Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Counselor who is passionate about creating a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, fostering personal growth and resilience. Skilled at developing tailored therapeutic approaches that address the unique needs of each individual.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Shotwell Academy, Aldine ISD
06.2021 - Current
Promote positive behavior among students through the implementation of school-wide behavior management strategies.
Maintain detailed records of all counseling interactions to ensure continuity of care for each student over time.
Develop strong relationships with community organizations for referrals, resources, or partnerships in support of student success initiatives.
Enhance student emotional well-being by providing comprehensive counseling services and addressing various concerns.
Provide crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring immediate support was available for affected individuals.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents for the development of individualized student support plans.
Professional Counselor
Mindful Transformations Counseling Center
09.2022 - 01.2024
Evaluated client progress at regular intervals, adjusting treatment approaches as needed to maximize therapeutic gains.
Fostered strong therapeutic relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and nonjudgmental support.
Maintained strict adherence to professional ethics and confidentiality requirements, ensuring a safe therapeutic environment for all clients served.
Enhanced client well-being by implementing tailored counseling strategies and evidence-based interventions.
Advocated on behalf of clients when necessary, helping them navigate complex systems such as healthcare or social services agencies.
Mental Health Therapist
Houston Behavioral Health Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2023
Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by mental health issues.
Led psychoeducational groups covering topics such as emotion regulation, communication skills development, and relapse prevention strategies among others related to mental health improvement outcomes.
Coordinated care with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, and other relevant healthcare providers to ensure seamless continuity of care for clients.
Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health distress, ensuring safety and stabilization.
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
LAMAR UNIVERSITY
05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics
PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY
08.2009
No Degree - Christian Counseling Certification
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2024
Skills
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Mediation and crisis intervention
Suicide prevention
Motivational interviewing
Multicultural competence
Accomplishments
The Holdsworth Center Campus Leadership Program
Certification
Special Education (EC-12) October,2016
School Counselor (EC-12) July,2015
Family and Consumer Sciences (6-12) June,2011
Generalist (EC-6) June,2011
Licenced Professional Counselor December,2023
Certified Christian Counselor May,2024
Affiliations
American Counseling Association January,2015
Awards
The Holdsworth Center Campus Leadership Program June,2024
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Houston Behavioral Health Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2023
Professional Counselor
Mindful Transformations Counseling Center
09.2022 - 01.2024
School Counselor
Shotwell Academy, Aldine ISD
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics
PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY
Special Education (EC-12) October,2016
School Counselor (EC-12) July,2015
Family and Consumer Sciences (6-12) June,2011
Generalist (EC-6) June,2011
Licenced Professional Counselor December,2023
Certified Christian Counselor May,2024
Master of Education - School Counseling
LAMAR UNIVERSITY
No Degree - Christian Counseling Certification
Grand Canyon University
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