Abby Donaho
Clinton,MS
Summary
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with over three years of diverse experience in mental health, substance use treatment, school social work, and psychosocial rehabilitation. Expertise in delivering individual, group, and family therapy services across various levels of care, including Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR). Proficient in treatment and discharge planning, psychoeducation, behavioral interventions, and crisis intervention, with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized for reliability and adaptability in clinical practice and community outreach, consistently achieving positive outcomes through effective team integration and client support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Master Social Worker / Activities Coordinator
Urban Rehab Inc.
Jackson, MS
05.2025 - Current
- Directed and facilitated therapeutic programming within Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) services.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in individual and group therapy, focusing on psychotherapy, psychoeducation, and behavioral strategies to address substance use challenges.
- Contributed to discussions in treatment team meetings, focusing on client care coordination and progress assessment.
- Develop individualized treatment plans, progress notes, psychosocial assessments, and discharge plans.
- Coordinate psychoeducational programming focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, relapse prevention, and social functioning.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation through ICANotes, Therapy Notes and electronic health record systems.
- Update and maintain web infrastructure and treatment service information monthly.
- Collaborate with clients, families, schools, and community providers to support continuity of care.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to address client needs and promote emotional well-being.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care.
Master’s Level Social Work Intern
Urban Rehab Inc.
Jackson, MS
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Collaborated in the delivery of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, ensuring effective support for mental health and substance use treatment initiatives.
- Contributed to the implementation and evaluation of intensive outpatient program (IOP), partial hospitalization program (PHP), and psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR) services, focusing on patient engagement and support.
- Achieved successful treatment outcomes by collaborating on client assessments. Enhanced discharge planning processes to facilitate smooth transitions. Streamlined case documentation to improve operational efficiency.
- Spearheaded efforts with interdisciplinary treatment teams to streamline and optimize client care processes.
After School Teacher
Morrison Heights Baptist Church
Clinton, MS
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and problems.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Supervised children during mealtimes, playtime, and other activities.
Bachelor’s Level Social Work Intern
Clinton Public School District
Clinton, MS
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Engaged in strategic discussions with school administrators and counselors to align and improve student support services.
- Conducted assessments and contributed to the formulation of individualized education plans (IEPs) to support academic success.
- Designed and implemented social-emotional learning activities to enhance interpersonal skills among participants.
- Facilitated support and advocacy initiatives for students facing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
Education
Master of Social Work - MSW
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05-2025
Bachelor of Social Work - BSW
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12-2023
Skills
- Individual, Group, and Family Therapy
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Treatment Planning and Discharge Planning
- Crisis Intervention and De-escalation
- Psychoeducation and Behavioral Interventions
- Substance Use Counseling and Relapse Prevention
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Mental Health Counseling
- Motivational Interviewing
- Clinical Documentation and Progress Notes
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) and ICANotes
- Cultural Competency and Diversity Awareness
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) | License Number: M11610 | May 2025
- Adult Mental Health First Aid Certification | 2024-12-16
- Child Mental Health First Aid Certification | 2026-04-14
- MANART Certification | 2025-11
- CPR Certification | 2026-05-13
Timeline
Licensed Master Social Worker / Activities Coordinator
Urban Rehab Inc.
05.2025 - Current
Master’s Level Social Work Intern
Urban Rehab Inc.
08.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor’s Level Social Work Intern
Clinton Public School District
08.2023 - 12.2023
After School Teacher
Morrison Heights Baptist Church
05.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Social Work - BSW
The University of Southern Mississippi
Master of Social Work - MSW
The University of Southern Mississippi
HONORS & AWARDS
Overall Bachelor of Social Work Student of the Year | May 2023
Bachelor of Social Work Cohort 3 Student of the Year | May 2023
Academic Excellence Scholarship | August 2019 – May 2023
President’s List | December 2022 – May 2025
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
- Adult Psychopathology
- Child and Family Assessment
- Child, Family, and Adult Intervention
- Crisis and Addiction Intervention
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Multicultural Counseling
- Human Rights and Social Justice
- Program Evaluation
- Social Work Theories
- Forensic Social Work
- Social Welfare Policy
- Management, Supervision, and Leadership
- Research Methods in Social Work
- Human Diversity
- Assess Organizations and Communities
- Social Service Systems
- Child Maltreatment and Child Abuse Law