Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples 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
LMFT, Master Level Counselor
Lifeologie
01.2023 - Current
Develop treatment plans, complete administrative paperwork, and intake assessments
Assist clients with overcoming mental and emotional issues
Build positive relationships with individuals, couples, and families
Educate clients about appropriate coping mechanisms.
Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
Teacher
Child Care Associates
06.2019 - 07.2022
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Teacher
Dallas Isd
01.2015 - 07.2019
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, counselors, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
District Parole Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
05.2011 - 01.2015
Monitored inmates' progress using questionnaires and psychological testing.
Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
Reported violations of parole conditions to appropriate authorities and maintained record of case activity.
Developed case reports detailing inmate history and likelihood of committing another crime.
Arranged substance abuse rehabilitation for offenders.
Performed routine home inspections and drug tests for offenders on parole.
Served as court liaison by attending court hearings and presenting reports and recommendations.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX
05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liberty University
08.2013
Skills
Discharge Planning
Document Interventions
Active Listening
Intakes and Assessments
Psychosocial Assessments
Treatment Documentation
Client Needs Assessment
Office Management
Rehabilitation Services
Student Records Management
Positive Student Engagement
Faculty Collaboration
Certification
Certified Teacher, TEA - 2022-2028
Certified Notary Public, State of Texas - 2022-2024