Ximena Lizama
Coolidge,AZ
Summary
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona, with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in outpatient, school-based, and community settings. Skilled in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, Solution Focused Therapy, and evidence-based practices including DBT, and CAMS. Strong background in supporting diverse populations with emotional, behavioral, and complex mental health needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
The Hope Institute of CUSD
Gilbert, AZ
05.2023 - Current
- Provide individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults
- Utilize DBT, CAMS, and trauma-informed approaches to treat emotional dysregulation and suicidal ideation
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support client progress
Mental Health Clinician
Southwest Key Programs
Mesa, AZ
10.2022 - 03.2025
- Provided individual, group counseling, and crisis intervention
- Supervised staff on trauma-informed care initiatives
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate client needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to promote mental health awareness and recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and enhance service delivery for clients.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support clients in achieving their personal goals.
- Monitored client progress through regular evaluations, adjusting treatment plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring immediate support and stabilization for individuals in distress.
- Trained and mentored junior clinicians on best practices in mental health assessment and intervention strategies.
Intensive In-Home Clinician
Family Service Agency
Lompoc Santa Barbara, CA
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Delivered intensive in-home therapy for youth and families
- Coordinated care with Behavioral Wellness services
- Provided therapeutic interventions to individuals and families, enhancing emotional well-being and resilience.
School-Based Counselor (K–12)
Family Service Agency
Santa Barbara, CA
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Provided school-based mental health services for students with high needs
- Collaborated with educators and multidisciplinary teams
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to promote mental health and well-being.
- Developed tailored treatment plans based on client assessments and therapeutic goals.
- Coordinated support services with community resources to enhance client outcomes.
Therapist (DSS)
Department of Social Services
Lompoc
09.2019 - 11.2021
- Provided short-term therapy for family reunification cases
- Delivered psycho-education on domestic violence, communication, and coping skills
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and client needs.
- Implemented evidence-based practices, increasing effectiveness of therapeutic interventions.
Education
Master of Science - Professional Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZBachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis Intervention & Risk Assessment
- Suicide Prevention (CAMS)
- DBT Skill Training
- ADHD & Executive Functioning Support
- Family Collaboration & Parent Support
- School-Based Mental Health
- Bilingual Counseling (English/Spanish)
Certification
- CAMS (Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality) Certification
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Certification
- Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) Level 1 & 2
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
- Integrative Medicine and Nutrition for PTSD and Complex Trauma
- The Clinician’s Suicide Prevention Summit: Treatment Strategies to Inspire Hope and Save Lives
- Certified Anger Management Treatment Professional
- Personality Disorders: Advanced Diagnosis, Treatment & Management
- ADHD in Children & Adolescents
- ADHD, Executive Functioning, and Health Outcomes
- ADHD, Neurodiversity, and Clinical Practice
- ADHD, Social Anxiety & Rejection Sensitivity
- Rebuilding Trust in ADHD-Impacted Relationships
- Play Therapy for School-Related Anxiety & School Refusal
- Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery
- Somatic Experiencing & Relationship Repair Clinical Tools
- Grief & Trauma: Mindfulness & Indigenous Healing Approaches
- Mindfulness for Anxiety, Addiction, and Habit Change
- Nutrition and Integrative Methods for Trauma: Improve Mood, Sleep, and Well-Being
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
The Hope Institute of CUSD
05.2023 - Current
Mental Health Clinician
Southwest Key Programs
10.2022 - 03.2025
Intensive In-Home Clinician
Family Service Agency
02.2022 - 10.2022
Therapist (DSS)
Department of Social Services
09.2019 - 11.2021
School-Based Counselor (K–12)
Family Service Agency
09.2018 - 09.2022
Master of Science - Professional Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix