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Kathryn Needles

McLean,VA

Summary

I am a senior at Indiana University pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and counseling. I am passionate about mental health and wellness and aim to become a licensed mental health therapist.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Recovery Coach

Monte Nido & Affiliates
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Provided optimism and encouragement for clients through their recovery journey.
  • Offered support and intervention consistent with the client’s treatment plan.
  • Promoted healthy and appropriate connections with other clients and the clinical team.
  • Assisted in food prep and set-up; modeled and supervised client meals and snacks.
  • Led therapeutic groups, focusing on "life skills" and "grounding".
  • Conducted rounds and provided detailed clinical observations.

Student Tutor

Boys & Girls Club
01.2024 - 05.2024

• Tutored children in math and language arts (2x/week).

• Prepared children for new course topics and objectives.

• Ensured children were thriving academically and emotionally.

Intern: Ohio Department of Mental Health

Twin Valley Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Spent time in two psychiatric units, actively distributing self-care resources to encourage patient relaxation and enhance personal wellness.
  • Shadowed activity groups aimed at increasing patient involvement and collaboration in units.
  • Observed a psychologist in Twin Valley’s maximum security psychiatric facility, gaining a greater understanding of forensic psychology and state-run psychiatric hospitals.
  • Helped prepare for volunteer-funded events under volunteer-coordinator.
  • Preserved photos from Twin Valley’s large gallery of images, allowing easy access and distribution of images among staff members.

Seasonal Sales Associate

Oakley
06.2023 - 07.2023

• Provided detailed product knowledge of glasses (lenses, frames, polarization).

• Successfully marketed inventory to meet daily sales goal.

• Ensured the store was clean, aesthetically pleasing, and organized.

Cashier/Food Preparer

Playa Bowls
06.2022 - 08.2022

• Performed food preparation, managed orders, and conducted sales interactions.

• Maintained a sanitary environment and restocked supplies.

• Promoted a friendly atmosphere centered on customer service.

Sales Associate

Jennifer Miller Jewelry
06.2021 - 08.2021

• Conducted daily sales goals while building close client relationships.

• Gained knowledge on sales and merchandising as it relates to fine jewelry.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Counseling Minor

Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
05-2025

Skills

  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Customer Service

Affiliations

Psychology Club; Student Mentor

Executive Deans List, Fall 2023

Certification

QPR Suicide Prevention Certification (EXP. Dec. 2025); Student Success Mentor Training from Mentor Collective

Psychological Coursework

Intro to Psychological and Brain Sciences, Methods of Experimental Psychology, Social Psychology and Individual Differences, Cognitive Psychology, Psychological Statistical Techniques, Psychology of Personality, Intro to Counseling, Communication for Youth-Serving Professionals

Timeline

Recovery Coach

Monte Nido & Affiliates
06.2024 - 08.2024

Student Tutor

Boys & Girls Club
01.2024 - 05.2024

Intern: Ohio Department of Mental Health

Twin Valley Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
07.2023 - 08.2023

Seasonal Sales Associate

Oakley
06.2023 - 07.2023

Cashier/Food Preparer

Playa Bowls
06.2022 - 08.2022

Sales Associate

Jennifer Miller Jewelry
06.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Counseling Minor

Indiana University Bloomington

QPR Suicide Prevention Certification (EXP. Dec. 2025); Student Success Mentor Training from Mentor Collective

Kathryn Needles