Tyra Berger, MSMFT, LCPC

Experience

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  Kerrigan Media International

  Jun 2001 - May 2005

  Circulation Manager

  Managed subscription database for 6 military publications. Supervised staff of 5. Provided excellent customer service to subscribing customers.

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  Insurance Associates

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2012

  Administrative Assistant

  General support to President of agency and office staff of 50. Managed office calendar. Ordered supplies and corresponded with vendors. Organized office events and meetings. Organized & collected outgoing mail; organized & distributed incoming mail. Managed insurance licensing & appointments for entire staff. Assisted underwriters with policies, endorsements, certificates etc. Front desk receptionist; Answered phones and provided outstanding customer service.

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  Divine Possibilities, LLC

  Aug 2008 - Jan 2016

  Wedding & Events Coordinator

  Wedding & Event Coordinating. Day-of and complete wedding and event coordination. Determine needs for event, find vendors for event, attend vendor meetings with clients. Coordinate events and weddings from beginning to end. Marketing for business.

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  Insurance Associates, Inc.

  Jan 2012 - Apr 2012

  Assistant Underwriter

  As the Assistant Underwriter I supported the Underwriter by handling prompt turnaround of requests for Certificates of Insurance, processed routine endorsement requests, provided initial review of insurance policies, prepared premium/loss summaries, and checked audits and Experience Mod Worksheets for accuracy

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  Axim Fringe Solutions Group, LLC

  Dec 2012 - Feb 2016

  Administrative Manager

  Axim Fringe is the Government Contracting arm of Axim Global Strategies Group, LLC. Axim Fringe was created to serve as a profitability partner for contractors that have SCA (Service Contract Act) or DBA (Davis Bacon Act) requirements on their government contracts.As Administrative Manager at Axim Fringe Solutions Group I provide fringe dollar management and benefits planning as it pertains to all Service Contract Act and Davis Bacon Act contracts.● Executive Support: Calendar Management, Meeting Coordination, Teleconferences, Domestic Travel, Expense Reports, Spreadsheets and Presentations. ● Human Resources: Documentation of New Hires; Change of Status and Terminations, Medical Benefits Processing and administration of employee benefit group plans. Show less

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  Community Connections, Inc.

  Feb 2016 - Sept 2018

  Community Connections' core purpose is to provide behavioral health, residential services, and primary health care coordination for marginalized and disenfranchised women, men and children living in the District of Columbia who are coping with mental illness, addiction, and the aftermath of trauma and abuse. As Community Support Specialist I function as part of a clinical team to deliver community-based support and rehabilitation services to a group of consumers receiving services at the Community Connections Core Service Agency. My essential duties and responsibilities include: -Participating as a team member in the development of a consumer's Individual Recovery Plan.-Develop a therapeutic relationship with client to enhance functioning.-Assist consumers in acquiring skills and resources necessary for successful community living.-Assist the consumer in symptom management and the development of self-soothing capacities. -Provide clinical case management services to a caseload of 30 consumers.-Implement direct supportive services and crisis response, as well as therapy and skill-building groups at five communities including over 60 consumers.-Liaison with clinical teams, mainstream service providers, and community partners to facilitate appropriate service referrals and foster connections to needed services.-Ensure documentation necessary for highest quality care and accurate billing is completed on time. Show less

  • On-Call Specialist

    Dec 2017 - Sept 2018

  • Shelter Plus Care Case Manager

    Oct 2017 - Sept 2018

  • Case Manager Advisory Board Representative

    Dec 2016 - Sept 2018

  • Clinical Housing Coordinator

    Feb 2016 - Sept 2018
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  Stephanie Weiland-Knarr, LLC

  Dec 2016 - Jun 2020

  Associate Therapist

  As a Marriage & Family Therapy Associate at Dr. Stephanie's Relationship Repair Shop, I work with individuals, couples, and families struggling with personal and relationship issues. I am supportive, encouraging and compassionate and I try to create a safe and comfortable environment where we can work together to identify the issues and reasonable solutions.I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from University of Maryland University College and a Master of Science Degree in Marriage & Family Counseling Therapy from Capella University. As an MS Graduate I am practicing under the supervision of Dr. Stephanie Weiland-Knarr, a well-respected licensed family therapist known for her Relationship Repair Shop (www.drstephanieonline.com).I am also certified in the Prepare-Enrich Pre-Marital Assessment, which is the leading couple and marriage inventory nationally and internationally. This assessment is a thorough tool that helps couples explore and strengthen their relationships.​Some of my areas of interest and experience include those struggling with depression or anxiety, families coping with divorce, infidelity, domestic abuse, and individuals with self-esteem issues. I also have a special interest in helping couples in premarital counseling, gay and lesbian relationships and domestic violence or abuse. To address many of these issues I utilize the Solution-Focused Therapy Model, Gottman Therapy Method, Prepare-Enrich, and Trauma Focused Therapy. Show less

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  QCI Behavioral Health

  Oct 2018 - Dec 2018

  Therapist

  -Provide psychotherapy to clients in both out-patient and in-home settings. -Complete clinical documentation to include treatment plans, assessments and progress notes.

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  All That's Therapeutic

  Dec 2018 - Jun 2019

  Therapist

  -Provide psychotherapy to clients in both out-patient and in-home settings. -Complete clinical documentation to include treatment plans, assessments and progress notes.

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  The Therapy Nook, LLC

  Jun 2020 - now

  Owner & Therapist

  As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor I work with individuals, couples, and families struggling with personal and relationship issues. I am supportive, encouraging and compassionate and I try to create a safe and comfortable environment where we can work together to identify the issues and reasonable solutions.I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from University of Maryland University College and a Master of Science Degree in Marriage & Family Counseling Therapy from Capella University. I am also certified in the Prepare-Enrich Pre-Marital Assessment, which is the leading couple and marriage inventory nationally and internationally. This assessment is a thorough tool that helps couples explore and strengthen their relationships.​Some of my areas of interest and experience include those struggling with depression or anxiety, families coping with divorce, infidelity, domestic abuse, and individuals with self-esteem issues. I also have a special interest in helping couples in premarital counseling, gay and lesbian relationships and domestic violence or abuse. To address many of these issues I utilize the Solution-Focused Therapy Model, Gottman Therapy Method, Prepare-Enrich, and Trauma Focused Therapy. Show less