This resume is for Alane J. Knapp, an experienced licensed clinical social worker seeking a position adhering to high ethical standards of clinical social work. She has over 30 years of experience providing individual, family, and group therapy for a wide range of mental health and substance abuse issues. Her experience includes program development, clinical supervision, and working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She is proficient in several treatment models and specialized in areas like depression, personality disorders, and survivors of abuse.

1. RESUME
Alane J. Knapp
M.S.W., L.C.S.W., Florida. SW3750 (inactive) L.C.S.W., North Carolina. #C004587 (inactive)
M.S.W., L.C.S.W., Pennsylvania #CW015746 (active)
544 Trout Avenue Home (724) 995-8035
Ligonier, PA 15658 Cell (724) 961-8384
Email: ajk1053@aol.com
OBJECTIVE:
To adhere to the highest standards ofethics and values related to the profession of clinical social work in providing services
to clients, and to represent the organization for whom I am employed with the highest degree of professionalism. It is also
my objective to consistently maintain awareness and sensitivity with respect to cultural diversity in every area of clients’
lives. My experience as a therapist and as a clinical supervisor has covered the entire spectrumof mental health disorders and
other life issues at all ages. I am proficient in Cognitive/Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Family
Systems, and a variety of other treatment models. In addition, I am adept at utilizing therapeutic interventions that are
individualized to each person’s needs and abilities. My ongoing objective and goal is to assist each client or family systemin
making necessary life changes while maintaining the highest possible quality of life.
SUMMARY OF EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:
COMPETENCIES:
 Program Development
 Treatment Planning/Discharge Planning
 Clinical Documentation
 Biopsychosocial assessments and diagnoses
 Psychiatric and medication referrals/issues
 Versatile and creative in utilization of treatment modalities/interventions based on client needs/abilities
 Individual, couples,family, and group therapy for a variety of mental health disorders and other life issues
 Innovative in creating novel therapeutic interventions that meet individual client needs/abilities
THERAPEUTIC CLINICAL SPECIALTIES AND EXPERTISE:
 Depression and other Mood Disorders/Anxiety Disorders
 Personality Disorders
 Survivors of Sexual Abuse/Incest
 Clients with anger issues
 Crisis Intervention
 Grief, Loss, and Bereavement Issues
EXAMPLES OF PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
 Work well independently and with other staff in a multi-disciplinary setting
 Team Player
 Excellent time management skills
 Excellent at problem solving and conflict resolution
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

2. EXPERIENCE:
Conemaugh Counseling Associates Sept. 2010-March 2016
Memorial Medical Center
Johnstown, PA
Position: Outpatient Therapist
Providing outpatient therapy to individuals, couples,and groups with a variety of mental health disorders. Position was
eliminated as a result of all psychiatrists resigning after which there were very few clients remaining for therapy.
ACRP, Johnstown, PA June 1, 2010-Sept. 2010
Position: Outpatient Therapist
Providing outpatient therapy to individuals with a variety of mental health disorders.
Adelphoi Village Multisystemic Services
Position: Family Therapist May 2008-Feb 2010
Provided in-home therapy to families/children addressing mental health/substance abuse issues; attended and testified at court
hearings; worked closely with juvenile probation officers and children youth services.
Odyssey Healthcare, nine county area in Pennsylvania July 2007-Feb 2008
Position: Medical Social Worker
Provided grief therapy to individuals and families dealing with end of life issues.
Lee Mental Health, Fort Myers, Florida Aug 2006-July 2007
Position: Therapist Specialized Therapeutic Foster Care
Comprehensive PsychosocialAssessments. Provided therapy to children and adolescents in therapeutic fostercare homes.
Provided support and education to therapeutic foster care parents. Reunification when applicable.
New Beginnings Counseling Center, Waynesville, NC Mar 2002-Apr 2005
Position: Psychotherapist
Provided individual, couples, and group counseling to clients with mental health/substance abuse issues utilizing a variety of
therapeutic interventions/treatment modalities. Assessments,treatment/discharge planning.
SW Florida Addiction Adolescent Inpatient Unit, Fort Myers, FL Dec 2000-Feb 2002
Position: Clinical Coordinator / Supervisor (position eliminated due to budget cuts)
Developed behavioral management program for dually-diagnosed adolescents and an educational program for families of
clients in residential treatment. Provided clinical training and supervision to staff. Responsible for all medical records for
purpose of assisting facility in meeting CARF state certification requirements.
Private Practice Jan 1995-Jan 2000
Position: Psychotherapist (self-employed)
Provided therapy to mental health/substance abuse clients utilizing a variety of treatment modalities and therapeutic
interventions.Provided individual, couples,family, and group therapy.
The Willoughs, Naples, Florida Mar 1994-Jan 1995
Position: Mental Health Therapist (temporary position)
Provided individual and group therapy to mental health clients, and clients diagnosed with mental health issues, eating and
substance abuse disorders.Provided couples and family therapy.Assessments,treatment/discharge planning.
Charter Glade Hospital, Ft. Myers, FL Sep 1992-Mar 1994
Position: Therapist Partial Hospitalization Program
Provided individual, family, and group treatment modalities to clients released from inpatient unit who required further therapy
and stabilization. Also provided therapy on inpatient unit.
Internship for Grad School at Hope Hospice in Bereavement Dept. Jun 1991-Aug 1991
Position: Therapist
Provided grief, loss and bereavement counseling to individuals, families, and groups. Provided assistance to social workers in
complicated bereavement situations. Assisted in development of the first youth bereavement program in Southwest Florida.

3. David Lawrence Mental Health Center, Naples, Florida Jan 1986-Sep 1992
Position: Therapist
Assessments,treatment/discharge planning. Provided therapy to adults, children, families, couples,and groups utilizing a
variety of therapeutic interventions/treatment modalities. Completed crisis unit assessments/referrals,and follow-up therapy in
outpatient.Many awards for clinical expertise/excellence in documentation of medical records. Medical Records Committee 3
½ years. Assisted agency in preparation of JCAHO Accreditation requirements.
EDUCATION:
 B. S. in Psychology,University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
 M.S.W. Barry University, Miami, Florida
 Certified Associates Addiction Professionalin Florida from 1986-2002 when relocated to North Carolina
AWARDS:
 1983 - National Honor Student in Psychology by University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
 1992 - Clinician of the Year – David Lawrence Center, Naples Florida