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ALEXANDRA QUEZADA

San Diego,CA

Summary

Experienced MFT graduate with expertise in educational and therapeutic settings, specifically working with children, adolescents, and their families. Skilled in a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and social-emotional learning. Demonstrates strong collaboration skills with educators and guardians to foster comprehensive support systems. Currently advancing professional qualifications with an AMFT certification pending, expected by August 31st.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Based Clinician

Mental Health Systems
San Diego, CA
09.2024 - Current
  • Provided assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and their families.
  • Conducted individual, family, and group therapy sessions in a school and office setting.
  • Maintained accurate records of client assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other documents related to clinical care.
  • Identified community resources available to students and families who need additional support beyond what can be provided within the school setting.
  • Maintained accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Utilized a variety of techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices during sessions.

School Based Clinician

The B.R.I.D.G.E Lab at O'Farrell Charter School
San Diego, CA
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Provided assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic services to children and adolescents.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans that address social emotional learning goals while adhering to ethical standards of practice.
  • Facilitated effective communication between parents, guardians, and school personnel.
  • Led weekly lessons on key social-emotional topics, including resilience and conflict resolution.
  • Identified community resources available to students and families who need additional support beyond the school setting.
  • Attended weekly case conferences to discuss cases with fellow clinicians as well as supervisors or directors.
  • Implemented creative strategies such as art therapy, play therapy, and music therapy depending on the client's preferences and needs.

Elementary School Teacher

California Virtual Academies
San Diego, CA
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Designed and implemented online daily lesson plans in all subject areas for a classroom of 29 students. Created and adapted lesson plans according to students' academic needs, including both individual and group work.
  • Collaboratively developed engaging online lessons tailored to diverse student needs, fostering a positive class culture.
  • Met with parents, guardians, administrators, and counselors to address and resolve students' behavioral issues. Communicated with parents and guardians every week in a summary, weekly email.

Elementary School Teacher

Innovations Academy
San Diego, CA
08.2017 - 08.2022
  • Created daily lesson plans in all subject areas for a classroom of 25 students. Adapted lesson plans according to students' academic needs, including both individual and group work.
  • ·Met with parents, guardians, administrators and counselors to address and resolve students’ behavioral issues. Communicated with parents and guardians every week in a summary weekly email.
  • Designed inclusive, adaptive lesson plans for a diverse classroom, ensuring every student felt welcome and supported
  • Organized monthly field trips with parent drivers, to continue our learning outside of the classroom.

Crisis Text Counselor

Crisis Text Line
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Provided immediate crisis intervention through active listening and safety planning, working closely with mental health professionals.
  • Participated in 30 hour crisis management and intervention training

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology

National University
San Diego, CA
07-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences Psychology

California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CA
05-2016

Skills

  • Rapport Building
  • Social-Emotional Learning
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Art and Play Therapy Techniques
  • Case Management
  • Ethical Standards Adherence

Certification

  • AMFT (number expected by August 25th)
  • Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential
  • Crisis and Intervention Training
  • TEFL -TP Certified (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
  • Positive Discipline and Responsive Classroom Certified

Timeline

School Based Clinician

Mental Health Systems
09.2024 - Current

School Based Clinician

The B.R.I.D.G.E Lab at O'Farrell Charter School
07.2023 - 06.2024

Elementary School Teacher

California Virtual Academies
08.2022 - 08.2023

Elementary School Teacher

Innovations Academy
08.2017 - 08.2022

Crisis Text Counselor

Crisis Text Line
01.2017 - 01.2018

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology

National University

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences Psychology

California State University San Marcos

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