Lauren E. Brdecka

Professor at Antioch University-Los Angeles
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Experience

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Professor
      • Mar 2023 - Present

      Traditional & Low Residency MAP Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology: PSY-5360D Research for Mental Health Professionals (3 hours; both asychronous and synchronous formats) PSY-6210 Clinical Practicum (1 hour; remote) PSY-5000 Clinical Readiness (2 hour; remote) Traditional & Low Residency MAP Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology: PSY-5360D Research for Mental Health Professionals (3 hours; both asychronous and synchronous formats) PSY-6210 Clinical Practicum (1 hour; remote) PSY-5000 Clinical Readiness (2 hour; remote)

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Group Clinical Supervisor
      • Dec 2021 - Present

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Psychotherapist (LCPC)
      • Jun 2021 - Present

      Trauma and somatic therapist specializing in the treatment of addiction, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, family systems, personality disorders, self-harm, suicidality, and trauma. Trauma and somatic therapist specializing in the treatment of addiction, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, family systems, personality disorders, self-harm, suicidality, and trauma.

    • United States
    • Mental Health Care
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Research Coordinator
      • May 2019 - Present

    • United States
    • Mental Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Therapist
      • Mar 2021 - Jun 2021

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Task Force Coordinator
      • Mar 2020 - Jun 2021

  • Thresholds and Motivent Total Health
    • Westmont, Illinois, United States
    • Coordinator and Counseling Intern
      • Oct 2019 - Mar 2021

      Youth & Young Adults Services, Private Practice, Research and Evaluation, and First-Episode Psychosis Youth & Young Adults Services, Private Practice, Research and Evaluation, and First-Episode Psychosis

    • United States
    • Mental Health Care
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Research and Innovation Specialist
      • Oct 2019 - Mar 2021

      • Hosted, implemented, and evidence-based, best practice intervention research studies in partnership with multiple collaborators from national and international universities and academic centers. We work together to develop and implement externally funded research and training programs on behalf of the agency • Supported young adults with complex trauma histories explore their identity, interpersonal relationships, and to face the fundamental tasks required of the transition to adulthood… Show more • Hosted, implemented, and evidence-based, best practice intervention research studies in partnership with multiple collaborators from national and international universities and academic centers. We work together to develop and implement externally funded research and training programs on behalf of the agency • Supported young adults with complex trauma histories explore their identity, interpersonal relationships, and to face the fundamental tasks required of the transition to adulthood while simultaneously managing their mental health symptoms • Coordinated the Youth & Young Adult Services (YAYAS) Advisory Board comprised of 10-12 youth across six mental health programs • Engaged in rigorous psychosocial assessment and supported in developing individualized treatment recommendations • Operationalized cognitive training program using brainHQ program for clinical implementation. • Developed user manual for the implementation of brainHQ cognitive training practices for population with severe mental illness • Supported in intake processes for community mental health programs for young adults with serious mental health challenges, early psychosis experiences, and psychotic episodes • Assessed mental illness acuity and severity, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, and appropriate program placement • Provided outreach to client’s previous mental health care teams, hospital staff, and prospective agency partners to ensure appropriate transition of clients care plans and relationship development. Show less • Hosted, implemented, and evidence-based, best practice intervention research studies in partnership with multiple collaborators from national and international universities and academic centers. We work together to develop and implement externally funded research and training programs on behalf of the agency • Supported young adults with complex trauma histories explore their identity, interpersonal relationships, and to face the fundamental tasks required of the transition to adulthood… Show more • Hosted, implemented, and evidence-based, best practice intervention research studies in partnership with multiple collaborators from national and international universities and academic centers. We work together to develop and implement externally funded research and training programs on behalf of the agency • Supported young adults with complex trauma histories explore their identity, interpersonal relationships, and to face the fundamental tasks required of the transition to adulthood while simultaneously managing their mental health symptoms • Coordinated the Youth & Young Adult Services (YAYAS) Advisory Board comprised of 10-12 youth across six mental health programs • Engaged in rigorous psychosocial assessment and supported in developing individualized treatment recommendations • Operationalized cognitive training program using brainHQ program for clinical implementation. • Developed user manual for the implementation of brainHQ cognitive training practices for population with severe mental illness • Supported in intake processes for community mental health programs for young adults with serious mental health challenges, early psychosis experiences, and psychotic episodes • Assessed mental illness acuity and severity, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, and appropriate program placement • Provided outreach to client’s previous mental health care teams, hospital staff, and prospective agency partners to ensure appropriate transition of clients care plans and relationship development. Show less

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Disaster Volunteer
      • Aug 2019 - Mar 2021

      Help prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. Help prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies.

