Katya Gaynor

Experience

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  Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

  Sept 2007 - Nov 2009

  Clinical Coordinator at the Bronx Veterans Administration

  Hospital-based neuropsychology research and treatment- Managed, prepared, and presented cases for diagnostic review in multidisciplinary team meetings- Implemented neuropsychology research studies in coordination with hospital care and maintained detailed electronic records- Provided emotional support, education, and appropriate referrals for patients and caregivers- Participated in community outreach through public mental health education

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  Brooklyn Community Services

  Sept 2010 - May 2011

  Social Work Intern

  Day treatment program for adults with severe mental illness.- Ran weekly psychoeducation groups on topics such as healthy living, anger management, and addiction management for a diverse population of clients- Provided individual counseling and case management, including coordination of benefits, housing, and additional treatment with collaterals- Created psychoeducational materials for clients’ families to promote family involvement in treatment in an effort to increase client outcomes Show less

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  Kaiser Permanente

  Aug 2014 - May 2015

  Clinical Social Work Intern

  Department of Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine Outpatient Clinic- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments and diagnosed appropriately using both DSM-IV-TR and DSM-5- Planned, coordinated, and implemented all phases of treatment from intake to termination for a diverse population of patients to manage psychiatric symptoms and improve quality of life- Worked closely with a multidisciplinary team and coordinated appropriate referrals while maintaining detailed electronic records - Provided direct counseling and educational services to clients with dual diagnoses in both individual and group settings utilizing evidence-based practices, including facilitating weekly Dialectical Behavioral Therapy groups Show less

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  Love Joy Wellness

  Sept 2015 - now

  Mental Health Educator, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Coach

  Trauma Focused Mental Health Education, Coaching & Consulting- Provide client-centered support through translating best practices into meaningful, culturally sensitive psychoeducation and coaching- Assess clients for past trauma and current physical and emotional needs, and provide appropriate education, emotional support, services, and referrals - Empower clients by guiding awareness and teaching skills for promoting mental and physical health through the use of somatic practices, trauma-focused hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and traditional clinical approaches- Provide private and group wellness education and services in schools, businesses, and community organizations Show less

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  SDSU Research Foundation

  Jan 2016 - Nov 2016

  Clinical Counselor

  DUI Program- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments of individuals screened at intake for substance use, trauma history, mental health diagnoses, and other risk factors - Facilitated individual and group substance abuse counseling and education sessions - Managed a full caseload and facilitated collaborative treatment and recovery planning with an emphasis on personal choice, client goals, and safety- Using a trauma-informed approach, assisted clients to identify strengths, resources, and resilience though enhancing motivation for change, promoting self-awareness, and supporting goals for recovery Show less

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  DoCancer

  Jun 2022 - now

  Clinical Hypnotherapist & Wellness Coach

  Concierge Cancer Support Organization- Teach mindfulness skills to patients undergoing cancer treatment in order to support mental health- Facilitate guided visualizations that harness the mind-body connection to improve outcomes and manage side effects of treatment- Empower clients with psychoeducation and skills training to manage emotional challenges