Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Counseling Intern
Allegheny Health Network
08.2023 - Current
700-hour fieldwork experience
Independently managing caseload of child and adolescent clients
Attending weekly treatment team meetings to collaborate with other clinicians in presenting cases of incoming clients
Observing and co-facilitating group therapy sessions in both adult and adolescent Intensive Outpatient Programs, centered around CBT and DBT programming
Milieu Therapist II
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage patient growth
Assessed patient needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions
Determined patients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors
Listened to patients' concerns and provided encouragement and support
Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues
Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve patients' level of functioning
Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to communicate with treatment team
Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence
Buyer
Buffalo Exchange
09.2021 - 04.2022
Reviewed each store location's buying trends to ascertain correct assortment of apparel for maximum sales and profits
Established relationships with customers while buying their clothing items
Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices
Developed and managed budgets for purchasing and projected purchasing needs
Office Assistant
Point Park University Athletics
03.2019 - 03.2020
Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
Interacted with staff by phone, email, or in-person to provide information for student athlete files
Assisted in financial tasks such as invoicing, expense tracking, and budget preparation to ensure accuracy.
Collaborated with various departments to complete assigned tasks.
Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
Hostess
Luigi's Ristorante
09.2012 - 08.2016
Monitored and tracked budgets and expenses
Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience
Input orders accurately into POS terminal, split bills and accepted payments
Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times
Maintained balanced cash drawer with correct money values and accurate documentation
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA
04.2021
Skills
Mental Health Support
Cognitive Behavioral therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Individual Counseling
Psychoeducation
Team Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Documentation And Reporting
Crisis Intervention
Group Counseling
Positive patient experiences
Treatment Plans
Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting
Act 33
Act 34
Act 73 FBI Clearance
Timeline
Student Counseling Intern
Allegheny Health Network
08.2023 - Current
Milieu Therapist II
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Buyer
Buffalo Exchange
09.2021 - 04.2022
Office Assistant
Point Park University Athletics
03.2019 - 03.2020
Hostess
Luigi's Ristorante
09.2012 - 08.2016
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Director, Research and Sponsored Program Adm at Allegheny Health Network Of Highmark HealthDirector, Research and Sponsored Program Adm at Allegheny Health Network Of Highmark Health