Amber Wakeman
Lakeland
Summary
Dedicated mental health counselor with a Doctorate in Education and a strong background in Psychology. Experienced in providing care to university students and conducting research in higher education. Passionate about education, with ability to teach integrating real-world clinical experience with theoretical knowledge. Skilled in curriculum development, student engagement, and fostering critical thinking. Committed to promoting academic excellence and mental well-being in the classroom.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Walk with Hope, LLC
11.2021 - Current
- Provide individual counseling to teens, adults, couples, and families
- Maintain relationships with medical providers in the community to provide appropriate referrals as needed
Staff Clinician
University of South Florida
07.2020 - 11.2021
- Provided individual counseling to college students, primarily ages 18-24, using Cognitive-Behavioral approach
- Developed and facilitated workshops and/or counseling groups tailored to client needs
- Participated in Eating Disorder Intervention Team (EDIT), collaborating with medical providers on campus
PADC Felony Counselor
Tenth Judicial Circuit Problem-Solving Courts
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Completed screening, intake evaluations, and assessments on all prospective clients for PADC treatment
- Formulated treatment plans and evaluated progress through the phases of the PADC program
- Provided individual and group counseling as well as case management services to clients enrolled in PADC
- Provided appropriate referrals to various social, governmental agencies and collateral services
- Appeared in court with clients and/or attends status hearings as needed
- Maintained clinical records and documentation on all clients
Juvenile Counselor
Tenth Judicial Circuit Problem-Solving Courts
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Completed screening, intake evaluations, and assessments on all prospective clients for Juvenile Drug Court
- Formulated treatment plans and evaluated progress through the phases of the Juvenile Drug Court program
- Provided individual and group counseling as well as case management services to clients enrolled in the Juvenile Drug Court program
- Appeared in court with clients and/or attends status hearings as needed
Education
Doctor of Education - Education
Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FL05-2024
Master of Science - Counselor Education-Mental Health Counseling
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, English-Literature Minor
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2013
Skills
- Flexible schedule
- Organizational skills
- Developing relationships
- Effective communication
- Professionalism
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Public speaking proficiency
- Expertise in research methodologies
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Course development
Presentations
Coping Outside the Lines: Art Therapy for Women with Alcohol Use Disorder, Wakeman, A., 2015, UCF Counseling Conference, Orlando, FL
Timeline
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Walk with Hope, LLC
11.2021 - Current
Staff Clinician
University of South Florida
07.2020 - 11.2021
PADC Felony Counselor
Tenth Judicial Circuit Problem-Solving Courts
12.2018 - 06.2020
Juvenile Counselor
Tenth Judicial Circuit Problem-Solving Courts
07.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, English-Literature Minor
University of Central Florida
Doctor of Education - Education
Florida Southern College
Master of Science - Counselor Education-Mental Health Counseling
University of Central Florida
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