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CAROLA LOPES DE SOUZA

Vancouver,V6G2L2

Summary

Clinician and social worker with expertise in mental health and substance use services, specializing in biopsychosocial assessments and both individual and group counselling. Demonstrated success in advocating for clients and improving treatment strategies through collaborative, client-centered case management. Proficient in trauma-responsive methodologies and dedicated to cultural humility, resulting in positive outcomes for diverse populations.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Worker

Providence Health Care
Vancouver, BC
10.2023 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive psycho-social assessments to evaluate client needs and challenges.
  • Delivered advanced therapeutic interventions to support client recovery and goal achievement.
  • Advocated for client rights and facilitated access to essential community resources.
  • Participated in inter-professional clinical case consultations to enhance treatment strategies.
  • Provided ongoing risk assessments and maintained updated safety plans for clients.

EFAP Telehealth Counsellor

Uprise
Sydney, NSW
06.2018 - Current
  • Engaged clients in goal-setting and action planning to promote personal growth and positive life changes.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health issues.
  • Assisted clients in developing, tailoring and implementing healthy coping skills
  • Utilized short-term CBT, mindfulness and stress management approaches to achieve increased work-life balance.
  • Referred clients for long-term mental health support where indicated.

Concurrent Disorders Counsellor

VCHA
Vancouver, BC
06.2008 - 05.2020
  • Developed comprehensive biopsychosocial concurrent disorders assessments and treatment plans
  • Delivered individual and group counselling support, utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities (DBT, IPT, CBT)
  • Spearheaded group program development, evaluation & research
  • Coordinated collaborative case management & discharge, liaising with community healthcare providers to ensure continued patient care
  • Provided crisis intervention, stabilization, and individual counselling to approximately 25 assigned suicidal clients ages 18-90
  • Facilitated family education & support

Clinical Counsellor

Hope Rehab Thailand
Sriracha, Bang Phra
11.2016 - 10.2017
  • Developed culturally sensitive, trauma-informed treatment and relapse prevention plans for clients.
  • Facilitated individual, group, and family therapy sessions addressing substance dependency and mental health issues.
  • Conducted psychoeducational sessions with families to enhance support strategies for recovery.
  • Contributed to multi-disciplinary team meetings for program planning and supervision.

After Hours Mental Health Therapist

Fraser Health Authority
Surrey, BC
10.2010 - 04.2013
  • Conducted telephone-based crisis intervention for clients facing mental health and substance use challenges.
  • Performed telephonic assessments and triage to determine appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborated with police, hospital emergency departments, and community mental health teams to ensure care continuity.
  • Educated and supported family members on immediate safety concerns and mental health issues.

Child Protection Social Worker

Ministry of Children & Family Development
Vancouver, BC
12.1999 - 06.2008
  • Screened and assessed concerns of child abuse and neglect through interviews with children, parents, and community partners.
  • Evaluated needs, risks, and strengths of indigenous families
  • Developed risk reduction services plans, addressing identified risks while leveraging community resources to enhance family functioning.
  • Managed integrated case services for up to 40 indigenous families, fostering collaborative relationships with indigenous agencies.
  • Chaired inter-disciplinary case conferences and facilitated alternative dispute resolutions involving families and community service providers.
  • Trained & mentored new social workers on child protection policies and best practices in social work.
  • Created and enforced family reunification plans, ensuring ongoing care through partnerships with community organizations.
  • Engaged in cultural sensitivity training and clinical supervision to improve practice effectiveness.
  • Collaborated within a multi-disciplinary team, promoting culturally informed approaches.
  • Drafted court documents in accordance with statutory legislation & MCFD policies

Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Adler School of Professional Psychology
Chicago
10-2007

Bachelor of Social Work - Anti-Oppressive Social Work

University of Victoria
Victoria
10-2002

Social Services Certificate - Social Services

Langara College
Vancouver
10-1999

Skills

  • Biopsychosocial Assessment & Treatment Planning
  • Crisis intervention and Stabilization
  • Individual and Group Therapy utilizing evidence-based modalities
  • Trauma-Responsive & Harm Reduction Approaches
  • Patient Advocacy, Family Support & Education
  • Collaborative Case Management & Discharge Planning
  • Systems Navigation & Resource Linkage
  • Cultural Humility & Anti-Oppressive Practice
  • Interdisciplinary Team Participation

Websites

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Social Worker

Providence Health Care
10.2023 - Current

EFAP Telehealth Counsellor

Uprise
06.2018 - Current

Clinical Counsellor

Hope Rehab Thailand
11.2016 - 10.2017

After Hours Mental Health Therapist

Fraser Health Authority
10.2010 - 04.2013

Concurrent Disorders Counsellor

VCHA
06.2008 - 05.2020

Child Protection Social Worker

Ministry of Children & Family Development
12.1999 - 06.2008

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Adler School of Professional Psychology

Bachelor of Social Work - Anti-Oppressive Social Work

University of Victoria

Social Services Certificate - Social Services

Langara College

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