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ADI JACOBSEN

San Francisco,CA

Summary

Compassionate therapeutic professional with experience supporting children and families through mental health challenges. Skilled in family counseling, crisis intervention, and evidence-based practices to promote client well-being. Committed to providing client-centered care and fostering emotional resilience through tailored treatment plans and effective therapeutic approaches.


Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Therapist

Family Matters of Marin
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Guided children through emotional challenges, achieving measurable behavioral improvements.
  • Specialized in elementary-age emotional issues, enhancing coping strategies effectively.
  • Engaged children in interactive therapy sessions, fostering emotional growth.
  • Designed and implemented therapy plans, leading to measurable improvements in emotional regulation.
  • Worked closely with children and parents in dynamic sessions, promoting engagement and constructive family support.

Counselor Trainee

Peggy H. Smith
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Guided students in mental health strategies, achieving notable resilience improvements.
  • Implemented evidence-based plans, enhancing student progress measurably.
  • Conducted risk assessments, developing effective intervention plans.
  • Assessed students in crisis, creating safety plans and connecting to resources.
  • Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.

Counselor Trainee

Sherman Elementary School
09.2019 - 05.2020
  • Counseled 1st-5th graders individually, enhancing emotional resilience and coping skills.
  • Collaborated with educators and staff, integrating holistic student support strategies.
  • Developed comprehensive support plans in collaboration with educators, enhancing student coping skills and social interactions.
  • Organized dynamic group sessions, cultivating a safe space for students to express and navigate their emotions effectively.


Teacher

KFS School
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Led group activities in a multidisciplinary nonprofit school, fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning environment for children with diverse needs.
  • Provided individualized support to students with learning and behavioral challenges, including those with mental health diagnoses, to promote social and emotional development.
  • Managed classroom behavior by setting clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and applying effective strategies to improve student outcomes.
  • Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues through open communication and a supportive, collaborative approach.

Volunteer Assistant Instructor

Child Abuse Prevention Center
12.2016 - 07.2018
  • Led workshops for children of separated parents, improving emotional expression and resilience.
  • Guided support programs, enabling children to better navigate parental separation challenges.
  • Established a trusting environment for open communication, fostering emotional growth.
  • Provided compassionate guidance, ensuring a safe space for children to express emotions, promoting emotional stability and confidence.

Volunteer Therapist Supporter

Parents Counseling Unit in the Psychiatric Department
07.2015 - 07.2016
  • Facilitated weekly therapy sessions, aiding parents in behavioral strategies and emotional support
  • Led bi-weekly phone consultations, enhancing parental guidance and trust
  • Commended for contributing to effective therapy outcomes and parent-psychologist collaboration
  • Developed customized therapy plans, fostering parent engagement and improving child behavioral outcomes.

After School Program Instructor

Childcare center of the Welfare Office
09.2014 - 07.2016
  • Created a nurturing environment, enhancing children's learning and social skills for elementary age children referred by the welfare.
  • Addressed emotional and behavioral challenges, improving self-regulation and communication.
  • Facilitated educational growth with structured programs, achieving measurable improvements.
  • Developed and executed holiday activities, fostering creativity and engagement among children, leading to improved social skills.
  • Managed daily operations and maintained a safe environment, ensuring compliance with childcare standards and maximizing children's potential.

Education

M.Sc. in Counseling-Clinical Mental Health Counseling Track - Counseling

SFSU
San Francisco, CA
05.2021

B.A. in Psychology - Psychology

Tel Aviv University
Tel Aviv, Israel
05.2014

Skills

    Client Engagement & Therapeutic Rapport

    Family Counseling & Dynamics

    Therapeutic Boundaries

    Collaboration in Multidisciplinary Teams

    Crisis Management & Intervention

    Assessment and Intake Writing

    Case Management

Timeline

Therapist

Family Matters of Marin
10.2021 - 03.2022

Counselor Trainee

Peggy H. Smith
08.2020 - 05.2021

Counselor Trainee

Sherman Elementary School
09.2019 - 05.2020

Teacher

KFS School
08.2017 - 08.2018

Volunteer Assistant Instructor

Child Abuse Prevention Center
12.2016 - 07.2018

Volunteer Therapist Supporter

Parents Counseling Unit in the Psychiatric Department
07.2015 - 07.2016

After School Program Instructor

Childcare center of the Welfare Office
09.2014 - 07.2016

M.Sc. in Counseling-Clinical Mental Health Counseling Track - Counseling

SFSU

B.A. in Psychology - Psychology

Tel Aviv University
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