Dr. Aja King, LPCC
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Empathetic Psychotherapist with 23-year history working within mental health field. Proven to build client rapport and facilitate growth. Experienced facilitating individual and family therapy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Counseling Psychologist
BetterHelp
Minneapolis, MN
02.2024 - Current
- Developed therapeutic intervention plans tailored to the needs of each client.
- Utilized evidence-based treatments including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused CBT, motivational interviewing and acceptance commitment therapy.
- Maintained accurate clinical records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Advised clients on strategies for managing challenging behaviors or emotions.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy relationships through communication skills training and conflict resolution strategies.
- Created referrals for additional care when appropriate.
- Attended conferences, seminars, and workshops to stay up-to-date on best practices related to counseling psychology.
Meditation and Mindfulness Director
Harvest Preparatory School
Minneapolis, MN
10.2020 - Current
- Coached elementary and middle scholars children in various stress reduction techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation and breathing exercises.
- Guided scholars through guided imagery meditations to help them relax and focus on positive thoughts.
- Facilitated dialogue among scholars about their experiences with mindfulness practices.
- Advised scholars on how to use mindfulness tools to improve communication skills, increase productivity and reduce stress levels.
- Designed activities that promote self-awareness and help children become more present in their day-to-day lives and school settings.
Organizational Development Consultant
Lutheran Social Services of MN
Minneapolis, MN
01.2018 - Current
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
Organizational Development Consultant
People for Pride in Living
Minneapolis, MN
01.2017 - Current
- Analyzed current organizational structures and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Provided guidance on best practices in areas such as talent development, performance management, leadership effectiveness, and employee engagement.
- Facilitated workshops with senior leaders to discuss challenges and develop strategies for achieving their goals.
- Advised managers on how to handle conflict resolution within teams or departments.
Violence Prevention Specialist
State Of Minnesota
Brooklyn Park, MN
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented a violence prevention program for at-risk youth.
- Conducted outreach activities to educate the community on violence prevention strategies.
- Facilitated workshops with stakeholders to discuss best practices in violence prevention.
- Organized and facilitated focus groups with various target populations to identify areas of concern regarding violence prevention.
- Created educational materials related to violence prevention for distribution in the community.
- Coordinated efforts between multiple departments in order to ensure successful implementation of violence prevention programs.
- Participated in coalition meetings focused on reducing rates of domestic abuse and other forms of interpersonal violence.
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel in responding effectively to reports of violent incidents within the area served by the organization.
- Engaged members of the community through public speaking events aimed at raising awareness about available services designed specifically for victims of violent acts.
- Attended conferences focused on advancing knowledge about emerging trends related to preventing acts of physical aggression.
- Assisted with grant writing activities necessary for securing funding needed for implementing new initiatives focused on reducing rates of violent crime.
Education
Doctor of Education - Counseling Psyhcologist
Argosy University
Washington, D.C.10-2015
Skills
- Disaster Recovery
- Case Documentation
- Crisis Intervention
- Client goal planning
- Group Therapy
- Tracking client progress
- Treatment Planning
- Confidential records
- Records Management
- Mental health counseling
- Safety and risk assessments
- Research
- Family Counseling
- Consultations
- Guided Imagery
- Mindfulness Techniques
- Energy Healing
- Sound Therapy
- Body awareness
- Deep listening
- Trauma Sensitivity
- Relaxation Techniques
- Breathing Exercises
- Online Teaching
- Life Coaching
- Workshop Design
- Relationship Building
- Meditation Guidance
Affiliations
- Children's Book Author: "Finding My Cool" available on Amazon
Timeline
Counseling Psychologist
BetterHelp
02.2024 - Current
Violence Prevention Specialist
State Of Minnesota
04.2021 - 08.2023
Meditation and Mindfulness Director
Harvest Preparatory School
10.2020 - Current
Organizational Development Consultant
Lutheran Social Services of MN
01.2018 - Current
Organizational Development Consultant
People for Pride in Living
01.2017 - Current
Doctor of Education - Counseling Psyhcologist
Argosy University
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