Alicia Tequida
Licensed Professional Counselor
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
It has always been my passion to help individuals and families through difficult situations in life and find great fulfillment in improving my community one person at a time. I am dedicated to helping individuals meet their goals by examining the connection between how they think, feel (emotionally and physically), behave, and interact in their various environments. I facilitate growth and change in my clients by teaching mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, as well as processing underlying trauma when needed. I provide counseling to individuals of all ages, couples, and families.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Gilbert Counselors
Gilbert, AZ
06.2022 - Current
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Conducted evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
Licensed Associate Counselor
Gilbert Counselors
Gilbert, AZ
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Conducted evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ 01.2008 - 09.2013
Master of Science - Clinical And Mental Health Counseling
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ 06.2015 - 03.2019
Skills
Mental health support
Case management proficiency
DBT qualified
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) expert
Personality disorder treatment aptitude
Anxiety disorder expertise
Family time, Yoga, Reading, Mindfulness, Meditation, and Traveling.
Being present and enjoying life as much as possible.
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Gilbert Counselors
06.2022 - Current
Licensed Associate Counselor
Gilbert Counselors
10.2019 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Clinical And Mental Health Counseling
University of Phoenix
06.2015 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
01.2008 - 09.2013