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Brenda Leal

Santa Ana,California

Summary

Passionate, goal-driven student looking to pursue a degree in higher education to promote social justice as a LCSW. Using my privilege as a bilingual, Mexican-American woman, my mission is to provide high quality care to underrepresented communities by creating an empathetic and inclusive space, with the application of therapeutic approaches to promote client health and growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Nanny

Nina Prasad
Newport Beach, CA
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed positive relationships with each child by providing nurturing care.
  • Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
  • Planned age-appropriate activities to help foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
  • Provided a safe environment for the children through supervision and guidance of their activities.

Classroom Teacher's Aide

Cal State Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
  • Supervised students within the classroom setting, ensuring safety and appropriate behavior.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.

ABA Therapist

Behavioral Health Works, Inc
Anaheim , CA
07.2020 - 07.2023
  • Developed and implemented ABA treatment plans based on assessment data and behavioral goals.
  • Provided individualized behavior therapy services to children with autism spectrum disorders.
  • Analyzed data collected during interventions to determine effectiveness of treatments and interventions used.
  • Instructed caregivers in appropriate management procedures to maintain client gains outside of clinical sessions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
05-2024

Skills

  • Group facilitation
  • Behavioral Interventions
  • Counseling techniques
  • Active Listening
  • Client Advocacy
  • Case Management
  • Bilingual
  • Empathetic and nurturing

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE

  • Orange County Health Care Agency, Children and Youth Services (700 hours)
  • California State University, Fullerton, Group Leadership (120 hours)
  • Social Services Agency (100 hours)
  • The Priority Center (100 hours)

Timeline

Private Nanny

Nina Prasad
08.2024 - Current

Classroom Teacher's Aide

Cal State Fullerton
07.2023 - 03.2024

ABA Therapist

Behavioral Health Works, Inc
07.2020 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University - Fullerton

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