Áine McCallion

Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Western Health and Social Care Trust

Derry, Derry

10.2014 - Current

Navigated ethical dilemmas using sound judgement and adherence to professional codes of conduct.
Developed individualised treatment strategies for targeted approach towards recovery process.
Delivered continued professional development sessions, raising clinical competency within team.
Participated in and facilitate regular peer supervision sessions; received constructive feedback on therapeutic practices.
Implemented evidence-based interventions for improved mental health outcomes.
Conducted risk assessments, identifying potential hazards and safeguarding patients' welfare.
Collaborated closely with psychiatrists to deliver optimal pharmacological support where necessary.
Consulted multidisciplinary teams, ensuring streamlined management of complex cases.
Enhanced client healing and wellbeing through application of a range of therapeutic techniques including CBT, psychodynamic, systemic, DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. Accredited Schema Therapy Practitioner.
Fostered therapeutic alliances with clients to encourage trust and engagement with therapy.
Increased self-awareness amongst clients using psychoanalytic therapy methods.
Exercised full clinical responsibility for psychological intervention and evaluation with range of common, acute and complex mental health needs.
Provided high-quality specialist psychology service and upheld best, evidence-based practice and trust care pathways for optimal client outcomes.
Used and promoted use of outcome measures and feedback tools within service.
Developed excellent professional relationships with clients for continued positive outcomes.
Scheduled appointments and consultations for best-possible care provision in line with patient needs.
Developed, led and delivered group therapy for various client needs.
Created and implemented treatment programes for optimal outcomes in clients and families.
Supported clients during crisis intervention situations, ensuring their safety and immediate care needs were met adequately.
Applied psychological therapy in diverse cultural and ethnic contexts with patients, caregivers and families.
Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from clinically diagnosed mental disorders.
Collaborated with related professionals to study psychological factors in diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental illness.
Planned and conducted diagnostic tests, interpreting results to formulate advice.
Monitored therapeutic practices to evaluate effectiveness on clients.
Evaluated need for follow-up services after providing course of therapeutic treatment.
Provided specialised services for clients who deal with difficulties relating to complex trauma.
Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment formulation.
Maintained detailed case notes adhering to professional standards of confidentiality and data protection measures.
Supervised Trainee Doctorate Level Psychologists as part of their professional training and competence development.
Recorded client information securely in system indicating precautions, concerns and risks.
Analysed effect of heredity, social and occupational factors on patterns in thought and behaviour.
Maintained open lines of communication with required contacts to deliver comprehensive service.