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Mary Farrell

Auckland,Titirangi

Summary

Accomplished Private Practitioner and EAP Counselor with a proven track record in enhancing client mental health through innovative psychotherapy techniques and effective communication. At Stratos/Benestar, significantly improved workforce resilience by developing mental health initiatives. Expert in clinical assessment and telehealth, blending empathy with multicultural competence to support diverse client needs.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Practitioner

Self-employeed
02.1996 - Current
  • Conducted couples'' counseling sessions that resulted in stronger relationships through improved communication skills.
  • Assisted clients in developing healthy coping mechanisms to navigate life transitions or manage unresolved emotional conflicts effectively.
  • Established a positive rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds, facilitating effective communication and trust-building during therapy sessions.
  • Utilized evidence-based therapeutic approaches to enhance the effectiveness of therapy sessions.

EAP Counselor

Stratos/ Benestar
03.2004 - 09.2016
  • Promoted work-life balance by offering guidance on time management, prioritization, and self-care practices for employees.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices and emerging trends in the Employee Assistance Program field.
  • Collaborated with HR professionals to develop tailored mental health initiatives that increased overall workforce resilience.
  • Performed after-care monitoring and followed up with employees and providers to verify employee safety and treatment continuation.

Counselling Director

The Law Society UK
03.1989 - 05.1995

Provided professional counselling and support for students and staff at the Chester College of Law, and consulted on student well-being.

Senior Lecturer

Chester College
02.1976 - 06.1985

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy/Counselling - Psychotherapy

Manchester University
Manchester UK
06.1992

Post Grad Cert in Education - Education

University of Cambridge
Cambridge UK
06.1978

Bachelor of Arts - English/Fine Art

University of Leeds
Leeds UK
06.1971

Skills

  • Mental Health Evaluation
  • Using my skills to help identify and work with key areas of difficulty and distress in personal and professional life
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Diagnosis Formulation
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Psychotherapy Techniques
  • Referral Networking
  • Individual Counseling
  • Clinical assessment
  • Telehealth Proficiency

Accomplishments

My book "Acts of Trust" was published by Exisle (Australia) in 2005.

I am a fully registered and highly experienced psychotherapist, who often presents papers at International Conferences.

Languages

French
Professional Working

Timeline

EAP Counselor

Stratos/ Benestar
03.2004 - 09.2016

Private Practitioner

Self-employeed
02.1996 - Current

Counselling Director

The Law Society UK
03.1989 - 05.1995

Senior Lecturer

Chester College
02.1976 - 06.1985

Post Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy/Counselling - Psychotherapy

Manchester University

Post Grad Cert in Education - Education

University of Cambridge

Bachelor of Arts - English/Fine Art

University of Leeds
Mary Farrell