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Brianna May

Clarks Summit,Pennsylvania

Summary

Compassionate counselor with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Adept at creating individualized treatment plans and leading group therapy sessions. Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all participants. Successful at helping clients unravel physical, mental and emotional layers to identify root causes of problems and develop strong coping skills for diverse scenarios.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor

Tiffany Griffiths PsyD and Associates Inc
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management with a minimum caseload of 25 clients.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.

Graduate Assistant

The University of Scranton
08.2020 - 12.2022
  • Assisted faculty members of the counseling and human services department with various tasks such as grading assignments, updating CACREP documentation, and coordinating admissions interviews

Teacher's Assistant

Cedarville University
08.2018 - 05.2020
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
  • Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials.

Undergraduate Student Intern

Scranton Counseling Center
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Directed group therapies designed to increase client wellbeing in partial hospitalization and psychological rehabilitation programs
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into electronic medical record database system.

Summer Program Aide

St. Joseph's Center
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Facilitated recreational activities tailored to individual patient interests, promoting social engagement and mental stimulation.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

University of Scranton
Scranton, PA
12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH
05.2020

Skills

  • Individual Therapy
  • Active listening Skills
  • Self-Care Promotion
  • Humanistic therapy
  • CBT Techniques
  • Organizational Skills
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Treatment Planning
  • Referral Coordination

Timeline

Counselor

Tiffany Griffiths PsyD and Associates Inc
01.2023 - Current

Graduate Assistant

The University of Scranton
08.2020 - 12.2022

Undergraduate Student Intern

Scranton Counseling Center
05.2019 - 07.2019

Teacher's Assistant

Cedarville University
08.2018 - 05.2020

Summer Program Aide

St. Joseph's Center
06.2018 - 08.2018

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

University of Scranton

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Cedarville University
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