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Aneesa Vaez-Iravani

Santa Cruz,CA

Summary

Highly compassionate and empathetic, with natural ability to connect and build trust. Deep understanding of psychological theories and therapeutic techniques, paired with strong communication skills. Committed to fostering positive change and emotional well-being for clients.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Therapist I

San Jose Behavioral Health (Connections)
09.2023 - 04.2025
  • Worked as part of a multidisciplinary team as well as sole therapist to facilitate the development of coping mechanisms for patients experiencing stress and anxiety, as well as DBT and CBT skill building to improve overall well-being and/or academic success.
  • Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
  • Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
  • Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.

School Based Therapist (Saratoga High School)

CASSY (Counseling and Support Services for Youth)
11.2018 - 01.2021
  • Maintained a case load of up to 25 clients providing in-person individual and telehealth counseling services during Covid-19 distanced learning in compliance with state guidelines.
  • Developed and maintained clinical records, such as psychosocial assessments, mental status exams, treatment plans, and progress notes in paper and electronic files.
  • Provided feedback to school administrators, Student Support Staff (SST), and Individualized Education Program (IEP) team regarding progress toward goals for students enrolled in special education.
  • Corresponded frequently with parents to discuss concerning behaviors and/or potential interferences with treatment.
  • Developed safety plans and followed appropriate crisis protocol for teens presenting with high risk and/or self harming behavior.
  • Provided psychoeducation to students and teachers in classrooms on a variety of mental health topics, such as mindfulness-based stress reduction and healthy communication.
  • Connected parents and students to psychiatric services and additional resources in the community for clients requiring a higher level of care.
  • Participated in agency-wide experiential trainings to enhance professional skills and network with fellow clinicians.

Marriage and Family Therapy Trainee

Encompass Community Services
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Provided individual therapy to at-risk high school students enrolled in an alternative school.
  • Designed and facilitated co-ed process groups and organized therapeutic activities based on art, mindfulness, and other modalities.
  • Received individual and group supervision by a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) to discuss individual cases and collaborate with fellow clinicians.

Mentor/Youth Advocate Counselor

Walnut Avenue Family and Women's Center
10.2014 - 04.2015
  • Provided a nurturing environment for youth to discuss challenging situations and acquire adaptive problem-solving skills.
  • Received peer advocacy training, as well as support group facilitation for women and children who have been exposed to domestic violence.
  • Scheduled outings in the community for at-risk adolescent girls living in group homes on a bimonthly basis.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology

Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA
01-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
01-2015

Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies

New York University
New York, NY
01-2013

Skills

  • Treatment Planning
  • Building rapport
  • Crisis intervention
  • Empathy development
  • DBT/CBT techniques
  • Psychoeducation
  • Group therapy
  • Psychosocial analysis
  • Interpersonal skills

Certification

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #154297): Board of Behavioral Sciences / Issued March 2025

EMDR Basic Training: EMDR International Association / Issued Nov 2024

Foundations of Solution-Focused Practices Online Intensive: Institute for Solution-Focused Therapy / Issued March 2021

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Practitioner Certificate: The Academy of Modern Applied Psychology / Issued April 2021

Telehealth for Mental Health Professionals: 2-Day Distance Therapy Training: PESI / Issued April 2020

Advocate for Survivors of Domestic Violence :Walnut Avenue Family and Womens' Center


Timeline

Therapist I

San Jose Behavioral Health (Connections)
09.2023 - 04.2025

School Based Therapist (Saratoga High School)

CASSY (Counseling and Support Services for Youth)
11.2018 - 01.2021

Marriage and Family Therapy Trainee

Encompass Community Services
08.2017 - 06.2018

Mentor/Youth Advocate Counselor

Walnut Avenue Family and Women's Center
10.2014 - 04.2015

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology

Santa Clara University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of California, Santa Cruz

Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies

New York University

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