Catherine Orlando
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Effective Educator with strong history of faculty collaboration and case management demonstrated across 3 years in similar roles. Highly skilled in managing diverse learning modalities and providing client support. Friendly, outgoing, and focused on comprehensive, life-based approaches to education. Energetic problem solver, skill-builder and conflict resolver. Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Experienced with therapeutic interventions, fostering meaningful client progress. Utilizes cognitive-behavioral techniques and tailored treatment plans to address individual needs. Strong understanding of ethical guidelines and client confidentiality, ensuring trustworthy and supportive therapeutic environment.
Diligent clinical mental health counselor with solid background in providing comprehensive mental health support. Successfully applied therapeutic techniques to assist clients in overcoming emotional and behavioral challenges. Demonstrated effective communication and empathy in client interactions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Urban Recovery
Brooklyn, NY
08.2025 - 04.2026
- Led therapeutic sessions for individuals and groups, focusing on achieving client mental health objectives.
- Collaborated in crafting tailored treatment plans to enhance client outcomes based on assessments and feedback.
- Coordinated efforts with various healthcare professionals to enhance strategies for patient care and outcomes.
- Maintained comprehensive records of client progress and therapeutic interventions to support effective treatment planning.
- Applied evidence-based methodologies to optimize counseling strategies and client outcomes.
- Facilitated crisis intervention initiatives by evaluating urgent needs of clients in distress.
- Attended workshops and training sessions focused on refining counseling skills and methodologies for effective client support.
- Guided clients in crafting effective communication strategies and reinforcing healthy boundaries within relationships by implementing skill-building exercises.
- Cultivated strong client relationships to support therapeutic engagement through effective active listening and rapport-building strategies.
- Enhanced client development through structured reflective exercises and targeted goal-setting initiatives.
- Facilitated client development of coping strategies through instruction in mindfulness techniques and stress reduction exercises.
- Provided valuable insights from individual counseling sessions during clinical team meetings to support comprehensive care planning.
- Facilitated client well-being through comprehensive mental health assessments and tailored treatment plan development.
- Pursued ongoing training and educational opportunities to remain informed on best practices in clinical mental health counseling.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated care for clients, optimizing their overall mental health outcomes.
- Documented client progress meticulously, maintaining accurate records in accordance with HIPAA regulations and professional ethical standards.
- Supported clients in addressing substance abuse issues by providing psychoeducation on addiction and facilitating referrals to specialized treatment programs.
- Improved clients'' coping skills through the implementation of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
Paraprofessional Educator
YAI/NYL
12.2009 - 08.2013
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Assessed student social, emotional, and academic needs to plan goals appropriately.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoor activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Assisted in maintaining an engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide the best learning environment.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Southern New Hampshire University
New Hampshire 04.2026
Bachelor of Science - Community and Human Services
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY12.2021
Associates of Science - Mental Health and Human Services
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY07.2011
High School Diploma -
Brooklyn College Academy
Brooklyn, NY06.2008
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Group and Individual sessions
- Technology-Based Strategies
- Skill-Building Support
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Positive Learning Environment
- Evidence-Based Program Use
- Computer Skills
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Multicultural Awareness
- Effective Communication
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Documentation
- Suicide risk assessment
- Client advocacy
- Multicultural competence
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Mental health assessment
- Self-care promotion
- Individual counseling
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Building rapport
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Substance abuse counseling
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Clinical interventions
- Clinical assessment
Timeline
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Urban Recovery
08.2025 - 04.2026
Paraprofessional Educator
YAI/NYL
12.2009 - 08.2013
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Community and Human Services
SUNY Empire State College
Associates of Science - Mental Health and Human Services
Kingsborough Community College
High School Diploma -
Brooklyn College Academy