1. Katherine Murphy, LMHCA
Angola In. Murphykh@cougars.sf.edu / 260 463 1537
Bachelor of Arts: American Studies Hampshire College Amherst MA. 1990
Master of Arts: African-American Studies UCLA Los Angeles, CA. 1992
Master of Science: Counseling Saint Francis University Ft. Wayne IN. 2014
● Received recognition for top academic honors for distinguished GPA May 2014
Mental Health Assessments: Allen County Corrections, Ft. Wayne, IN: March 2015-Oct.2015
Performed forensic assessments for medium and high-risk clients
● Created accurate reports incorporating results of Shipley and MMPI tests
● Formed accurate diagnostic impressions using DSM V criteria
● Made individualized treatment recommendations and referrals
DBT Skills Trainer: Park Center, Ft. Wayne, IN. August 2013- Nov 2015
Provided skills training therapy for high-need and borderline personality diagnosed clients.
● Worked with clients to build life and coping skills in four areas: mindfulness, distress
● Developed timely and accurate assessments, treatment plans, charts, and billing
requirements
● Coordinated care with DCS, the judicial system, and support agencies
Intern, Trine University Counseling Office. Angola, IN. August 2013- Nov 2015
Counselor and addiction educator for college students with diverse academic social and
behavioral needs
● Provided crisis intervention services
● Performed addiction counseling, alcohol education and addiction assessment for
students
● Performed short-term solution-focused psychotherapy as well long-term counselling
Adjunct Professor: Trine University, Angola, IN. 2008-2010
● Taught American History and Literature College Classes
Adjunct Professor: Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA. 2004-2008
● Taught survey and advanced undergraduate courses in American History
G.E.D Instructor: ARCH Education Center, Washington D.C. 1998-1999
● Prepared underserved youth (ages 18-24) for high school equivalency exam
Social Services and Youth Education Director: Unitarian Church, Rockville, MD 1996
Faculty: Washington Ethical Alternative High School, Silver Spring, MD 1995
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Volunteer Job Placement Counselor and Benefits Coordinator: Project Help. Angola IN
Kenyan Relief Effort Volunteer: Kisumu, Kenya
Case Management Intern: Rosie’s Shelter for Battered Women, Boston MA.