Teresa Madsen

Teresa graduated with a Master's in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Utah and received a graduate certificate in Leadership, Justice, and Community Practice. Her clinical focus is in crisis management, trauma, grief & loss, anxiety, and depression. 

Teresa believes passionately in the strength of an individual, yet understands sometimes strengths can be difficult to see in times of distress. With experience in forensic social work, and through the use of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, Teresa offers support and advocacy to those on their journey of healing. 
Education
Master of Social Work    -    University of Utah   -    May 2019
Bachelor, Behavioral Science   -    Utah Valley University   -     May 2010

License, Certifications and Trainings
Certified Social Worker (CSW) License # 11305664-3502
Leadership & Justice Graduate Certificate
Level 1 certification in Gottman Method Couples Training
Certified Crisis Response Training, National Center for Veterans Studies Training Institute
40 Hour Mediation Training
UFACET (Utah Family & Children Engagement Tool) Certified

Professional Experience
CSW    -    August 2019 – Current
The Heritage Community, Provo, UTFacilitation of psychotherapy and psycho-education for individuals, family, and groups.
  • Specializing in neuro-diverse populations, proficient in trauma-informed care, and crisis management.
  • Leader of treatment team to coordinate clinical care with academic and residential departments.
  • Provide therapeutic components of Individualized Education Plans for students.
  • Complete mental health records including: intake assessments, bio-psychosocial documents, suicide assessments, master treatment plans, discharge summaries.
  • Collaboration with school district representatives, and education consultants.
MSW Practicum   -    August 2018 – April 2019
Utah State Hospital / Forensic Department, Provo, UT
  • Facilitation of psychotherapy treatment for individuals and psycho-education to address
  • competency restoration through both individual and group therapy.
  • Designed, implemented, and facilitated psycho-education group centered in Mind Body Bridging
  • techniques.
  • Proficient in: trauma-informed care, Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, Person-Centered,
  • Mind Body Bridging, and competency restoration.
  • Completed mental health intakes, assessments, and discharges.

MSW Practicum    -    August 2017 – April 2018
Juvenile Justice Services, Slate Canyon, Provo, UT
  • Facilitation of psychotherapy for individuals, family, couples, and psycho-education groups
    focused on DBT & “Why Try.”
  • Proficient in: Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed care, DBT, and CBT
  • Designed a Leadership Development Program for juveniles in secure care targeting and promoting pro-social traits and behaviors.
  • Involvement with Domestic Awareness Clothesline Project

Neurofeedback Manager   -    September 2015 – June 2017
Provo Canyon School, Springville, UT
  •  EEG Certified Neurofeedback Technician; provided neurofeedback therapy to adolescent patients to decrease mental health symptoms and adverse behaviors.
  • Reviewed medical records and gathered information through inter-department communication and personal evaluation to complete assessments of patients prior to treatment.
  • Prepared and implemented treatment plans.
  • Created neurofeedback department, protocols, and practices.
  • Employee Recognition Committee; created & implemented Employee Wellness Program.
  • Received Service in Excellence Award, Dec 2016.

​Shift Supervisor   -    April 2015 – September 2015
Provo Canyon School, Springville, UT
  • Supervised and assisted staff in their role monitoring patients, completed regular staff evaluations, trained & mentored new hires, supported and implemented safety response techniques.
  • Assisted in communication between student life staff and therapists for consistency in patient’s programs and needs. Assisted in payroll, completed incident reports, and paperwork necessary for effective correspondence with other supervisor(s)/managers.
  • Acting Shift Manager; verifying safety of patients, staff, and security of facility.

Volunteer Activities or Civic Organizations
Masters of Social Work Student Association (MSWSA)   -    August 2018 – Current
University of Utah
Developed marketing plan to attain funding.
  • Liaison between this group and Voices of Diversity to work in collaboration to support needs between both groups.
  • Participated on Graduation Committee to address concerns and advocate on behalf of MSW graduating cohort.

Voices of Diversity    -    August 2018 – Current
University of Utah
  • Support and advocate for those of diverse populations that are marginalized and oppressed with a goal of equity and social justice.
  • Organized and collaborated between University of Utah and Utah Valley University to host an event to educate the public on what it means to be an Ally, Advocate, and Accomplice.