Amy White
Orlando,FL
Summary
With seven years of experience as a school counselor, I have developed expertise in delivering immediate support, conducting risk assessments, and providing solution-focused care utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques. Additionally, I excel in managing confidential records, establishing rapport with individuals, referring clients to mental health resources, and delivering individual counseling services.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional School Counselor
Orange County Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
- Provide individual and group counseling using Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques.
- Refer individuals and families to mental health and wraparound services for comprehensive support.
- Facilitate the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) and provided direct support to individuals in crisis at risk of self-harm.
- Maintain and document comprehensive records of services, contacts, and referrals accurately and timely.
- Facilitate a series of resiliency lessons focused on the Zones of Regulation, mindful movements, and breath awareness, which resulted in a 17% increase in student-reported self-awareness and coping skills.
- Collaborate and consult with individuals in counseling process their caregivers, OCPS employee's, and other stakeholders.
Professional School Counselor
Volusia County Schools
07.2021 - Current
- Provided responsive counseling services to a student body of 700+ addressing diverse social, emotional, and academic needs.
- Provided direct counseling services to address anxiety and promote well-being during the pandemic.
- Offered regular check-ins for students, employees, and caregivers to support overall wellbeing.
- Provided valuable resources to caregivers and individuals to enhance the mental health and development of the all students.
- Provided local community resources and referrals to mental health providers.
Professional School Counselor
Iona Preparatory
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Facilitated crisis counseling and intervention services for students experiencing acute emotional distress, contributing to safer and more supportive school environment.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for a diverse population of students, resulting in a 3% decrease in disciplinary calls.
- Managed counseling referrals and intake assessments for school-based and community counseling services, as well as coordinating wrap-around, behavior, and ABA services.
Clinical Counseling Intern
Greenburg-Graham UFSD
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided trauma informed therapeutic counseling services using CBT, Play Therapy, and Art Therapy, to 11-20 year old's at a residential special act day school for emotionally disturbed individuals who cannot live at home.
- Created counseling and transition goals for Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Returned as a summer counselor for individuals living at the residence: June - Aug 2019.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Lehman College
Bronx, NY12.2018
Master of Science - Counseling
Lehman College
Bronx, NY09-2018
Skills
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress
- Life Transitions
- Relationship building
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Empathy
- Intakes and referrals
- Individual and group counseling
- Record Maintenance
- Organization
- Time management
Certification
- Registered Mental Health Counselor (License #25891)
- Certified School Counselor (License #1421623)
- Certified 200-hour Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning, & Yoga Facilitator, 2024
Timeline
Professional School Counselor
Volusia County Schools
07.2021 - Current
Professional School Counselor
Orange County Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Professional School Counselor
Iona Preparatory
08.2018 - 06.2020
Clinical Counseling Intern
Greenburg-Graham UFSD
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Registered Mental Health Counselor (License #25891)
- Certified School Counselor (License #1421623)
- Certified 200-hour Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning, & Yoga Facilitator, 2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Lehman College
Master of Science - Counseling
Lehman College
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