Ashley Peoples
Charleston
Summary
Master's-level counseling professional with experience in school-based counseling and outpatient clinical mental health services. Skilled in providing individual counseling to children and adolescents with a focus on trauma, behavioral concerns, autism-related needs, and emotional regulation. Experienced in academic, social-emotional, and behavioral support within educational settings as well as clinical documentation and treatment planning in agency environments. Seeking an Associate Professional Counselor (APC) or pre-licensed counseling position in the Atlanta, Georgia area to continue supervised clinical development toward licensure.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Therapist
Mountain Care Network
Charleston, WV
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to support client mental health needs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments of clients' conditions.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance client coping strategies and emotional resilience.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting treatment approaches to improve outcomes effectively.
- Educated clients and families on mental health issues and available resources for support.
- Documented therapy sessions accurately in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in clinical therapy.
- Utilized evidence-based interventions in individual therapy sessions, tailoring techniques to each patient''s unique needs.
- Provided psychoeducation on coping mechanisms, equipping patients with practical tools to manage stressors effectively.
- Assisted youth in improving self-esteem, communication and coping skills.
- Promoted self-efficacy in patients by setting achievable goals and celebrating progress throughout the therapeutic process.
School Counselor
Kanawha County Schools
Charleston, WV
07.2020 - 07.2024
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support student mental health and academic success.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive guidance programs addressing career exploration and personal development.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to identify student needs and create action plans for intervention.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate students' emotional, social, and academic needs, ensuring tailored support strategies.
- Mentored new counselors, providing training on best practices in school counseling techniques and program management.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to enhance resources available for student support services.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Reduced disciplinary incidents through proactive conflict resolution strategies that encouraged open communication between all parties involved.
Professional Substitute Teacher
Kanawha County Schools
Charleston, WV
07.2016 - 07.2020
- Implemented lesson plans to maintain classroom continuity and engagement during teacher absences.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student learning needs and abilities.
- Fostered positive classroom environments that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized behavior management techniques to promote respectful and productive classroom interactions.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary learning opportunities for students.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students, enabling them to improve their academic performance significantly.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Marshall University
Huntington, WV05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Marshall University
Huntington, WV05-2014
Skills
- Self-esteem building
- Anxiety treatment
- Trama-informed care
- Clinical documentation under supervision
- Mindfulness practices
- Multicultural competence
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Crisis intervention and safety planning
- Multitasking and organizational skills
- Clinical assessment and treatment planning
Timeline
Clinical Therapist
Mountain Care Network
07.2024 - Current
School Counselor
Kanawha County Schools
07.2020 - 07.2024
Professional Substitute Teacher
Kanawha County Schools
07.2016 - 07.2020
Master of Arts - Counseling
Marshall University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Marshall University
Training
- Trauma-Informed Care Training
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training
- Autism Awareness/ Autim Spectrum Support Training
- Mandated Reporter Training
Professional Objective
Seeking an APC-track or pre-licensed counseling position in the Atlanta, Georgia metro area to continue supervised clinical training toward licensure while serving children and adolescents in community mental health, school-based, or outpatient clinical settings.