Erik C. Lyon, MS LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
(707)688-2213
eriklyon@prideinchico.com
Professional Experience
2005-Present
Clinician - Victor Community Support Services
- School-Based Services (current position)
o Assessment, treatment planning, diagnosis and implementation of services. Applying a professional knowledge of social work/psychological principles, theories, and methods specific to various family and individual needs. Carrying a large caseload.
o Complete all paperwork and progress notes required for Medi-Cal services.
o Provide individual and Family therapy services, using Cognitive Behavior Strategies and other measureable techniques.
o Contacting Child Protective Services and working directly with them in cases of child abuse.
o Assessing for suicidality and lethality, developing a safety plan and implementing plan with child and family when appropriate
- Far Northern Regional Center
o Provided services for developmentally disabled children and their families.
o Supervision and training of Family Support Counselors.
o Developed and implemented treatment planning, setting goals and assisted family and client in reaching their goals.
o Provided presentations on a monthly basis that taught families about Behavioral Interventions and strategies, as well as the services that VCSS provides; i.e.,
Positive reinforcement schedules
Strength based services and focus
2004-2005
Clinician - New Directions to Hope
- Provided services for Far Northern Regional Center, Medi-Cal, Victim Witness, and families covered under several grants.
- Worked with children, families, couples, individuals, and groups.
- Gained experience with a variety of clientele including, but not limited to, sex offenders, victims of sexual and physical abuse, suicidal ideation, high risk, individuals with schizophrenia, Duel-Diagnosis, etc.
- Responsibilities included assessment, diagnosing, treatment planning, note keeping, billing, etc.
2004-2006
Clinician - Aegis Medical Systems, Inc.
- Counseled substance abuse and opiate addicted patients at a methadone clinic. Applied and gained a professional knowledge of social work/psychological principles, theories, and methods to specific drug and alcohol abuse situations and problems of individuals who present for services.
- Managed a caseload of approximately 65 patients of a high-risk population.
- Interviewing, intakes and assessment, engaged in implementation and rehabilitation of substance abuse program via Aegis Director.
- Evaluated and determined patient barriers to society, including, but not limited to, drug addiction, mental/physical disabilities, mental/physical/emotional abuse, poverty, homelessness, and neglect.
- Worked with clinic treatment team to develop client solutions to complex barriers to recovery and/or re-enter into society.
- Conducted and analyzed results of the ASI Addiction Scale.
- Spearheaded individualized action plans to assist clients successful completion of program
- Created, in conjunction with clients; treatment plans to help overcome barriers to society; Assisted in discharge planning for patients so that they could terminate services and remain successful.
- Provided education and information on social agencies/services available to further aid in patient recovery and/or eliminations of barriers to employment and re-entry into society.
- Educated/informed patients of important aspects of life such as hygiene, behavior modification, budgeting, meal planning, parenting, self-esteem, etc.
- Experience with:
o Crisis Intervention
o DSM-IV Disorders and Diagnosing
o Dual Diagnosis (mental dysfunction and chemical dependence)
o Advocating and interpreting for clients with community services agencies, such as managers, medical/legal/housing agencies, probation officers, Child Protective Services, and mental health facilities.
o Networking with other agencies to spearhead a more effective counseling environment and services.
2003-2004
Teaching Assistant with Dr. David Winzenz and Dr. Brian Oppy
- Taught Introduction to Psychology course and Abnormal Psychology
- Helped develop teaching plan
2001-2002
Director of State Facilities with CAVE
- Organized the State Facilities program, overseeing 12 employees and over 100+ volunteers.
1998-2004 ARC of Butte County
- Instructor level I and II, Supervisor of Saturday Program
- Provided work and oversaw consumers at ARC
- Provided job training skills at Day Program
- Worked with children and families at Saturday Program, and oversaw employees working the Saturday program
- Worked in various programs, providing respite services, socialization services and vocational training services.
1997-1999
Teachers Aid for Elementary schools
- Teachers aid and substitute teacher for both developmentally disabled children and typical developing children
- Ran classrooms and taught coursework
1997-1998
Behavioral Analyst
- Worked as behavioral therapist with Autistic Children
- Provided services under Lovaas inspired behavioral interventions.
EDUCATION
- Bachelors Degree with Honors in Psychology 2001
- Passed C-BEST test
- 2001 + 2004: California State University, Chico. Obtained Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy.
EXTRACARICULAR
- President of PACS (Psychological Association of Chico State). Also served as the Vice President and Social/Activities Director. Responsibilities included all preparations and planning for all of the social events of the organization (planning and preparation of the raffle)
- Volunteer work with CAVE (Community Action Volunteer Education) at Sonoma County Hospital
- Peer Advisor for Psychology and California State University, Chico
- Filled in as a Substitute teacher for University Courses under Dr. Oppy and Dr. Winzenz at CSU Chico.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- Golden Key Honor Society
- GRAEYC: Golden Rivers Association for the Education of Young Children
- CAL-ABA (California Association for Behavioral Analysis)
- American Psychological Association
- Psi-Chi National Honors Psychology Association
- California Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (CAMFT)
AWARDS
2000 - Katherine Read Baker Scholarship from GRAEYEC (Golden Rivers Association for the Education of Young Children)
2001 + Award for Research and Creativity
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