 hours
Practicewise LLCMay, 2013- Sep, 2024 -
Infancy, Childhood, & Relationship Enrichment
Pacific Clinics Training InstituteNov, 2011- Sep, 2024 -
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Los Angeles County Department of Mental HealthNov, 2010- Sep, 2024 -
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Los Angeles County Department of Mental HealthJun, 2010- Sep, 2024 -
Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Medical University of South CarolinaMay, 2010- Sep, 2024 -
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Advanced Skills
UC DavisJun, 2009- Sep, 2024 -
Children with Sexual Behavior Problems
The Children's Center of the Antelope ValleyApr, 2009- Sep, 2024 -
Somatic and Vicarious Therapy training
The Children's Center of the Antelope Valley - Babette Rothschild, MSW, LCSWJun, 2008- Sep, 2024 -
Working with Latino Families
Children's Bureau APSS ProgramMay, 2008- Sep, 2024 -
Understanding and Assessing Children and Youth with Sexual Behavior Problems
Los Angeles County Department of Mental HealthMar, 2008- Sep, 2024 -
Antelope Valley Gangs and Subculture Lecture
The Children's Center of the Antelope ValleyNov, 2007- Sep, 2024 -
The Psychophysiology of Trauma & Trauma Treatment
PSYCHO-LEGAL ASSOCIATES, INC.Jun, 2007- Sep, 2024 -
How to Approach & Respond to a Child Molestation Investigation & Prosecution
The Children's Center of the Antelope ValleyApr, 2006- Sep, 2024 -
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Training
UCDMC CAARE CenterJul, 2005- Sep, 2024 -
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Los Angeles County Department of Mental HealthJun, 2005- Sep, 2024 -
P.O.S.T. Domestic Violence for First Responders Course
San Diego Regional Training CenterMay, 2000- Sep, 2024 -
Chemical Dependency & Homelessness Conference
Homeless Health Care Los AngelesJun, 1996- Sep, 2024 -
Domestic Violence Counselor Training: Teen Dating Violence
Southern California Coalition on Battered WomenFeb, 1996- Sep, 2024 -
Windows Leadership Training
A Window Between WorldsNov, 1995- Sep, 2024 -
40-Hours State-Mandated Domestic Violence Training
YWCA of GlendaleJan, 1995- Sep, 2024 -
• Certificate of specialization in counseling individuals with visual impairments and their families | 1994
Mount Saint Mary's UniversityMay, 1994- Sep, 2024 -
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHFeb, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Detecting Predators
Diocese Of PensacolaAug, 2014- Sep, 2024 -
Protect Vulnerable Adults
Diocese Of PensacolaAug, 2014- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Lakeview Center Inc
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Outpatient Therapist
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Nov 2018 - Present
•Provide Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) services to parents/caregivers and young children birth to age 6 who experienced trauma to strengthen healthy attachments and assist parents/caregivers' ability to support children in addressing their trauma to feel safer Alleviate symptomology causing impairments in clients' daily functioning and relationships through individual therapy with children, teenagers, and adults, couple's/marriage counseling, and family therapy with a focus on trauma, depression, and anxiety.•Improve clients functioning in the community through 12-week court-ordered Anger Management classes.•Improve family relationships and assist in family reunification by addressing issues through 12-week court-ordered Parenting classes. • Provide 52 sessions court-ordered Batterer's Intervention Program (BIP) classes to monolingual Spanish-speaking clients to reduce domestic violence. •Address substance abuse issues using evidence-based curriculum with The Matrix.•Conduct triage sessions, brief clinical assessments, biopsychosocial assessments, and develop treatment plans with discharge planning for continuity of care.•Collaborate with DCF, probation, and the court system regarding treatment planning for clients. •Collaborate with clinic nurses, psychiatrists, Mobile Response Team (MRT), and Community Action Team (CAT) service providers at weekly Treatment Team meetings to identify and address treatment needs impacting client functioning.•Provide linkages and referrals to clients for continuity of care.•Conducted a Coping Skills group with a primary focus on decreasing symptoms of depression and anxiety.
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Therapeutic Manager (formerly Substance Abuse Overlay Services Therapist)
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Feb 2016 - Nov 2018
-Facilitate daily group counseling sessions using the Seeking Safety, Impact of Crime, Thinking for a Change, and Boys' Council curriculums addressing substance abuse and mental health issues at a high-risk, dual diagnosis treatment facility for 39 adjudicated adolescent males ages 13-21.-Collaborate in team meetings with Juvenile Probation Officers, educational principal, vocational training program staff, and community providers to discuss needs, progress, and treatment issues to increase stability when returning to their communities.-Write monthly Performance Plans and quarterly Performance Summary reports to judges, juvenile probation officers, and parents.-Conduct individual therapy sessions twice a month and family therapy sessions addressing past trauma, underlying issues impacting antisocial behaviors, and family dynamics to improve family relationships and prepare youth to successfully transition back into their communities.-Collaborate with program nurses and the psychiatrist regarding mental health needs.-Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate in discharge planning.-Provide linkages and referrals to youth for continuity of care after their discharge.
