Abigail Fuller
Nicholson
Summary
Aspiring school counseling professional with experience in behavioral intervention, youth mentoring, and student support. Skilled in using empathy and cultural competence to build trusting relationships and promote students' academic, social, and emotional growth. Aligned with Georgia State’s commitment to culturally responsive, data-informed counseling.
Overview
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Certifications
Work History
Registered Behavioral Technician
Behavior Link
Watkinsville
09.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized intervention strategies to boost client engagement during therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary care teams to assess client needs and modify treatment plans.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to promote desired behavioral changes in clients.
- Conducted regular family check-ins to review client progress and address concerns.
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Legacy Youth Mentoring
Jackson
09.2025 - Current
- Supported youth in navigating educational challenges and opportunities.
- Documented mentee progress to track development and identify areas for improvement.
- Established trusting relationships with youth to promote open communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA07-2025
Skills
- Behavioral intervention
- Effective communication
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Research and data interpretation
- Report writing and documentation
- Empathy and compassion
- Cultural competence / DEI awareness
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Affiliations
Volunteer Sorter, Community Helping Place - Dahlonega, GA (2024)
Certification
Darkness to Light Training Certification - Stewards of Children
Accomplishments
Hope Scholarship Recipient, UNG - Dahlonega, GA (2023-2025)
Research Experience
Gender Differences in Social Media’s Effects on Self-Esteem — Research Methods Course
University of North Georgia
- Conducted a team-based study examining gender differences in how social media use impacts self-esteem.
- Collaborated on survey design, data analysis, and preparation of an APA-style research report.
Understanding Internalized Mental Health Stigma — Psychopathology Lab Course
University of North Georgia
- Worked within a research team to investigate how mental health literacy, public stigma, and prior treatment contribute to internalized stigma.
- Contributed to literature review, hypothesis development, and collaborative data interpretation and reporting.
Timeline
Registered Behavioral Technician
Behavior Link
09.2025 - Current
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Legacy Youth Mentoring
09.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of North Georgia