Amanda Edinger
Apollo Beach ,FL
Summary
Compassionate counseling professional with 11+ years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families through social-emotional, behavioral, academic, and mental health challenges. Skilled in individual counseling, group facilitation, crisis intervention, behavioral support, family collaboration, and community referral coordination. Experienced in developing therapeutic relationships, implementing evidence-based interventions, and advocating for client well-being within multidisciplinary settings. Currently transitioning into clinical mental health counseling with a strong foundation in trauma-informed and strengths-based care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counseling & Educational Support Professional
Hillsborough County Public Schools
Florida
12.2010 - Current
- Provided short-term counseling services addressing anxiety, emotional regulation, peer conflict, self-esteem, grief, behavioral concerns, and coping skills.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups focused on social skills, emotional awareness, conflict resolution, and resilience.
- Built therapeutic rapport with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
- Responded to student mental health crises and provided immediate emotional support and stabilization.
- Conducted risk assessments and coordinated referrals to community mental health providers and outside agencies.
- Supported students experiencing trauma, family stress, behavioral challenges, and emotional dysregulation.
- Collaborated with caregivers, educators, administrators, and community providers to support client/student well-being.
- Assisted families in accessing mental health resources and community-based services.
- Participated in multidisciplinary problem-solving and intervention planning teams.
- Implemented strengths-based and solution-focused interventions to improve emotional functioning and behavioral outcomes.
- Supported development of coping strategies, self-regulation skills, and positive interpersonal communication.
Licensed Mental Health Clinician (Intern)
Renewed Integrative Counseling
Riverview, FL
12.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for diverse client populations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify mental health needs and create appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through client feedback and outcome measures, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conducted thorough assessments to diagnose mental health disorders and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Developed tailored treatment plans by utilizing various therapeutic modalities such as CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy.
- Strengthened client coping skills by providing psychoeducation on stress management techniques and self-care strategies.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through individualized case management services.
- Maintained ethical boundaries while demonstrating empathy to address sensitive topics during group or individual therapy sessions.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
The University of West Alabama
Livingston12-2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12-2010
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Group Facilitation
- Crisis Intervention
- Trauma-Informed Support
- Solution-Focused Counseling
- Behavioral Intervention
- Psychoeducation
- Family Collaboration
- Community Referrals
- Conflict Resolution
- Case Coordination
- Documentation & Confidentiality
Certification
- LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Timeline
Licensed Mental Health Clinician (Intern)
Renewed Integrative Counseling
12.2021 - 12.2021
School Counseling & Educational Support Professional
Hillsborough County Public Schools
12.2010 - Current
Master of Education - School Counseling
The University of West Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida