Brenda Andrade
Austin,TX
Summary
Professional experience includes directing clients through grief and loss, developing strategies for ongoing support. Engaged with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans while maintaining client confidentiality and adhering to agency guidelines. Demonstrated ability to facilitate emotional expression and enhance self-awareness in clients through attentive listening and a safe environment. Provided psychoeducation to families on mental health issues, led support groups, and addressed emergencies with a focus on ethical compliance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Marriage and Family Therapy Intern
Austin Center for Grief and Loss
Austin, TX
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Directed clients through grief and loss, formulating strategies for ongoing support.
- Engaged multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies.
- Maintained integrity of client records in accordance with agency guidelines.
- Stimulated emotional sharing to enhance self-awareness and understanding of interpersonal dynamics.
- Facilitated attentive listening sessions for clients to share traumatic experiences in a safe space.
- Guided individuals in stress management, enhancing self-esteem and addressing emotional health challenges.
- Provided psychoeducation to families regarding mental health conditions and coping mechanisms.
- Led support groups, fostering a trusting environment for clients to share experiences.
Sales Associate
Nike Factory Store
Round Rock, TX
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Fostered positive employee relationships through effective communication and coaching.
- Motivated team members to improve customer satisfaction and drive retention initiatives.
- Coordinated team activities, delegating tasks for efficient project execution.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution within teams.
Family Community Resource Coordinator
Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools
Vancouver, WA
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Facilitated psychoeducational classes on stress reduction and grounding techniques.
- Formulated educational resources such as handouts and visual aids to support sessions.
- Coordinated with specialists to develop strategies that met client expectations.
- Recorded detailed logs of client interactions and progress notes for effective tracking.
- Implemented community outreach strategies to enhance mental health awareness.
- Collaborated in weekly staff meetings to discuss case management and care plans.
- Addressed crisis scenarios related to severe mental health issues effectively.
- Performed clerical duties including scheduling, filing, and managing communications promptly.
Education
M. Ed. in Counseling And Development - Marriage, Couple, And Family Therapy
LAMAR UNIVERSITY
Beaumont, TX05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY VANCOUVER
Vancouver, WA12.2017
Skills
- Case management confidentiality
- Collaborative teamwork
- Mindfulness practices
- Emotion-focused therapy
- Narrative therapy
- Grief support
- Psychoeducational services
- Multicultural competence
- Patient referral coordination
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Marriage and Family Therapy Intern
Austin Center for Grief and Loss
04.2024 - 05.2025
Sales Associate
Nike Factory Store
09.2022 - 10.2024
Family Community Resource Coordinator
Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2022
M. Ed. in Counseling And Development - Marriage, Couple, And Family Therapy
LAMAR UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY VANCOUVER
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