Patricia Harrison
Ballina,Ireland
Summary
Compassionate Addiction Counsellor with a capability of creating a therapeutic relationship in a safe, supportive environment. Experienced at developing tailored treatment plans, leading group therapy sessions, and providing one-on-one counselling. Specialised in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, with emphasis on understanding each client's individual journey.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Addiction Counsellor
Hope House
Foxford, County Mayo
04.2024 - Current
- Demonstrate empathy and active listening skills during one-on-one counselling sessions.
- Utilise motivational interviewing techniques towards empowering clients towards change.
- Create individualised client treatment plans.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay updated on latest research findings and therapeutic approaches in addictions counselling field.
- Applied cognitive behavioural therapy techniques for effective treatment outcomes.
- Conducted assessments of clients' substance use patterns for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Conduct group therapy sessions, promoting emotional healing and peer support.
- Enhanced patients' understanding of addiction through informative sessions.
- Encouraged positive lifestyle changes by suggesting healthy habits and coping mechanisms.
- Organised regular follow-ups post-treatment for sustained recovery and relapse prevention.
- Maintained strict confidentiality protocols, protecting sensitive patient information at all times.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions.
Intellectual Disability Nurse
HSE West and Sisters of La Sagesse, Cregg HOUSE
Sligo
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.
- Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- Safeguarded patients' wellbeing with diligent observation and immediate action on any changes in condition.
- Managed challenging behaviour by utilising de-escalation techniques.
Administrative Assistant
Mayo-Sligo Mart
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Receptionist
- Manual and Computerised accounts
- Communicating with the Department of Agriculture
- Improved customer satisfaction through prompt response to email and phone queries.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly maintaining high level confidentiality at all times.
- Performed bookkeeping tasks, including invoicing and expense tracking.
Plant Manager
Colour Communications
Castlerea, County Roscommon
01.1993 - 01.1997
- I was responsible for team moral and carried out training needs assessments and implemented training programs
- I was accountable for quality control
- As the manager for the night shift, I supervised production and delegated duties
- I was part of the interview team for employing staff and was accountable as the safety officer
- Ensured safe work environment with strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
St. Angela's College
Sligo, County Sligo 09.2003 - 04.2007
Higher National Diploma - Psychotherapy
Castlebar Counselling and Therapy Centre
Castlebar, County Mayo 09.2017 - 04.2021
Certificate - EMDR Therapy Accredited Training Program
Colloquy Trauma Centre
Dublin 11.2023 - 06.2024
Certificate - EMDR Child and Adolescent Accredited Training
Colloquy Trauma Centre
Dublin, Leinster 11.2023 - 06.2024
Skills
- Client-Centred therapy
- Substance abuse counselling
- Group therapy
- Cognitive behavioural therapy practiced
- Familiarity with 12-step program
- Relapse prevention knowledge
- Treatment planning competency
- Ethical decision-making capability
- Client confidentiality
References
Available on request.
Timeline
Addiction Counsellor
Hope House
04.2024 - Current
Certificate - EMDR Therapy Accredited Training Program
Colloquy Trauma Centre
11.2023 - 06.2024
Certificate - EMDR Child and Adolescent Accredited Training
Colloquy Trauma Centre
11.2023 - 06.2024
Higher National Diploma - Psychotherapy
Castlebar Counselling and Therapy Centre
09.2017 - 04.2021
Intellectual Disability Nurse
HSE West and Sisters of La Sagesse, Cregg HOUSE
01.2007 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
St. Angela's College
09.2003 - 04.2007
Administrative Assistant
Mayo-Sligo Mart
01.1997 - 01.2003
Plant Manager
Colour Communications
01.1993 - 01.1997
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