- Trading futures and options
- Technical Analysis
- Piano
- Graphic Design
- Drawing and Painting
- Interior Design
- Photography
- Horseback riding
- Skiing
- Gym Workouts
- Meditation
Cassandra Astolis MS, MSW, CCHt
Fernandina Beach,USA
Summary
Seasoned Behavioral Health Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist with 15+ years of experience and a focused expertise in trading psychology and performance coaching. I hold dual master’s degrees in Counseling and Clinical Social Work, with advanced certifications in Clinical Hypnotherapy and Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP). Leveraging over five years of active trading experience—including futures, stocks, indices, and options—I bring a deep understanding of technical analysis, risk management, and market dynamics. As a funded proprietary futures trader, I combine real-world trading insight with proven psychological strategies to help traders overcome mental barriers, build emotional resilience, and enhance consistency. Founder of Mindset Trader Support, I have successfully supported numerous traders in optimizing their mindset for peak performance. I wish to transition fully to trader-focused coaching and therapy, where I can align my passion for trading with my strengths in behavioral analysis and mental performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Hypnotherapist/Owner
North Florida Clinical Hypnotherapy
, Florida
11.2009 - Current
- Manages all aspects of the business including administration, accounting, advertising and clinical hypnotherapy.
- Conducts thorough assessments to identify root causes of clients'' issues and determine appropriate treatment plan..
- Explains clinical hypnosis process to patients to quell fears, dismiss myths and, discuss the safety and effectiveness of hypnotherapy therapies. "It's not like what you see on TV or the movies."
- Builds strong rapport with clients through effective communication and empathy, fostering trust in the therapeutic relationship.
- Improves patient well-being by addressing a wide range of concerns, including stress management, anxiety reduction, and overcoming phobias.
- Fosters positive change by helping clients replace negative thought patterns with healthier perspectives during hypnotherapy sessions.
- Discusses circumstances and background of particular psychological disturbances to identify possible avenues towards resolution.
- Helped clients work through emotional and psychological issues in both individual sessions.
- Introduced therapeutic meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques to patients.
- Created positive change in people's lives.
- Areas of successful change include sport's performance, public speaking, work performance, trading performance, stress management, phobias, bad habit cessation, positive self-image, increased motivation, self-esteem and well being, financial abundance, increased livelihood and happiness.
Owner/Trading Psychology Mindset Coach
Mindset Trader Support
03.2023 - Current
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective coaching sessions.
- Guided clients to overcome limiting beliefs and barriers, resulting in increased self-confidence and personal empowerment, resulting in improved trading performance.
- Empowered and guided clients to achieve personal and professional goals.
- Enhanced client self-awareness by conducting personalized assessments and providing insightful feedback.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of client progress throughout the coaching process, ensuring alignment with desired outcomes.
- Mentored traders in developing their analytical skills and understanding of market dynamics for successful execution of trades within established risk parameters.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
Behavioral Health Specialist
Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Practiced a holistic, person-centered approach using CBT, DBT, MI, Gestalt, SFBT, and other evidence-based, therapies.
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Developed behavior intervention plans based on principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Education
Master's Degree - Clinical Social Work
Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida08.2019
Certification - Clinical Hypnotherapy
Florida Institute of Hypnotherapy
Gainesville, Florida01.2009
Master's - Counseling
Longwood University
Farmville, VA12.2004
BFA - Fine Arts
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia01.1989
Undergraduate - Design
Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, RI01.1985
Skills
Behavioral & Performance Psychology
15 years behavioral health therapist
Certified Hypnotherapist & NLP Practitioner
Specialized in trading psychology & mindset coaching
Advanced understanding of subconscious behavior patterns
Psychological counseling, mentoring, and performance support
Trading Experience
Funded proprietary futures trader
Experience trading equities, indices, futures, and options
Proficient in technical analysis & charting tools
Skilled in market strategy and risk management
Leadership & Communication
Strong team leadership and mentoring abilities
Skilled in public speaking and group facilitation
Excellent written and verbal communication
High workplace professionalism and emotional intelligence
Business & Operational Strengths
Successful small business owner
Strategic planning and goal setting
Effective time management and organizational skills
Analytical and flexible problem-solving
Certification
- Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist
- Present
Interests
Timeline
Owner/Trading Psychology Mindset Coach
Mindset Trader Support
03.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Specialist
Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare
01.2019 - 02.2020
Clinical Hypnotherapist/Owner
North Florida Clinical Hypnotherapy
11.2009 - Current
Undergraduate - Design
Rhode Island School of Design
Master's Degree - Clinical Social Work
Florida State University
Certification - Clinical Hypnotherapy
Florida Institute of Hypnotherapy
Master's - Counseling
Longwood University
BFA - Fine Arts
Virginia Commonwealth University
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