Carmelia Nafe
Irvine,California
Summary
Passionate and reliable Psychological Assistant that develops customized treatment plans to meet unique client needs. Provides evidence-based care with careful examination of relevant characteristics. An empathetic communicator helps clients understand treatment purposes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychological Associate
Pacific Neurobehavioral Clinic
San Diego, CA
01.2026 - Current
- Conduct therapy sessions using eclectic methods for diverse clientele.
- Create and execute treatment plans with evidence-based strategies.
- Engage in ongoing supervision to enhance therapeutic techniques.
- Fostered a trusting environment for clients, enhancing therapeutic engagement and promoting meaningful progress in their mental health journey.
- Implemented tailored treatment plans, leading to noticeable improvements in client coping strategies and overall emotional well-being.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, ensuring cohesive care strategies and enhancing client outcomes through shared insights.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs, informing effective interventions and optimizing therapeutic effectiveness.
- Integrated creative therapeutic techniques, expanding the range of interventions and enriching the client experience.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions, fostering a safe space that encouraged open dialogue and emotional growth.
- Raised awareness about mental health issues and reduce stigma through community education and outreach.
- Facilitated support groups, supporting safe and collaborative environments for clients.
- Identified concerns, research methodologies and optimal experimental designs to collect desired information.
Therapist Trainee
Center for Mental Health Excellence
San Diego, CA
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Delivered therapy to diverse clients, enhancing outcomes through evidence-based methods.
- Collaborated with clinical team, achieving measurable therapeutic improvements.
- Applied integrative interventions, fostering client progress under supervision.
- Implemented evidence-based techniques that significantly improved client engagement and therapeutic progress.
- Completed over 200 hour internship working with young college students and professionals.
- Addressed cultural and diversity issues to provide clients with culturally responsive care.
- Utilized evidence-based techniques to deliver successful treatment.
Instructional Assistant
Northwood High School
Irvine, CA
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Assist instructional personnel in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students.
- Help students facing severe challenges acclimate into the school by providing coping strategies.
- Implement individualized education plans by providing daily one-on-one instructional behavior support.
- Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans.
Crisis Counselor
Crisis Text Line
Remote
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Deescalated crises through texts using active listening, collaborative problem solving, and safety planning.
- Completed 30 hours of training in skills such as reflective listening and crisis management.
- Provided relevant referrals to ensure continuation of care.
Graduate Assistant
Pepperdine University Online Psychology Division
West Los Angeles
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Helped onboard new faculty by acting as the liaison between them and book publishers.
- Acted as the point person for new faculty by providing referrals to appropriate departments and connecting them with resources.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
University of California, Irvine
Irvine
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Created a welcoming environment for students by holding office hours and leading discussions.
- Lectured on equity, racism, special education, and intersectional challenges of students.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Monitored student progress to identify weaknesses and provide recommendations for improvement.
Extended Day Afterschool Program Intern
University of California, Irvine
Irvine
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Taught mathematics and language arts to K-6th grade students in an outdoor learning classroom.
- Managed classroom settings using positive reinforcement and conflict negotiation.
- Collected and recorded data at various field sites for later assessment and data analysis.
- Created and implemented procedures to obtain required information and support research goals.
Fieldwork Apprenticeship
Woodbury Elementary
Irvine, CA
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Developed daily lessons in language arts and science for elementary students, enhancing engagement.
- Partnered with counselors to teach coping skills, improving student mental health awareness.
- Crafted innovative educational strategies, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented interactive lesson plans that improved student comprehension and participation in language arts by facilitating hands-on activities.
Education
Doctorate - Psychology
University of The Pacific
Stockton05.2027
Masters of Arts - Psychology
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA05.2023
Bachelors of Arts - Education Sciences
University of California, Irvine
Irvine2021
Skills
- Crisis Counseling
- Research Analysis
- Clinical Documentation
- Persian
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Treatment Planning
- Client Relationships
- Behavioral Assessment
- Interpersonal Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
Websites
Languages
Persian - Proficient
Community Service
Orange County, Junior Youth Empowerment Animator, Lead social initiatives for youth empowerment and community engagement., Mentor middle school students, fostering personal growth and community awareness., Coordinate volunteer events, enhancing community involvement and environmental stewardship., Build partnerships with local programs to strengthen community ties and resources., Mentored middle school students, fostering resilience and community engagement through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement., Coordinated community outreach programs, establishing partnerships that enhanced resource sharing and broadened support networks for youth., Organized impactful volunteer initiatives like beach clean-ups, resulting in improved community pride and environmental awareness.
Timeline
Psychological Associate
Pacific Neurobehavioral Clinic
01.2026 - Current
Therapist Trainee
Center for Mental Health Excellence
06.2024 - 08.2025
Instructional Assistant
Northwood High School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Crisis Counselor
Crisis Text Line
01.2022 - 05.2022
Graduate Assistant
Pepperdine University Online Psychology Division
12.2021 - 03.2022
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
University of California, Irvine
09.2020 - 06.2021
Extended Day Afterschool Program Intern
University of California, Irvine
09.2019 - 12.2019
Fieldwork Apprenticeship
Woodbury Elementary
02.2019 - 06.2019
Doctorate - Psychology
University of The Pacific
Masters of Arts - Psychology
Pepperdine University
Bachelors of Arts - Education Sciences
University of California, Irvine