Denise Ulloa
Rockville,MD
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in both educational and behavioral health settings. Skilled in assessment, consultation, and staff training, with a strong background in trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and strength-based practices. Committed to empowering youth and families through equitable interventions that promote resilience and positive outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Educator
Enriched Schools
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported daily classroom operations by maintaining a structured, safe, and positive learning environment for students across varied school settings.
- Implemented established classroom routines, lesson plans, and behavior expectations to support continuity of instruction and student engagement.
- Supported student behavior using developmentally appropriate redirection, conflict resolution, and relationship-centered communication.
- Built strong, trust-based relationships with students, staff, and families to foster collaboration and community support.
Community and Enrollment Coordinator
PACE Center for Girls
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed student intake and enrollment processes, including family communication, eligibility review, documentation collection, and onboarding support.
- Conducted psychoeducational and behavioral assessments at intake and key transition points to identify student strengths, risk factors, and individualized support needs.
- Maintained accurate student records, enrollment documentation, service plans, and compliance-related files in alignment with program expectations.
- Served as a liaison between school personnel, families, and community stakeholders to coordinate wraparound services that supported students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success.
School Counselor
PACE Center for Girls
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided trauma-informed, gender-responsive counseling services to adolescents with histories of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), focusing on prevention of risk behaviors and promotion of resilience.
- Partnered with families, educators, and community organizations to design and deliver comprehensive youth development and prevention programs.
- Facilitated group interventions, restorative practices, and evidence-based curricula to promote positive behavior and academic success.
- Coordinated program logistics and data collection, contributing to long-term planning, evaluation, and reporting of outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between the school and external stakeholders, strengthening community collaboration in support of adolescent health and well-being.
Case Manager
Henderson Behavioral Health
06.2014 - 05.2016
- Managed comprehensive service delivery for children and families with behavioral health needs, ensuring individualized, wraparound support.
- Developed and monitored needs-driven service plans, incorporating family voice, student input, and measurable outcomes.
- Facilitated access to community resources, increasing family stability, resilience, and self-sufficiency.
- Advocated for youth and families in multi-stakeholder settings, ensuring culturally responsive and equitable service delivery.
- Enhanced program effectiveness through data tracking, documentation, and continuous improvement of prevention-focused strategies.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - School Psychology
Howard University
Washington, DC2027
Master of Science - Human Services
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ohio University
Athens, OH2013
Awards
Howard University Young Scholar of the Year, 2019-2020
Expertise
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Strength-Based Approaches
- Culturally Competent Assessment
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
Timeline
Guest Educator
Enriched Schools
09.2019 - 03.2020
Community and Enrollment Coordinator
PACE Center for Girls
07.2017 - 08.2019
School Counselor
PACE Center for Girls
05.2016 - 07.2017
Case Manager
Henderson Behavioral Health
06.2014 - 05.2016
Doctor of Philosophy - School Psychology
Howard University
Master of Science - Human Services
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ohio University