    • Neuroscience Library Coordinator
      • Apr 2019 - Mar 2021

      Help to grow the BRAINSTORM community and keep community updates with current neuroscience research. Support Facebook community and live virtual events. Help find neuroscience professionals to speak to BRAINSTORM members. Synthesizes research and updates intellectual material for our website and community. Help to grow the BRAINSTORM community and keep community updates with current neuroscience research. Support Facebook community and live virtual events. Help find neuroscience professionals to speak to BRAINSTORM members. Synthesizes research and updates intellectual material for our website and community.

    • Program Manager
      • Apr 2018 - Mar 2021

      Under limited supervision, responsible for maximizing student enrollment and continuation rates through the effective implementation of new student recruitment, registration, retention, academic advising, and other relevant student service processes. In addition, functioned as the primary point of contact for all client interaction with Verizon Wireless leadership, management, and customer service staff. Performed University Development presentations and quarterly program reviews for the… Show more Under limited supervision, responsible for maximizing student enrollment and continuation rates through the effective implementation of new student recruitment, registration, retention, academic advising, and other relevant student service processes. In addition, functioned as the primary point of contact for all client interaction with Verizon Wireless leadership, management, and customer service staff. Performed University Development presentations and quarterly program reviews for the Verizon Wireless site leadership team. Show less Under limited supervision, responsible for maximizing student enrollment and continuation rates through the effective implementation of new student recruitment, registration, retention, academic advising, and other relevant student service processes. In addition, functioned as the primary point of contact for all client interaction with Verizon Wireless leadership, management, and customer service staff. Performed University Development presentations and quarterly program reviews for the… Show more Under limited supervision, responsible for maximizing student enrollment and continuation rates through the effective implementation of new student recruitment, registration, retention, academic advising, and other relevant student service processes. In addition, functioned as the primary point of contact for all client interaction with Verizon Wireless leadership, management, and customer service staff. Performed University Development presentations and quarterly program reviews for the Verizon Wireless site leadership team. Show less

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 500 - 600 Employee
    • LGBTQ+ Staff Advisory Board
      • May 2019 - Apr 2020

      Participate in biweekly meetings with Gateway Foundation staff to help create an authentic and informed LGBTQ+ environment and treatment for our upcoming LGBTQ+ treatment center in Lake Villa, IL.

    • Counselor
      • Apr 2019 - Oct 2019

      Completes comprehensive assessment of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements, and prepares individualized developmentally appropriate treatment plan. Provides individual and group counseling, and educational programs in accordance with treatment plan. Documents treatment and discharge plans, and clients' progress and responses to treatments; and maintains related records and charts. Performs case management and contributes to client care monitoring.

  • Starbucks Coffee Company
    • Downers Grove, IL
    • Shift Supervisor
      • Aug 2012 - Mar 2019

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Women's Program Director - CADC II
      • Oct 2011 - May 2012

    • Alumni Coordinator
      • May 2010 - May 2012

    • Case Manager and Counselor - CADC II
      • Aug 2008 - May 2012

    • Admissions Counselor
      • Jan 2009 - Dec 2011

    • Client Legal Advocate
      • Nov 2009 - Oct 2011

    • Support Staff - CADC I
      • Dec 2008 - Mar 2009

    • Behavioral Health Intern - CADC I
      • Aug 2008 - Dec 2008

Education

  • The Graduate School at Northwestern University
    Master of Arts - MA, Counseling Psychology
    2019 - 2021
  • The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
    Psychological First-Aid, Counseling Psychology
    2020 - 2020
  • Arizona State University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
    Bachelor of Science - BS, Human and Family Dynamics
  • Arizona State University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
    Teaching Assisstant - Advanced Marriage and Family Relationships, Human and Family Dynamics
  • Arizona State University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
    Teaching Assisstant - Family Ethnic and Cultural Diversity
  • HealthStaff Training Institue
    Drug and Alcohol Counseling, Counseling Psychology

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