Frank J. Mazzapica
Kingwood,TX
Summary
Experienced in understanding issues such as trauma therapy, depression support and life transitions. Leverages practical experience and relates to theoretical constructs for students. Dedicated to student success and possessing strong communication, supervisory and instructional abilities.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor and Senior Pastor
New Covenant Church of Humble
Humble, TX
07.1999 - Current
- Provided individual, couple and group counseling sessions, providing assessment and crisis intervention strategies to assist patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Utilized evidence-based treatments including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused CBT, motivational interviewing and acceptance commitment therapy.
- Referred clients to external resources for additional support.
- Addressed issues through emotionally intelligent conversation and conflict resolution techniques.
Professor of Psychology
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
01.1996 - 05.1999
- Developed and taught courses in Child Development Psychology, Introduction to Psychology, Adult Development, and Aging Psychology
- Participated in departmental meetings to discuss curriculum changes and new initiatives related to teaching methods.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations, assigning work to others when appropriate.
- Utilized range of instructional strategies and multimedia approaches to diversify instruction.
Behavior Modification Specialist and Counselor
Harris Department of Education
Houston, TX
01.1993 - 12.1996
- Developed individualized behavior intervention plans to meet the needs of students with challenging behaviors.
- Directed emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Completed professional development courses, attended industry conferences and read current publications to maintain knowledge of updates to field.
- Worked with educators to outline intervention plans, establish goals and develop progress benchmarks.
- Analyzed assessment results from Functional Behavioral Assessments and developed Behavior Intervention Plans.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals related to behavior concerns.
Adolescent Counselor
The United Way of Broward County
Hollywood, FL
01.1990 - 12.1992
- Directed activities of professional and technical staff members and volunteers.
- Facilitated weekly group therapy sessions focused on topics such as anger management, relapse prevention, communication skills development and healthy relationships.
- Developed positive relationships with families by providing education about mental health issues and available resources in the community.
- Provided therapeutic interventions to adolescents in order to address issues such as depression, anxiety, and trauma.
- Assisted youth with practicing coping skills to achieve completion of treatment goals.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques aligned with trauma-informed care model, driving intervention strategy.
NCO Training Staff Sergeant
United States Air Force
KI Sawyer AFB, Marquette County, Upper Peninsula, MI
01.1976 - 12.1986
- Provided education, testing, and on-the-job training to all airmen as pre-requisites for their respective upgrades and promotions.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-1993
Skills
- Behavior Modification
- Family Therapy
- Mental Health Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Solution-Focused Counseling
- Intervention Planning
- Office Administration
- Suicide Precautions Expertise
- Career Counseling
- Grief Counseling
- Adolescent Counseling
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Client Records Management
- Therapeutic Expertise
- HIPAA
- Public Speaking
- Business Management
Accomplishments
- Developed the first Multi-County Public School reward system trial for high-risk students. Coordinated with Harris County Judges to implement the research trial for adolescent individuals.
- Awarded for Dedicated Service to the City of Humble by Humble City Council. (July 2022)
- Republican Congressional Candidate for TX-29. (2010)
- United States Air Force Best Public Speaker Award.
- Ten years of military service to the United States Air Force.
- New York Fencing Most Valuable Player. (1970-1974)
- Eagle Scout Leader.
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
- Licensed Minister
Affiliations
- New Covenant Church Annual Health Fair in conjunction with the Greater Humble Area Health Unit Ministries and in partnership with Community Agencies. Event provided School and Sport Health Physicals, On-Site Family Practice Doctors, Free Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, and Diabetes Screenings, and Texas Vaccines.
- "Free Coffee for Teachers" Annual Back-to-School Community Service Outreach
- Raquetball Instructor (1976-1986)
- Assistant Pastor and Counselor at Triumph Church Inc.
Publications
- Mazzapica, Frank. The Church of the Left Behind: A Complete Guide for Survivors Left behind after the Rapture and the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. RevMedia Publishing, 2016.
- Mazzapica, Frank J. The Touch-Me-Not Women: Help for Women Who Cannot Handle Intimacy. Banner Publishing, 2014.
- Mazzapica, Frank J. Meet the Beasts. RevMedia, 2014.
- Mazzapica, Frank J. Putting Pants Back on the Church. Banner Publishing, 2014.
- Mazzapica, Frank J. The Unsupervised Man: Revealing & Escaping the Pain of Your Secret Life. RevMedia, 2013.
- Mazzapica, Frank. The Unsupervised Woman: Even Good Women Need Supervision. RevMedia, 2013.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor and Senior Pastor
New Covenant Church of Humble
07.1999 - Current
Professor of Psychology
Lamar University
01.1996 - 05.1999
Behavior Modification Specialist and Counselor
Harris Department of Education
01.1993 - 12.1996
Adolescent Counselor
The United Way of Broward County
01.1990 - 12.1992
NCO Training Staff Sergeant
United States Air Force
01.1976 - 12.1986
Master of Arts - Psychology
Liberty University
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