Carolyn Polakowski
About Carolyn Polakowski
Carolyn Polakowski is a Clinical Team Lead and Therapist with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. She has extensive experience in various therapeutic roles across multiple states, including her current position at Meru Health since 2021.
Work at Meru Health
Carolyn Polakowski currently serves as the Clinical Team Lead - Therapist at Meru Health. She has held this position since 2021 and operates across multiple states, including Colorado, Missouri, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Nebraska, Louisiana, Kansas, and Washington. In her role, she is responsible for leading clinical initiatives and providing therapeutic support to clients, contributing to the overall mission of Meru Health in mental health care.
Education and Expertise
Carolyn Polakowski earned her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University, where she studied from 2012 to 2014. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of Colorado at Denver, completing her studies from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, she pursued a Secondary Teaching Licensure in English Language and Literature at the University of Denver from 2008 to 2009. Her educational background supports her expertise in mental health counseling and education.
Professional Background
Carolyn Polakowski has a diverse professional background in mental health and education. She began her career at Excelsior Youth Center, where she worked as a Day Treatment/Community Based Counselor and as an English Teacher from 2011 to 2012. Following this, she served as a Division Administrator at Ryan Homes from 2013 to 2015. She then transitioned to ECH Every Child's Hope as a Therapist from 2015 to 2017, before taking on the role of Crisis Assessment and Intake Therapist at Banner Health from 2017 to 2021.
Career Achievements
Throughout her career, Carolyn Polakowski has accumulated significant experience in various therapeutic roles. Her work at Banner Health involved crisis assessment and intake, which is critical in mental health services. At Excelsior Youth Center, she contributed to both educational and therapeutic environments. Her current position at Meru Health highlights her ongoing commitment to mental health and her leadership in clinical settings.