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November 13, 2023 / 2023 Connecticut's Healthcare Heroes Awards

2023 Healthcare Hero: Kalee Latham

Kalee Latham, The Institute of Living Clinician, Adult Outpatient Clinic Return to the honorees homepage  
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Winner Category | Mental Healthcare Provider

Kalee Latham is a clinician at the Institute of Living’s adult outpatient clinic, where she sees patients for individual and group therapy, with a focus on the young adult population.

She has been in the Hartford HealthCare organization since 2016, advancing from a mental health worker to a clinician.

What have been your significant contributions to your organization in the past year?

I have watched my patients progress over the last year from working with them to get out of bed to helping them prepare for job interviews months later, developing strong therapeutic relationships.

I have been vigilant in suicide awareness both inside and outside of work, helping patients achieve safety, and supporting them through different levels of care.

Outside of work, I was able, by chance, to help prevent a suicide attempt by a young girl who I found sitting on top of a bridge. I noticed her when out walking my dog, and was able to help her.

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Tell us about a challenge in your job that you were able to overcome.

In my first year of being a clinician I had to learn how to have a healthy work-life balance. Sometimes it can be hard to leave work at work when your job entails working with human beings, but I have learned the importance of self-care outside of work.

What’s your next major goal and/or challenge?

My next major goal is to get my full Licensed Professional Counselor licensure, which will allow me to see more patients. I also am looking forward to expanding group therapy options and enrollment in my department.

Personal Side

Favorite way to relax: Going to the beach

Hobbies: Hiking with my dog Marley

Favorite movie: “Happy Gilmore”

Currently reading: “The Untethered Soul,” by Michael Singer

Favorite cause: Suicide awareness

Fun fact: I’ve been a vegetarian for 17 years.

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