Carla Cook

Objective and empathetic mental health clinician with a keen understanding of individuals with mental, developmental, or physical disabilities; flexibility, tolerance, tact, emotional stability, and respect for persons from diverse backgrounds. A strong commitment to the Recovery Model and the ability to cultivate equanimity in a stressful environment by implementing evidence-based interventions appropriately and effectively; Excellent communication skills utilizing rapid assessment and adaptation of therapeutic methods to fit individual clientele, while addressing any identified barriers to recovery. Experienced working with cultural diversity, LGBTQ issues, substance abuse, trauma, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, justice-involved individuals, and a wide variety of serious ...