Brenda Alejos
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Developed strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills in therapeutic setting, focusing on effective communication and emotional support. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging experience in building trust and facilitating personal growth. Adept at working in collaborative environments and committed to fostering positive outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship
Harlingen School of Health Professions High School
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided individual counseling sessions to address client concerns and develop coping strategies.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting open communication and support among participants.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and enhance service delivery effectiveness.
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
Internship
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Counseling and Training Clinic
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided individual counseling sessions to assess client needs and develop personalized action plans.
- Conducted intake assessments to evaluate client backgrounds and establish treatment goals.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and treatment updates in compliance with regulations.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
Teacher
HARLINGEN SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS HIGH SCHOOL
08.2017 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, ensuring academic progress and mastery of topics.
- Collaborated with parents and faculty to support student success and address academic challenges effectively.
Education
Master of Education - Counseling
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Brownsville, TX12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
BROWNSVILLE, TX05.2017
Skills
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Counseling
- Mental health support
- Building rapport
- Psychoeducational
- Bilingual in spanish and english
- Treatment Planning
Certification
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC Associate)
Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
Clinical Supervisor: Dr. James Whittenberg, Ph.D., LPC-S
Timeline
Internship
Harlingen School of Health Professions High School
01.2024 - 12.2024
Internship
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Counseling and Training Clinic
01.2024 - 07.2024
Teacher
HARLINGEN SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS HIGH SCHOOL
08.2017 - 05.2025
Master of Education - Counseling
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley