Bora Kou
Cupertino,CA
Summary
Empathetic Counseling Intern known for connecting with students and parents, maintaining comfort, and promoting progress during sessions. Carefully collect information through conversations, questions, and in-depth interviews. Excellent observational and analytical skills with great insight into individual's mental state.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Intern
Cupertino Union School District
Cupertino, CA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for clients, improving mental health outcomes.
- Assessed risk factors such as suicidality or self-harm behaviors to ensure client safety during time-sensitive situations.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions, adjusting treatment plans as needed to optimize results.
- Increased awareness of mental health issues through community outreach and educational presentations.
- Empowered clients to build resilience and develop coping mechanisms, fostering independence and self-reliance in their mental health journeys.
- Improved overall functioning for clients by collaboratively setting attainable goals and monitoring progress throughout treatment.
- Utilized active listening skills during therapy sessions, validating client experiences while guiding them toward healthier thought patterns.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
Teacher Assistant
Merryhill Elementary School
San Jose
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Worked with grade 1 and 2 teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Supervised recess, lunch, and daily student intake and dismissal
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teachers
- In charge of after-school care for Grades 1 and 2 by preparing arts & crafts and games
Education Coordinator
Elite Educational Institute
Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Conducted conferences with parents and students to review progress, adjust academic plans, and renew enrollments
- Planned, formulated, and assessed goals, policies, and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards
- Assisted with marketing, advertising, PR, and student and faculty outreach efforts to drive educational program growth
- Coordinated regular meetings to review new programs and services and enroll students
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet the needs of 100 students and ten instructors.
Youth Group Teacher
Korean Central Presbyterian Church
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
01.2011 - 09.2016
- Organized large group events such as faith-based outings, fundraisers and sports competitions to integrate youth group and community
- Led dynamic group topics to help facilitate discussions among 7-8 group members
- Counseled 30 +youth by providing wisdom and guidance to help overcome and face interpersonal issues
- Collaborated with youth pastors to establish program objectives and achieved outcome goals by devising effective strategies
- Provided counseling to students with spiritual and personal issues and maintained relationships with students
Education
Master of Arts - Education Counseling
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05-2026
Bachelor of Education - Education
Simon Fraser University
05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Science of Food, Nutrition and Health
University of British Columbia
05.2004
Skills
- Behavior management
- Anxiety reduction
- Motivational interviewing
- Child and adolescent therapy
- Self-care strategies
- Individual counseling
- Stress management techniques
- Organizational skills
- Group therapy facilitation
Personal Information
Title: Certified Teacher
Certification
- Certified Teacher
- 65 hours practicum hours at Westmont High School
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mental Health Intern
Cupertino Union School District
08.2024 - 05.2025
Teacher Assistant
Merryhill Elementary School
11.2021 - 06.2022
Education Coordinator
Elite Educational Institute
09.2014 - 09.2016
Youth Group Teacher
Korean Central Presbyterian Church
01.2011 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Education - Education
Simon Fraser University
Bachelor of Science - Science of Food, Nutrition and Health
University of British Columbia
Master of Arts - Education Counseling
San Jose State University