Abbey F. Garland
Columbia,SC
Summary
Seeking a position as a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate to utilize my expertise and acquired skills in handling, counseling clients, and providing support to those who are experiencing psychological struggles, with the goal to help them on their journey to emotional and mental wellness.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counseling Practicum and Internship Student
Family Intervention Services
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained an average caseload of 16 clients per week
- Established rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds, enhancing the therapeutic alliance and promoting positive wellness and changes
- Gained exposure to various facets of the industry, such as individual counseling sessions, family counseling sessions, and co-facilitating group therapy sessions
- Collaborated and consulted with other interns and supervisors to adequately assess client needs
Practicum Student
Mental Health America Greenville County
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Shadowed my mentor and trained to take calls on the Crisis Lifeline that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress
- Learned how to work on the after-hours lines for Safe Harbor and Julie Valentine Center
- Worked in a team environment to maintain high levels of productivity
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2022
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05.2024
Skills
- Active listening
- Empathetic communication
- Collaboration
- Case and client records management
- Crisis intervention and risk assessment
- Personal development and self-care
Certification
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- October 2023
- Hosted by MUSC and Dr. Daniel W. Smith, Ph.D., Course Director
- Focused on the foundations of TF-CBT, psychoeducation, cognitive coping, trauma narration and processing, and future safety and development
Timeline
Counseling Practicum and Internship Student
Family Intervention Services
08.2023 - Current
Practicum Student
Mental Health America Greenville County
01.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Clemson University
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of South Carolina - Columbia