Strength in Unity Services
SouthWest
(SiUSSW)
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Our Mission
The health and well-being of our community are priority for SiUSSW. Therefore, we take a multi-systemic approach to support our community by providing direct services to individuals and families while building capacity among our new providers who need mentorship and supervision. Furthermore, our expertise in a variety of behavioral health specialities allow us to provide premier training to further skills among our behavioral health care force.
Is Counseling Right for me?
Considering whether to pursue therapeutic treatment is a natural contemplation. The motivation for seeking therapy is multifaceted, encompassing a range of reasons including navigating grief, resolving interpersonal challenges, and addressing mental health issues. It's crucial to emphasize that none of these reasons should be disregarded. Contrary to common misconceptions, seeking the guidance of a therapist does not reflect weakness; instead, it signifies strength, courage and responsibility in seeking emotional support and direction.
Life inevitably presents everyone with challenges, some of which are difficult to overcome. When attempting to restore a healthy mental balance independently after facing setbacks, seeking the expertise of a therapist can offer the encouragement and support for progress.
Whether one chooses to engage in face-to-face or online therapeutic sessions, the presence of an unbiased and skilled specialist can yield significant benefits for overall well-being. Beyond the invaluable support of caring loved ones vested in one's mental welfare, dialogue-based therapy can facilitate a systematic exploration of emotions during sessions. Moreover, it provides pragmatic guidance for acquiring adaptive strategies to effectively navigate life's challenges.
However, the suitability of therapy in specific contexts, such as couples counseling or addressing sleep-related concerns, may not be immediately evident until one embarks on the therapeutic journey. At the core of the therapeutic process is a focus on individual needs, wherein the ultimate authority for decision-making regarding one's care resides with the individual.
What We Do
Counseling/Therapy
Clinical Services
At Strength in Unity Services, we offer a variety of treatment modalities to suit your unique needs. By using evidence-based practice models, we aim to maximize the effectiveness of your treatment by research proven principles and practices. Some examples of the clinical services we offer include:
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Alcohol and/or Substance Use Counseling
A range of care with a tailored treatment program and follow-up options can be crucial to success. Treatment should include mental health services with follow-up care that may include community- or family-based recovery support systems.
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Cognitive Processing Therapy
CPT is a cognitive-behavioral trauma-focused treatment that is highly effective in reducing symptoms related to a variety of traumatic events including child abuse, combat, assault, and natural disasters.
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
DBT provides skills for managing intense emotions and negotiating social relationships. It is primarily effective in treating emotional dysregulation, self-destructive impulses, and a growing array of psychiatric conditions. ​
Clinical
Supervision
Licensed Independent/Clinical Social Work (LISW/LCSW) Supervision​
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Clinical supervision in the realm of social work involves a collaborative process between the supervisor and supervisee and discuss clinical cases, determine and document appropriate pathways, and address professional or personal challenges or biases that might impact these cases. Within this framework, clinical supervisors impart insights about therapeutic techniques and offer guidance, thus equipping supervisees with the knowledge, skills and ability needed to effectively support their clients.
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​Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC) Supervision
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Much like supervision in social work, clinical supervision plays a vital role in substance abuse treatment. Its purpose is to enhance client care, elevate the professionalism of clinical staff, and instill and uphold ethical benchmarks within the profession. In the context of addiction counseling, supervision focuses in on substance abuse expertise, encompassing areas such as assessment, diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and family support.
Professional Development/Training
Motivational Interviewing
Training
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SiUSSW offers various levels of Motivational Interviewing training and services tailored to meet your individual and organizational needs. Motivational interviewing is widely used in various fields, such as health care, criminal justice, and education.
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Motivational interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based treatment that can help people resolve ambivalence about change. Specifically, it is a “collaborative, person-centered form of guiding to elicit and strengthen motivation for change” (Miller & Rollnick, 2009; p. 137).
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Introductory Training
In this workshop, you will be introduced to the foundational elements of motivational interviewing (MI) and will be taught techniques that can be readily applied in practical situations. You will become acquainted with the spirit of MI and the significance of "change talk". Through this workshop, you will develop a deeper comprehension of the four core processes of MI—engaging, focusing, evoking, and planning—along with mastering the OARS communication skills, which encompass open-ended questions, affirmations, reflective listening, and summarization.
Leading experts in the field will provide guidance as you engage in hands-on practice exercises designed to solidify your newly acquired skills and bolster your confidence. Whether you're seeking to acquire a fresh skill set or looking to revisit your existing knowledge of MI, this workshop serves as an excellent platform. It equips you to inspire your clients to achieve their treatment objectives and elevates your practice to new heights.
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MI Coaching
In order to become proficient and incorporate the skills learned in the workshop, it is essential to continue with your MI journey through coaching. MI Coaching provides you and your organization with the assurance and empowerment of enhancing MI abilities, recognizing real-world implementations for trauma-informed care and culturally respectful practices for your organization, and provide hands-on-learning opportunities for personnel to advance in skill proficiency.
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Advanced MI Training
In this workshop you will take your MI skills to a new level by learning to: ​
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Differentiate the 4 processes of Motivational Interviewing
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Strategically responding to Change talk
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Discover the Motivational Interviewing
Coding process
Who we are
Ivette Y. Rabanal
Founder
Ivette has dedicated her professional life to working with underserved populations and military Service Members and Veterans. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor, a Board-Certified Social Work Supervisor, and a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT). She has served in the US Army for 25 years as a Behavioral Health Officer and deployed to various countries in support of humanitarian and combat missions.
Ivette's approach is multi-systemic and inclusive, strength-based, and trauma-focused, with special attention to cultural considerations.
Contact Us
Business Hours
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday:
9:00 am -7:00 pm
Saturday-Sunday:
by appointment only
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Phone Number:
520-276-4248
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Email:
StrengthinUnityServices
@gmail.com
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