Stephanie Gordon, Lcswa
About Stephanie Gordon, Lcswa
Stephanie Gordon is a Therapeutic Assistant with extensive experience in social work, specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and patient support. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from SUNY Brockport and a Master's Degree from Roberts Wesleyan College, and has worked in various mental health settings since 2014.
Work at Veritas Collaborative
Stephanie Gordon serves as a Therapeutic Assistant at Veritas Collaborative, LLC, a role she has held since 2018. Located in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, she is responsible for monitoring and supporting patients during various therapeutic activities, including group therapy sessions and hygiene routines. Her work focuses on creating a supportive environment that encourages recovery and well-being.
Education and Expertise
Stephanie Gordon earned her Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from SUNY Brockport, where she studied from 2012 to 2014. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Social Work with a focus on Mental Health from Roberts Wesleyan College, completing her studies in 2015. Her educational background equips her with the skills necessary to utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and de-escalation techniques in her therapeutic practice.
Background in Social Work
Prior to her current position, Stephanie Gordon worked as a Social Work Therapist at Unity Health System for eight months in 2014-2015, specifically at the Pinewild Mental Health Outpatient Clinic. In 2016, she served as a Life Enrichment Manager at Sunrise Senior Living for three months in Cary, NC. These roles provided her with diverse experiences in supporting individuals with mental health needs.
Therapeutic Techniques and Responsibilities
In her role as a Therapeutic Assistant, Stephanie Gordon employs Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills and de-escalation techniques to assist patients. She is responsible for documenting patient behaviors and monitoring meal intake and output professionally. Additionally, she promotes a recovery-focused environment by modeling normalized eating behaviors during meal times with patients.