Meet Christie
M.S., M.Ed., LPC-S
Christie D. Brown was born and raised in Dallas, Texas in a single parent home. She was educated early in the Champion Child Development Center System and later transitioned into the Dallas Independent School District where she attended both elementary and junior high. After junior high, she attended and graduated from Duncanville High School. Post high school, she attended Texas A& M University-Commerce where two degrees were conferred to her: Bachelor's of Science in Criminal Justice & Masters of Science in Training & Development. She furthered her education by receiving a Masters of Education in Counseling from the University of North Texas and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision.
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Her extensive career identity includes employment with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and acute inpatient psychiatric care. She has developed and assisted in the creation of several programs including H.O.W.W. (Helping Our Women Win) which is a skills based group serving women recently released on parole, successfully migrate back into society post release. She also has created a psychodynamic group titled, EmpowerHER. This is a transformative course designed to empower and inspire women to unlock their full potential, build confidence, and achieve their personal and professional goals. Each week focuses on different aspects of personal growth and empowerment, providing participants with practical tools, strategies, and support to create lasting change in their lives
She devotedly advocates that counseling should be as commonplace as breathing. Her objective is to bring counseling into uncharted territories, fostering mental health awareness and supporting others through collaborative teamwork to attain well-being, wholeness, and impactful transformation. Her aim is to pivot and propel others into their purpose.
Professional Summary
Education
Ph.D. Counselor Education & Supervision
M.Ed. Counseling
M.S. Training & Development
B.S. Criminal Justice
University of the Cumberlands
University of North Texas
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Expected Graduation Date: May 2024
May, 2014
August, 2010
May, 2008
​Licensures & Certifications
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Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
Emotional Intelligence Coach
Licensed Cosmetologist
Assessing & Managing Suicide Risk Trainer (AMSR)
Verbal De-Escalator Trainer
Skills & Abilities:
Psychiatric Problem Familiarity, Biopsychosocial Assessments, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Co-Occurring Disorders, Treatment Planning, Individual, Family & Group Therapy , Curriculum Development, Motivational Speaking
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Qualifications:
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2018 - 2021
Behavioral Health Service Coordinator, Children's Medical Center
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Conducts behavioral health assessments
Provide client education related to community behavioral health resources, insurance information and pharmaceutical assistance.
Advocate for members in clinical rounds to ensure member safety, compliance and outpatient stability
2016-2018
Program Manager, Hickory Trail Hospital
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Contributes to the development and implementation of hospital policies and procedures
Counsels and assists staff with clinical programming and client issues
Accountable for overseeing the operation of interdisciplinary team meetings
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2015-2018
Training Coordinator, Hickory Trail Hospital
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Assess training needs for new and existing employees
Develop training manuals and handbooks in accordance with hospital policies and regulations
Organize, develop and source training programs to meet specific training needs and provide feedback to management
2014-2016
Therapist, Specialized Transformation Counseling & Consulting
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Conduct individual, couple and family therapy
Conduct assessments for mental health and chemical dependency
Attend interdisciplinary team meetings to staff clinical cases
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2013-2015
Discharge Planner/Court Liaison, Hickory Trail Hospital
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Prepare legal documents for probable cause hearings and medication petitions
Organize and consummate transfers for patients
Discuss patient progress towards goals with patients, medication management, family relationships and discharge planning
2008-2013
Parole Officer, Texas Department of Criminal Justice
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Assist offenders with reintegration into society with the aid of various resource referrals
Maintain case records, prepare reports and conduct correspondence related to assignments
Conduct case management on an individual basis according to the clients supervision needs for both in-state and out-of-state cases