Breanna Yepez
Leander,TX
Summary
A compassionate and inquisitive student, I am driven by an unwavering passion for enhancing the well-being of individuals, couples, and families. With a diverse background spanning mental health and research settings, I bring a rich tapestry of experiences to contribute. Beyond my professional pursuits, I enjoy hot yoga, baking, painting, and listening to insightful podcasts.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychometrist
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Conducted comprehensive neurocognitive assessments among military patients using WAIS-III, WTAR, BDI-II, HVLT-R, BVMT-R, MSVT, WCST, TMT, GPT, CPASAT, BJOLO, TFLS, PAOFL, LAWTON ADL, & COWAT.
- Collected, organized, disseminated, and managed data in accordance research protocols.
- Served as a liaison between patients and physicians, reviewing medical records and interviewing new patients for the HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders research project.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Dialysis Clinic, Inc
07.2018 - 04.2020
- Executed multiple phase II-III clinical trials for investigating an investigational drug's safety and efficacy in end-stage renal disease patients
- Prepared, maintained, and submitted IRB and regulatory forms.
- Orchestrated and conducted study visits and procedures, including vital signs, EKGs, medical history, and processing/shipping of lab samples, while also educating and training patients, nephrologists, and nurses on research protocols.
Psychiatric Technician II
Carrier Clinic
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Delivered psychiatric care to a diverse patient population, including adolescents to older adults.
- Assisted the charge nurse in critical admission assessments for patients arriving via ambulance for mental health crisis.
- Monitored patients' physical and emotional well-being, completed the Daily Behavioral Checklist, and conducted educational sessions, emphasizing coping skills through group therapy to enhance overall well-being and foster independence.
Psychology Research Fellow
St. John's University
08.2017 - 10.2017
- Recruited, contacted, and interviewed individuals for the research project investigating the mediators of the relationship of racism to depression and blood pressure activity in daily life.
- Administered a diverse range of psychological assessments, including the Ecological Momentary Assessment, Implicit Association Test, Flanker Task, The NIH Toolbox Cognition Battery, List Sorting Working Memory Test, The Perceived Ethnic Discrimination Questionnaire, and the Dimensional Change Card Sort Task
- Systemically collected, organized, and filed data while ensuring strict adherence to privacy and confidentiality.
Customer Service Associate
Bed Bath & Beyond
07.2012 - 09.2017
- Delivered exceptional customer service by effectively addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Provided training to new cashiers and customer servies associates.
- Developed college registries and offered guidance to students transitioning into college.
Lead Psychology Research Assistant
Center For Clinical Services
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided training and guidance to two research assistants.
- Applied coding methodologies to analyze behavioral events during Mother-Child play using Observer-XT and utilized SPSS for statistical analysis of research data.
- Prepared abstracts and poster submissions for presentation, collaborating in the writing and presenting of an evidence-based research poster titled 'Mother-Child Interaction among Children with and without Developmental Disabilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Alliant International University
San Diego, CA (Online)08.2025
Master of Arts - Psychology
American University
Washington, DC08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Public Health (minor)
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2017
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Intake Assessments
- Psychological Assessments
- Psychoeducation
- Cultural Competence
- Rapport Building
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Project Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Medical Records Maintenance
- Statistical Analysis
- Research Project Design
Volunteer
Dialysis Clinic, Inc - Mental Wellness Support Volunteer
Dec 2018 - Mar 2020
- Aided the social worker in preparing and facilitating support group sessions with dialysis patients suffering from depression and anxiety.
SLV Global - Mental Health Outreach Volunteer
Jun 2017 - Jul 2017
- Designed and implemented targeted therapeutic activities aimed at enhancing cognitive function, short-term memory, sensory stimulation, motor skills, pro-social behavior, mood elevation, creativity, and emotional expression.
- Instructed elementary school students on literacy skills, including reading, writing, and spoken English, contributing to their educational development.
Gates Manor Nursing Home - Mental Wellness Support Volunteer
Oct 2014 - May 2015
- Enhanced well-being for elderly individuals through the implementation of music and dance therapy, positively impacting both their physical and mental health.
Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. - Fundraising Coordinator
May 2014 - August 2015
- Raised approx. $1,400 for St. Jude's Children Hospital.
- Created and distributed food to support homeless individuals in the community.
Colleges Against Cancer Club - Fundraising Coordinator
Nov 2013 - May 2015
- Raised approx. $6,000 per year towards cancer research.
References
Karen Kelly, PhD
Kkelly@georgian.edu | 862-215-0007
Kathy Crim
Kathyscrim@hotmail.com | 937-414-1914
Hubbis Fabian
Hfabian@alliant.edu | 916-695-0724
Timeline
Psychometrist
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
12.2020 - 10.2021
Clinical Research Coordinator
Dialysis Clinic, Inc
07.2018 - 04.2020
Psychiatric Technician II
Carrier Clinic
09.2017 - 05.2018
Psychology Research Fellow
St. John's University
08.2017 - 10.2017
Lead Psychology Research Assistant
Center For Clinical Services
01.2016 - 05.2017
Customer Service Associate
Bed Bath & Beyond
07.2012 - 09.2017
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Alliant International University
Master of Arts - Psychology
American University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Public Health (minor)
Montclair State University
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