Nathan Harper

Clinical Psychologist (Primary Care Mental Health Integration) @Michael E. Debakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center In Houston

Tomball, TX, US

Primary Care Clinical PsychologistMichael E. Debakey Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Tomball Outpatient ClinicJuly, 2018 – Current40 hours/week• Evidence-based treatments and practices: Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety and depression, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Substance Use, 12 Steps, group psychotherapy, and psychoeducation on substance use, anxiety, and depression.• Co-developed Primary Care Mental Health program at Michael E. DeBakey VAMC - Tomball Outpatient Clinic. • Accumulated at least 12 wRVUs each day.• Created and lead psychotherapy groups for severe Opioid Use Disorder, HIV support, and preventative mental health. • Provided full day of clinical services to Veterans in need of psychological services on Mental Health Open Access Day. • Assessed Veterans in Primary Care Mental Health Clinic for referral, placement, and treatment for psychological and physical health conditions. • Engaged in brief, individual Cognitive Behavioral psychotherapy for Veterans with mild to moderate anxiety and depression. • Assisted in management of Veterans with suicidal ideations and behaviors through suicide risk assessment and safety planning.

Jackson State University

Bachelor’s Degree, Psychology

Jackson State University

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Psychology

Mississippi State University

Master’s Degree, Clinical Mental Health Counseling