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Szymon Niemiec

Szymon Niemiec

Warsaw,14

Summary

Caring and analytical Psychologist with experience assessing and treating patients. Expert at observing and interviewing, developing treatment plans and conducting research. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills when working with diverse team of mental health professionals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Psychologist, Psychotherapist

KetamineClinic.pl
03.2024 - Current
  • Interviewed, observed, and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
  • Managed caseload of individual clients, couples, and family therapy sessions.
  • Developed customized treatment plans for clients, addressing their unique psychological needs and goals.
  • Contributed to team development by providing clinical supervision to junior psychologists or interns seeking licensure.
  • Trained future psychologists on best practices, counseling techniques, assessment and consultation.
  • Enhanced patient well-being through the integration of mindfulness-based interventions and relaxation techniques into therapeutic sessions.
  • Conducted thorough psychological assessments using various testing methods to provide accurate diagnoses and inform treatment strategies.
  • Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches in individual and group therapy sessions.
  • Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
  • Expanded professional knowledge by attending conferences and participating in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of psychology.
  • Documented diagnoses, interventions implemented, and outcomes across outpatient clinics.
  • Conducted patient observations by monitoring behavior and documented physical health, family history and medications in mental health assessment reports.

Researcher

Pracownia E. Weatherwax
02.2021 - Current
  • Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
  • Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding psychology and spirituality of LGBT+ people.
  • Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.
  • Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
  • Determined areas of research to increase knowledge in particular field.
  • Developed data collection strategies and monitored data quality for optimal research results.
  • Developed research proposals, identified research objectives and created research plans.
  • Synthesized large volumes of information, identifying key trends and patterns relevant to research objectives.
  • Mentored junior researchers, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting professional development.
  • Designed experiments with rigorous controls to ensure validity and reliability of findings.
  • Sorted data into well-organized formats and transformed into figures.
  • Utilized statistical packages to analyze data and create visualizations.
  • Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
  • Applied ethical considerations throughout all stages of the research process, safeguarding participant welfare and data integrity.
  • Developed innovative research methodologies, contributing to breakthrough discoveries in the field.
  • Worked as member of integrated project team in highly collaborative work environment.
  • Conducted document review, organization and quality control of data acquisition to draw relevant conclusions and direct research activities.
  • Analyzed data collected from surveys to identify potential threats to biological life.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
  • Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.

Clinical Psychologist

Harmonia LUX MED Mental Health Clinic
02.2020 - 03.2024
  • Provided psychotherapy incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and play-therapy to treat wide range of psychological problems in patients.
  • Formulated comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plans to facilitate and optimize follow-up by social workers by conducting thorough clinical interviews.
  • Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches and individualized care plans.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress, adhering to strict confidentiality policies while ensuring continuity of care across providers.
  • Treated various anxiety disorders, using exposure therapies such as in vivo, imaginal and virtual reality exposure.
  • Implemented data-driven interventions to effectively address client needs, monitoring progress throughout treatment duration.
  • Scheduled, organized and delivered comprehensive presentations on effective treatment of depression, anxiety, anger and cognitive-behavioral skills to manage negative emotions.
  • Mitigated injuries and de-escalated life-threatening events through effective crisis intervention and coordination of emergency services.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care for patients, addressing both physical and mental health needs.
  • Consulted with and trained highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
  • Offered individual outpatient therapy to adult clients with wide range of psychological problems.
  • Linked clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes.
  • Collaborated closely with psychiatrists when necessary to coordinate medication management efforts alongside psychotherapy interventions.
  • Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
  • Trained future psychologists on best practices, counseling techniques, assessment and consultation.
  • Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
  • Mentored junior staff members through supervision and guidance, promoting professional growth within the team.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during critical situations, ensuring patient safety and stabilization.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction with therapy sessions by building strong rapport and maintaining open communication channels.
  • Served as a guest lecturer at universities and professional conferences, sharing my expertise with students and colleagues across the field of psychology.
  • Presented research findings at conferences, contributing to the advancement of clinical psychology practices.
  • Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.

Lecturer of Psychology

SWPS University
01.2017 - 09.2023
  • Served as an academic advisor to psychology students, helping them navigate degree requirements and plan their future career paths.
  • Served on departmental committees focused on curriculum development, faculty hiring, and program evaluation, contributing to overall program success.
  • Fostered a supportive learning environment by encouraging open communication between students and faculty members.
  • Contributed to campus-wide initiatives supporting mental health awareness, strengthening ties between the psychology department and other disciplines.
  • Enhanced student understanding of psychological theories by incorporating real-life examples and case studies into lectures.
  • Advised student organizations related to psychology interests, promoting extracurricular involvement amongst majors within the department.
  • Organized guest lectures from professionals in the field, providing students with valuable networking opportunities and industry insights.
  • Coordinated internship opportunities for students with local mental health organizations, providing valuable real-world experience to support academic learning.
  • Mentored students on research projects, leading to numerous successful presentations at regional conferences.
  • Coauthored articles with colleagues that were published in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing collaborative research efforts within the department.
  • Led workshops for fellow educators on incorporating technology into the classroom, promoting best practices across the department.
  • Received consistently positive evaluations from students, demonstrating effective teaching strategies and strong rapport building skills.
  • Maintained regular office hours to address student questions or concerns promptly, improving overall accessibility as an educator.

Coach

Grupa TROP
01.2015 - 11.2017
  • Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
  • Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
  • Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
  • Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
  • Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Psychology

SWPS University
Warsaw, Poland
02.2020

Skills

  • Emotional awareness
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Data Analysis
  • Mental Health Diagnosis
  • Professional Networking
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Adult psychology
  • Marriage counseling
  • Psychotherapy Techniques
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Empathy Development
  • Adolescent psychology
  • Patient Screening
  • Treatment implementation
  • Consultations
  • Integrated healthcare models
  • LGBT expert
  • Critical Thinking
  • Behavior Observation
  • Active Listening
  • Psychological interventions
  • Rapport Building
  • Psychological Therapy Treatments
  • Interpersonal Skills Development
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Research management
  • Therapeutic Treatment
  • Data Gathering
  • Patient Needs Assessment
  • Clinical assessment
  • Patient Counseling
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Psychological Test Batteries
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Experimental design
  • Medical Records Requests
  • Employee Training
  • Medical Provider Training
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Experiment supervision
  • Data Collection
  • Psychodelic Integration Specialist

Publications

  • Polska Adaptacja Kwestionariusza Identyfikacji i Dysforii Płciowej u Młodzieży i Dorosłych (GIDYQ-AA-PL) (Psychiatria i Psychologia Kliniczna 4/2023 vol. 23)
  • The Spirituality and Religiosity of Transgender Persons and Mental Well-being (Mental Health & Human Resilience International Journal 2022)
  • Qchnia Queer (Instytut Rozwoju 2010)
  • Tęczowy Koliber na Tyłku (LGBT Press 2007)

Timeline

Psychologist, Psychotherapist

KetamineClinic.pl
03.2024 - Current

Researcher

Pracownia E. Weatherwax
02.2021 - Current

Clinical Psychologist

Harmonia LUX MED Mental Health Clinic
02.2020 - 03.2024

Lecturer of Psychology

SWPS University
01.2017 - 09.2023

Coach

Grupa TROP
01.2015 - 11.2017

Master of Science - Clinical Psychology

SWPS University

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