Diana Suarez Pulecio
Houston
Summary
Experienced and results-driven professional known for strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a compassionate, solution-focused approach. Skilled in advancing organizational goals through thoughtful coordination of projects and programs, with a deep commitment to quality and care. Adaptable and calm under pressure, with a proven ability to meet challenges while supporting the people and mission behind the work.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Practice Mental Health Counselor
West Houston Counseling
11.2023 - Current
- Promoted self-awareness among clients by encouraging introspection while exploring thoughts, feelings, behaviors, values, beliefs systems within each session.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and developing actionable steps toward achieving personal growth and improved mental health.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, cultivating trusting relationships that fostered therapeutic progress.
- Continuously expanded professional knowledge by attending relevant workshops, conferences, and training events in the mental health field.
Clincal Therapist I
The Women's Home
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Utilized evidence-based interventions in individual therapy sessions, tailoring techniques to each patient's unique needs.
- Planned and organized individual, family, and group therapy for patients ranging in ages and issues.
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness through ongoing assessment, refining interventions to better meet patient needs and facilitate lasting change.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and develop coping skills.
Group Facilitator
Be Well Collaborative: Getting Ahead
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed open rapport with participants, encouraging sharing of questions and concerns.
- Educated in various types of techniques and skills to better understand people from diverse walks of life and cultures.
- Prepared and led educational group.
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
The Women's Home
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
Project Management Coordinator
Casa Tabor Inn
06.2020 - 01.2022
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Liaised between contractors to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep the project on task and within budgetary parameters.
Clinical Research Coordinator
West Houston Clincal Research
02.2016 - 03.2019
- Interacted with personnel to develop understanding of project needs and requirements.
- Met with key personnel and communicated project status, results and findings.
- Managed informed consent forms, personal waivers, and other critical paperwork.
- Notated participant contact information and other important data.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Collaborated with clinical staff and other healthcare professionals to support clinical trial data accuracy.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX06.2019
Skills
- People skills
- Collaboration
- Fluent in Spanish
- Flexible
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Group therapy facilitation
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Certification
- Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Training - Level 1 & 2
- Dyad Interal Family System Training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Private Practice Mental Health Counselor
West Houston Counseling
11.2023 - Current
Clincal Therapist I
The Women's Home
01.2023 - 11.2023
Group Facilitator
Be Well Collaborative: Getting Ahead
05.2022 - 12.2022
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
The Women's Home
01.2022 - 12.2022
Project Management Coordinator
Casa Tabor Inn
06.2020 - 01.2022
Clinical Research Coordinator
West Houston Clincal Research
02.2016 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Houston - Downtown
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Houston Baptist University
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