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Founder | Clinical Counselor Outpatient Therapy
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2015 - Nov 2018
Educate about life stages, cultural and racial issues, and diversity to promote increased understanding and cooperation, decrease stigma and fear, and improve inclusive interactions.Work to increase positive interactions between youth and the elderly to promote valuing and appreciation of all age groups, increase social interactions between youth and older adults, and educate about the positive ramifications within the community.Participate in Industry discussions on developmental issues and therapeutic modalities.Research Industry LeadersTrack Industry TrendsAttend Networking Events
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Children's Bureau
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Wraparound Therapist | Clinical Counseling | Outpatient Therapy | Foster Children Specialist | DCS
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Aug 2011 - Feb 2014
Provided intensified mental health services 2-3 sessions/week/client for 13-15 clients using Managing and Adapting Practices and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to stabilize placements of minors in foster care and to decrease risk of going into a higher level of care, losing their placements, or running away. Exceeded productivity expectations by 10-20% monthly. Actively collaborated in weekly meetings with Wraparound team, DCFS CSW, and the family using Core Practice Model to address emotional/behavioral, cultural, spiritual, medical, safety, legal, academic, social, financial, housing, and recreational needs to improve home, school, and community functioning. Collaborated with probation, court systems, Therapeutic Behavioral Services, Regional Center, schools, and psychiatrists for continuity and provided referrals for additional services.
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The Children's Center of the Antelope Valley
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Clinical Therapist | Psychotherapy | DCS | Outpatient | Group Therapy | Individual Therapy
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Oct 2004 - Aug 2011
Decreased behavioral symptomology through intensified mental health services to 15-18 children in foster care and with biological families using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. Conducted assessments, developed treatment plans, and collaborated with DCFS, Family Preservation, Regional Center, and psychiatrists to reduce/eliminate PTSD symptoms in children, with special emphasis on treating children who had been sexually abused to improve home, school, and community functioning. Reduced symptomology for most clients at 3-month reassessments through sexual abuse group therapy for co-ed children ages 4-7 and girls ages 14-18 for approximately 56 children/teens annually. Facilitated a domestic violence children's group and a boys' anger management group for 68 children annually. Co-facilitated a Spanish-speaking Caregivers' Group to improve parenting skills with children who were sexually abused and to improve children's functioning. Co-facilitated an Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) group with 40-48 teens annually to improve problem-solving skills, social skills, and adherence to boundaries.
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Clinical Manager
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Aug 2009 - May 2011
Increased billing in a team of four clinicians and one case manager through Performance Evaluations and Performance Improvement Plans. Utilized detail-oriented skills to train seasoned staff and new trainees and interns on DMH regulatory standards to improve documentation and productivity expectations. Actively participated in managers' meetings, DMH providers' meetings, and Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement meetings to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and increase productivity. Conducted case consultation groups when Clinical Director was unavailable.
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Family Preservation In-Home Counselor
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May 2002 - Oct 2004
Provided individual and family therapy to address abuse and neglect allegations impacting children's placement in the home. Collaborated with DCFS and Department of Mental Health to maintain children in or reunify children to the home. Facilitated MCPC meetings and 75-Day Reviews when Program Director was unavailable. Provided feedback to administrators for the pilot program that lead to a permanent program.
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Children's Program Coordinator
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Jul 1999 - Mar 2002
Supervised five staff members (Children's Counselor and Children's Advocates) at the domestic violence crisis and transitional shelter programs to ensure provision of mental health and psycho-educational services. Counseled over 100 women and children annually to improve parent-child relationships and to educate about warning signs of and the impact of domestic violence.
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Children's Counselor
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Aug 1995 - Jun 1999
Conducted family counseling, children's individual and group counseling, and a parenting group addressing domestic violence and teen dating violence to identify warning signs and develop safety planning. Conducted trainings on the impact of domestic violence on children and signs of teen dating violence to professionals in the community, high school students, and with volunteers for 20 domestic violence shelters in Los Angeles County. Co-wrote the Children's Windows manual using art as a healing tool for children. Conducted a survey to identify obstacles to Armenian women accessing domestic violence services for the Department of Health Services. Prepared statistical reports on a monthly and quarterly basis.
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Women's Advocate
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Jun 1994 - Jul 1995
Provided crisis management to battered women on the hotline and provided referrals for assistance.
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Education
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1994 - 1997
California State University-Long Beach
Master of Science (M.S.), Psychology - Marriage and Family Therapy, with an emphasis in Community Counseling -
1990 - 1994
Mount St. Mary's College
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
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