Experienced with providing therapeutic support to families facing diverse challenges. Utilizes evidence-based approaches to foster emotional well-being and strong family bonds. Knowledge of effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques ensures positive therapeutic outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Individual & Family Therapist
The Children's Village
Dobbs Ferry, NY
01.2025 - Current
Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to support emotional and behavioral development.
Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments of client needs.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care strategies and outcomes.
Implemented evidence-based interventions to promote resilience and coping skills in children.
Engaged families in therapy processes, fostering communication and support for sustained growth.
Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
Bilingual MST-SA Caseworker
The Children's Village
Dobbs Ferry, NY
09.2022 - 01.2025
Developed individualized service plans for youth based on assessments and family needs.
Coordinated multi-disciplinary team meetings to ensure comprehensive care and support for clients.
Facilitated effective communication between families, social services, and educational institutions.
Monitored client progress, adjusting interventions to enhance outcomes and address challenges.
TEACHER
The Learning Experience
Dobbs Ferry, NY
11.2020 - 12.2020
Incorporated new technologies, instructional strategies, and teaching requirements to enhance student learning.
Built relationships with students to improve learning.
Helped prepare preschool-aged children for kindergarten by introducing basic concepts such as alphabet, numbers, colors, and shapes.
Put together fun lessons to engage children in learning foundational skills such as letter and number recognition.
Led songs and games, arts and crafts, and challenged children to work hard to succeed.
Modeled positive behaviors to promote self-esteem and enhance children's conflict management abilities.
Cleaned spaces regularly and sanitized surfaces daily to prevent spread of communicable diseases.
TUTOR
Self employed
NY
06.2016 - 11.2018
Helped to develop successful educational improvement plans to meet individual students needs
AFTER SCHOOL TEACHER
Dos Puentes Elementary School
New York, NY
01.2017 - 03.2017
Led children through both structured and informal activities throughout afternoon time.
Engaged students with immersive activities to expand on lecture topics.
Complete homework assignments.
Taught dance and movement as form of expression and cultural context.
Choreographed and coached performances
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST (PRACTICUM STUDENT)
Ulises Francisco Espaillat (UFE) Public School
Santiago, D.R
01.2015 - 01.2016
Promote student motivation and engagement
Conduct psychological and academic assessments
Individualize instruction and interventions
Support student emotional and behavioral needs
Provide individual and group counseling
Promote problem solving, anger management and conflict resolution
Manage student and classroom behavior
Monitor student progress
Provide crisis prevention and intervention services
Help families understand their child's learning and emotional health needs
SUMMER CAMP TEACHER
Crecer Jugando
Santiago, D.R
06.2015 - 07.2015
Carry out daily activities
Ensure the safety and physical well-being of the children
Maintain daily communication with parents
ENGLISH TEACHER
De La Salle School
Santiago, D.R
08.2013 - 06.2014
Make plan for classes, organize materials and grade tests
Meet with parents to discuss each child's progress and methods for improving their academic performance
GROSS MOTOR SKILL TEACHER
De La Salle School
Santiago, D.R
01.2013 - 06.2013
Provide each child with opportunities for individual development
Develops and implements a curriculum that is geared towards each child's individual needs.
Provide a positive, loving, and nurturing environment
Nurture and supervise children.
Performs all observations, assessments and rating scales required
Education
Master of Science - Marriage And Family Therapy
Universidad Abierta Para Adultos (UAPA)
Santiago, Dominican Republic
03-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Pontifical Catholic University Madre y Maestra
Santiago, D.R
06-2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Dominicano Private School
Santiago, D.R
06-2009
Skills
Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook
Critical thinking
Time management
Reasoning
Communication
Research
Analysis
Problem-solving
Motivational interviewing
Multicultural competence
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Behavior modification
Family systems theory
Empathy development
Boundary setting
Anger management
Adolescent counseling
Parenting skills training
Emotion regulation
Couples counseling
Trauma-informed care
Teamwork and collaboration
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Active listening
Effective communication
Relationship building
Clinical documentation
Coping skills
Interpersonal skills
Client relationship management
Conflict resolution
Goal setting
Treatment plan development
Therapeutic intervention
Client counseling
Individual counseling
Professional demeanor
Problem-solving aptitude
Group therapy facilitation
Family sessions
Treatment Planning
One-on-one counseling
Cognitive processing therapy
Certification
Child Psychology Certification
Mental Wellbeing in Children
Breastfeeding Certificate (2020-04)
Certification Of Completion Training In School Violence Prevention and Intervention (2020-02)
Foundation in Health and Safety e-Learning (2018-07)
Birth Doula (2018-03)
Early Childhood Education and Training Program the fifteen hours SUNY Health and Safety Training: Competencies for becoming a family or group day care provider certificate (2016-11)