Alessandra Carvalho
Fort Lauderdale
Summary
Compassionate and empathetic individual with strong foundation in understanding human behavior and mental health. Well-versed in therapeutic techniques and psychological principles, bringing strong listening skills and ability to foster safe and supportive environment. Committed to making positive impact on clients' lives through thoughtful and personalized care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychotherapist
BetterHelp
09.2023 - Current
- Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
- Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
- Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
- Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
Psychotherapist
Attento Counseling, LLC
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, effectively addressing acute emotional distress and preventing harm to self or others.
- Assisted clients to better understand roles as parents, focusing on developing skills to nurture and guide children.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques, and reiki to patients and families.
Psychotherapist
Northstar Psychological Services
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Guided families through conflict resolution processes using systemic family therapy approaches designed to promote positive change and growth.
- Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression for clients by implementing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Utilized teletherapy platforms to extend services to remote or immobile patients, broadening clinic's reach.
Psychotherapist Intern
SafePath Children's Advocacy Center
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Developed expertise in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies as needed, ensuring client safety and appropriate referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated treatment plan effectiveness regularly, making adjustments as needed based on client feedback and observed progress.
- Maintained detailed case notes, ensuring accurate documentation of clients'' progress and adherence to ethical guidelines.
Clinical Assistant
Ridgeview Institute
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided compassionate support to patients undergoing challenging treatments or experiencing emotional distress related to their condition.
- Provided mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients with routine physical, emotional, psychological, or rehabilitation care under the direction of nursing or medical staff.
- Assisted in leading groups for adolescents.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Mercer University
Macon, GA05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2015
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA05.2009
Skills
- Building rapport
- Anxiety management
- Facilitating counseling sessions
- Crisis intervention
- Multicultural competence
- Depression treatment
- Empathy development
- Anger management
- Self-care promotion
- Personality disorders
- Emotional awareness
- Positive patient experiences
- Family counseling
- Client counseling
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Family dynamics
- Case documentation
Certification
- National Certified Counselor (NCC) - National Board for Certified Counselors.
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Georgia Licensing Board.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Psychotherapist
BetterHelp
09.2023 - Current
Psychotherapist
Attento Counseling, LLC
02.2021 - 12.2022
Psychotherapist
Northstar Psychological Services
08.2019 - 11.2020
Psychotherapist Intern
SafePath Children's Advocacy Center
08.2018 - 09.2019
Clinical Assistant
Ridgeview Institute
11.2016 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Mercer University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liberty University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College
- National Certified Counselor (NCC) - National Board for Certified Counselors.
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Georgia Licensing Board.
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