Dedicated counselor with over six years experience in mental health counseling and school counseling. Extensive experience working with children, adolescence, and families domestically, internationally and among a broad spectrum of diverse communities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
The McClerren Group
08.2021 - Current
Worked collaboratively with clients ages 6+ to provide evidence-based therapy techniques, individualized treatment plans, and connect clients and families to appropriate resources.
Developed and facilitated a DBT women's divorce group for the past two years.
Maintained accurate and timely documentation, adhering to ethical standards and guidelines for professional practice.
Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a supportive and safe environment for self-exploration and growth.
Resident in Counseling
Safe Harbor Behavioral Counseling
08.2020 - 08.2021
Ran individual/ family therapy sessions for adults, adolescences, and children ages 6+.
Participated in monthly staff training sessions to continually enhance knowledge and skills in resident care practices.
Develop and implement well thought out, creative, and theory driven treatment plans tailored to each individual client's needs and strengths.
Work collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent and relevant care.
Counseling Intern- Oakridge Elementary School
Arlington County Public Schools
01.2021 - 05.2021
Created and facilitated weekly virtual SEL lessons for K-5th grade using primarily Second Step curriculum.
Assisted counseling department in developing counseling resources and protocols adapted for virtual learning to meet the diverse needs of all students.
Created 3rd grade friendship group curriculum aimed at fostering engagement and connection among students feeling isolated during COVID.
Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
Counseling Intern- Yorktown High School
Arlington Public Schools
08.2020 - 12.2020
Provided students with individual academic, college readiness, career, and social-emotional counseling services.
Collaborated with counseling team to address and meet diverse needs of student body due to COVID school closure.
Participated in student scheduling, junior meetings, college readiness prep, and individual counseling.
Developed and delivered school-wide virtual college readiness online platform.
Lead Elementary School Counselor
Rosslyn Academy
07.2018 - 06.2019
Head counselor for international elementary school; responsible for caseload of 300 students.
Provided counseling program services, individual counseling and facilitated daily prevention-oriented support groups.
Taught K-5 students using the Second Step curriculum to promote personal safety skills and awareness.
Responsible for collaborating with teachers, administration and parents on developmental abilities, behavioral problems, and social needs of students.
Planned and executed daily lesson plans to promote mental health and positive social development within the classrooms.
Lead English Language Learner Teacher
MLS International
07.2014 - 06.2016
Developed tailored lesson plans for English Language Learners, resulting in improved language proficiency and confidence for student body of over 300 students.
Provided individualized support and taught english to children ages of 5-12 across varying levels of comprehension.
Advised teachers, school administration and families on strategies to meet the needs of the students in order for them to thrive and succeed in the classroom.
Preschool Coordinator
Langley Children's Center
01.2010 - 03.2013
Required and obtained a Government Security Clearance.
Managed staff of 10, planned staff meetings, and organized special events for center's children and families.
Developed and implemented creative recreational and developmentally focused educational activities.
Counseling Intern For Foster Care Families
United Methodist Family Services
01.2009 - 12.2009
Developed and facilitated monthly independent living skills group, social skills groups, and vocational training for high-risk foster care and adopted teens.
Provided one-on-one mentoring/counseling to foster care children and their parents.
Provided weekly in-home play therapy.
Participated in monthly foster parent trainings to help equip families with specific strategies, coping mechanisms, and conflict resolution skills.
Education
Masters of Education - Post Graduate School Counseling Certificate
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
2021
Masters of Education - Community Agency Counseling
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
2009
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Studies, Health Education
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
2006
Skills
Child and Adolescent counseling
Mood Disorders
ADHD
Parenting Strategies
Divorce/Co-parenting
CBT, DBT trained, IFS, Theraplay Level 1 Trained
Advanced French
Life transitions/Third Culture Kids
Extensive international and cross-cultural experience
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
The McClerren Group
08.2021 - Current
Counseling Intern- Oakridge Elementary School
Arlington County Public Schools
01.2021 - 05.2021
Resident in Counseling
Safe Harbor Behavioral Counseling
08.2020 - 08.2021
Counseling Intern- Yorktown High School
Arlington Public Schools
08.2020 - 12.2020
Lead Elementary School Counselor
Rosslyn Academy
07.2018 - 06.2019
Lead English Language Learner Teacher
MLS International
07.2014 - 06.2016
Preschool Coordinator
Langley Children's Center
01.2010 - 03.2013
Counseling Intern For Foster Care Families
United Methodist Family Services
01.2009 - 12.2009
Masters of Education - Post Graduate School Counseling Certificate
George Mason University
Masters of Education - Community Agency Counseling
George Mason University
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Studies, Health Education
George Mason University
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