Christina Koncsol
Summary
Empathetic Counseling Intern known for connecting with clients, maintaining comfort and promoting progress during sessions. Easily collects information about patients through conversations, questions and in-depth interviews. Excellent observational and analytical skills with great insight into patients' mental state.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counseling Student Intern
Pathways Counseling Center
01.2023 - Current
- Observed and concisely described client behavior and activities in medical context, advising on mental health concerns.
- Worked with patients supporting adaptation to traumatic individual circumstances.
- Applied variety of psychological methods and techniques in screening, assessment and evaluation of clients.
- Managed documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents, completing with concise language for review and approval by licensed professionals.
- Maintained high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and company regulations.
- Counseled clients to help understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems.
- Maintained up-to-date clinical documentation via electronic recordkeeping systems.
- Established and maintained reciprocal working relationships with clients, family members and other staff, contributing to team cohesion and comprehensive patient care.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Co-lead fall and spring 8 week support group concentrated on bereavement
- Participated in psycho-education group called "Game of Life" which provided counseling psychoeducational material for young adults
Nursing Assistant
Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation Inc.
05.2019 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Front of House Supervisor
Sodexo USA
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
- Managed inventory through effectively ordering and stocking uniforms, linens, beverages, and front of house supplies.
- Initiated server side-work chart rotation to promote solidarity and standard of cleanliness.
- Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
- Addressed guest concerns and resolved all issues to guests' satisfaction.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP)
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Psycholology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2021
Skills
- Mental Health Counseling
- Behavioral Interviewing
- Patient Confidentiality
- Medication Identification
- Group Activities
- Coping Methods
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20-30 staff members.
- Achieved patient satisfaction through effectively helping with interdisciplinary hospital communication .
- Successfully passed the CPCE exam
- NPI number- 1417653916
Certification
- CPR Training- 2023
- Crisis Intervention Training, Liberty University - 2020
- Cultural Intelligence Training - Liberty University- 2019
- LPCC- January 2024
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Kessler Institute for Rehabiliation - 2023
Timeline
Counseling Student Intern
Pathways Counseling Center
01.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation Inc.
05.2019 - Current
Front of House Supervisor
Sodexo USA
09.2017 - 03.2020
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP)
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Psycholology
Liberty University
- CPR Training- 2023
- Crisis Intervention Training, Liberty University - 2020
- Cultural Intelligence Training - Liberty University- 2019
- LPCC- January 2024
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Kessler Institute for Rehabiliation - 2023
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