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REBEKAH D.

COOK, MSSW,LMSW
TENNESSEE STATE LICENSE #8361
6080 Jacobs Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37127 * (615)663-4606 * rcd4b8b0@we
stpost.net
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CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
Clinical social worker with strong skills in individual, group, and family thera
py and a proven history of success working with diverse populations suffering fr
om mental health and substance abuse issues. Strengths include building rapport,
a solution-based approach, and excellent performance under pressure. Possesses
expertise in the creation and implementation of successful evidence-based treatm
ent plans, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and behavior modification. Displays out
standing collaborative skills in multidisciplinary teams and actively contribute
s to building consensus.
EXPERIENCE
PATIENT'S CHOICE MEDICAL CENTER OF ERIN, TENNESSEE
2010
PROGRAM THERAPIST
Psychotherapist for a 12-20 week intensive geriatric psychiatric outpatient prog
ram conducted at the hospital. Provision of 3 hours of psychotherapy daily, fiv
e days per week. Therapy groups contain 8-15 patients and meet for 50 minutes pe
r hour.
* Therapy topics include mental illness, substance abuse, medication management,
chronic pain, self-
* esteem, coping skills, anger management, stress management, relaxation techniq
ues, and many others.
* Psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy (individual and gro
up), and discharge planning for all major diagnoses.
* Interdisciplinary treatment team participation, daily initiation of original t
herapeutic material.

ALVIN C. YORK VETERANS ADMINISTRATION MEDICAL CENTER, Murfreesboro, TN 2009-201


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Case Manager/Therapist
Vital member of an inpatient psychiatric care and outpatient mental health inten
sive case management (MHICM) team caring for persistently mentally ill veterans
with chronic health problems. Determined program eligibility; worked with indiv
iduals suffering from schizophrenia, bi-polar disorders, personality disorders,
major depression, schizoaffective disorder, and substance abuse/dual diagnosis.
Provided excellent professional and accurate case documentation.
* Developed strong patient rapport to successfully manage 15 chronically mentall
y ill veterans; designed effective treatment plans consisting of psychosocial as
sessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy; implemented goals, monitored progre
ss and provided follow-up to achieve measurable patient improvement.
* Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members in patient care evaluation an
d case management; participated in grand rounds, joined with physicians in insig
htful clinical problem solving; member of the Executive Ethics Committee.
* Provide continuing professional psychological support to veterans with major d
eficits in coping skills; enhanced their ability to remain stable and successful
ly housed in independent and semi-independent residences in the community; engag
ed in crisis management when necessary to ensure the safety of veterans, family
members, and the community.
* Guided, advised and counseled veterans and family members in group, individual
, and family therapy settings; utilized tenacity and compassion to improve the l
ives of veterans struggling with medication and treatment plan compliance. Condu
cted weekly home visits.
HCA SKYLINE MADISON CAMPUS, Madison, TN 2008-2009
Gained experience with substance abuse, dual diagnoses, suicidal, homicidal and
delusional issues in an inpatient psychiatric care-mood and stress unit. Origin
ated and presented a Master's level scientific project on the HCA Corporation to
staff.
* Leveraged solid clinical skills to perform intake and psychosocial assessment
of patients admitted under crisis conditions; originated plans for patient stabi
lization, hospitalization, and discharge.
* Designed and implemented innovative evidence-based treatment plans consisting
of behavior modification and cognitive behavior therapy resulting in improved p
atient outcomes.
REBEKAH D. COOK, MSSW - PAGE 2
EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)
* Contributed clinical knowledge and expertise to patient case management as an
interdisciplinary team member; performed individual, family, and group therapy d
uring hospitalization; successfully prevented suicidal patients from loss of lif
e.
* Applied excellent organizational and multitasking skills to complete all assig
nments and electronically document medical records in a timely manner.
PROJECT HELP, MTSU SPECIAL NEEDS PRESCHOOL, Murfreesboro, TN 2007-2008
PSYCHOLOGY INTERN
Implemented behavioral analysis and behavioral modification programs to instruct
and assist special needs preschool children in a university environment.
VILLAGE MANOR ASSISTED LIVING, Lewisburg, TN 2003-2005
RESIDENT ASSISTANT
Provided activities of daily living care of elderly patients. Planned and direct
ed social activities and projects to enhance quality of life; served as patient
advocate to insurance companies and healthcare providers.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
FINANCIAL CONSULTANT
Successful consultant for eight years; won a national sales competition and rece
ived awards for outstanding performance. Consistently operated within budget res
ulting in cost savings. Maintains current licensure in life, health, disability,
and series 6 and 63 securities.
EDUCATION
MASTER OF SCIENCE, SOCIAL WORK (CLINICAL EMPHASIS) May 2010
THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, PSYCHOLOGY, MINORS IN MENTAL HEALTH AND MANAGEMENT May
2008
MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY
HONORS & AFFILIATIONS
University of Tennessee Master of Social Work Social Organization, Treasurer 20
09-2010
Tau Sigma National Honor Society, President 2007-2008
Member American Psychological Association
Member National Association of Social Workers

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