ALEXA SUTHERLIN

Compassionate and driven Master of Social Work (MSW) candidate with a strong foundation in program management, community outreach, case management, and school social work. Skilled in clinical assessment and intervention, data collection, progress monitoring, conflict resolution and mediation, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). Collaborative team member who is flexible, detail-oriented, and driven to achieve positive outcomes.

Manage a caseload of 15+ clients conducting assessments and administering intervention strategies to foster academic and behavioral growth.

Led discussions with school staff to create a Diversity Week Program.

Facilitated mindfulness group interventions for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the school setting.

Created qualitative and quantitative assessment methods for program evaluation at Thrive Academy.

Participated in a mental health fair providing education to students on empathy, compassion, self-love, and overall wellness.

Previously an active member of the Youth Advisory Board in New Port Richey, FL.

• Counseling & Psychological Services, FGCU, 08/01/23, 05/01/24, Provide clients with community resources to meet their mental health needs, Trained peer on Togetherall platform; offer real-time mental health support to individuals from diverse backgrounds, Promote community wellness by creating and facilitating outreach events on FGCU campus, Follow up with clients who called the crisis hotline, Build and maintain relationships with community providers.
• PlayBig Therapy, 05/01/21, 07/31/21, Prepped children using somatosensory techniques, Observed health therapy sessions, Assisted therapists with set-up and appointment preparation, Learned about therapeutic techniques and gained an in-depth understanding of disorders in children.
• Big Brother Big Sister, 08/01/16, 05/31/18, Mentored children in need, Worked with children at the local elementary school, Provided guidance and tutoring with academic difficulties.
• Feeding America, 08/01/15, 05/31/18, Packed and organized meals, Engaged with disadvantaged groups and communities, Collaborated with other volunteers to facilitate meal delivery.