Nour Wattar

Provide individual and group therapy under clinical supervision, utilizing evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care. Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans tailored to clients’ needs. Support clients experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, implementing harm reduction and relapse prevention strategies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, primary care physicians, case managers, and social workers, to coordinate comprehensive care. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency and ethical guidelines. Advocate for client needs, connecting them with community resources and support services.

Conduct comprehensive assessments to develop individualized treatment plans for clients with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions utilizing evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Provide crisis intervention, relapse prevention strategies, and harm reduction education. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including social workers, medical staff, and case managers, to ensure holistic client care. Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes in compliance with state and federal regulations. Assist clients in accessing community resources, housing, employment, and continued care services. Educate clients and their families on addiction, mental health, and coping strategies to support long-term recovery. Advocate for client needs within the legal and healthcare systems to promote stability and well-being.

Provided case management and support services to individuals experiencing homelessness and co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized service plans addressing recovery, housing, and mental health needs. Facilitated group and one-on-one counseling sessions using evidence-based interventions such as Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction strategies. Coordinated referrals to detox, residential treatment, outpatient programs, mental health services, and community resources. Advocated for clients in accessing benefits, healthcare, and stable housing through collaboration with social service agencies. Assisted clients in developing coping skills, relapse prevention strategies, and long-term recovery goals. Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, case notes, and service plans in compliance with agency and funding requirements.

Provided direct support to clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in a residential treatment setting. Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on coping skills, relapse prevention, and emotional regulation. Conducted client check-ins, monitored progress, and assisted with crisis intervention as needed. Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, case managers, and medical staff, to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. Assisted clients in developing life skills, emotional resilience, and healthy routines to support long-term recovery. Maintained detailed documentation of client interactions, behavioral observations, and treatment progress in compliance with HIPAA and facility policies. Provided emotional support, de-escalation, and conflict resolution to ensure a safe and supportive treatment environment.

USC’s MSW program prepares future social workers to drive meaningful change through evidence-based practice, advocacy, and social justice. With a strong emphasis on hands-on field experience, the program equips students with skills in mental health, substance use treatment, crisis intervention, and policy reform. Specializing in areas such as adult mental health, children and families, and social change, USC MSW graduates are ready to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact in diverse social work settings.

Studied the complexities of human behavior, mental health, and social systems through an interdisciplinary lens. Gained a strong foundation in psychological theories, research methods, and evidence-based approaches to understanding behavior and well-being. Focused on topics such as mental health, substance use, social determinants of health, and intervention strategies. Developed critical thinking, research, and analytical skills to address real-world social issues, preparing for a career dedicated to mental health advocacy, dual diagnosis treatment, and systemic change in behavioral health.