Alysha Drain
Laurens,SC
Summary
Results-focused Therapist offering stress reduction therapy and solution-focused therapy to treat depression and anxiety. Provided crisis assessment and intervention through psychosocial tests and referrals to specialist services. Gifted listener and communicator with great conflict resolution skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Clerk Assistant
Free-lance
Greenville
05.2010 - Current
- Experience in QuickBooks, Filing, Inventory, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Spreadsheet), Scheduling appointments, Payroll, Answering phones, Returning calls, Replying to emails, etc.
- Assisted HR department in recruiting process by reviewing resumes and scheduling interviews leading to an improved talent pool.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Managed incoming correspondence to enhance employee performance and reduce time spent on processing and responding.
- Managed incoming calls professionally, directing callers to appropriate personnel or taking detailed messages when necessary.
- Utilized office management software to record and track customer information.
Mentor in Counseling
BTM
South Carolina
07.2011 - Current
- Meeting weekly with mentees, Providing life skills counseling and coping techniques
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors and administrators to foster access to resources and support.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Assisted mentees in setting achievable goals and creating realistic action plans for personal and professional growth.
- Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
4k Teacher
Empowerment Early Start
Simpsonville
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Teaching 10-13 children at a time, Making lesson plans, Responding back to parents via email, Filling in when main teachers are out, Planning field trips and conferences
Self Employed
Self-employeed
Laurens
12.2019 - Current
- Founder of Behind the Mask Non-Profit Organization, Owner of Online Shop Royalty Express 365
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Therapist
Project Rest
Spartanburg
10.2022 - Current
- Therapy services to families and individuals
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
- Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
Education
Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Simpsonville, SC05.2011
Psychology Degree -
Truett-McConnell College
Cleveland, GA08.2012
Counseling Degree -
Lee University Online
Cleveland, TN05.2016
Master of Arts - Psychology
North Central University
San Francisco, CA08.2023
Skills
- Group Therapy
- Intervention Planning
- Emotional awareness
- Group therapy facilitation
- Patient Monitoring
- Family Counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Self-Care Promotion
- Strategic: People who are especially talented in Strategic theme create alternative ways to proceed Faced with any given scenario, can quickly spot relevant patterns and issues
- Developer: People strong in Developer theme recognize and cultivate the potential in others They spot signs of each small improvement and derive satisfaction from these improvements
- Woo: People strong in Woo theme love the challenge of meeting new people and winning them over They derive satisfaction from breaking the ice and making a connection with another person
- Belief: People strong in the Belief theme have certain core values that are unchanging Out of these values emerges a defined purpose for their life
- Communication: People who are especially talented in the Communication theme generally find it easy to put their thoughts into words They are good conversationalist and presenters
- Depression and anxiety specialist
Accomplishments
Alysha Drain is the founder of Behind the Mask. A Nonprofit Organization built to break the silence around anxiety, depression, and everyday struggles in mental health. Our purpose is to be an organization that offers help to those in need, teaching people it is okay not to be okay, and how to cope with the days ahead. We provide a judgement free outlet for those who lack the proper support, letting them know you can be free in how you feel; put down your mask. We want to teach people you do not have to live behind the mask but rather live beyond it.
References
- Kenneth Dyrell, 864-208-7501
- Deidra Stewart 864-871-3253
Timeline
Therapist
Project Rest
10.2022 - Current
Self Employed
Self-employeed
12.2019 - Current
4k Teacher
Empowerment Early Start
01.2019 - 10.2019
Mentor in Counseling
BTM
07.2011 - Current
Clerk Assistant
Free-lance
05.2010 - Current
Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Psychology Degree -
Truett-McConnell College
Counseling Degree -
Lee University Online
Master of Arts - Psychology
North Central University