George Ayala
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Skilled Mental Health Counselor with strong background helping diverse client population with symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief, loss, trauma and other related symptoms. Licensed in the State of Texas.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Northeast Counseling Center PLLC
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Duties encompassed conducting initial intake interview with clients of various ages, families, seeking mental health counseling, psychotherapy for reasons ranging from academic decline, anxiety, depression and other developmental, behavioral and emotional issues, developed a treatment plan including diagnosis and provide counseling, psychotherapy
- Assisting clients to achieve their personal, social and emotional goals.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Omni Layne Counseling PLLC
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Duties encompassed conducting initial intake interview with clients of various ages, families, seeking mental health counseling, psychotherapy for reasons ranging from academic decline, anxiety, depression and other developmental, behavioral and emotional issues, developed a treatment plan including diagnosis and provide counseling, psychotherapy
- Assisting clients to achieve their personal, social and emotional goals.
School Counselor
El Paso ISD- Aoy Elementary School
10.2013 - 03.2016
- Duties encompassed the successful delivery of a comprehensive guidance and counseling program for elementary school-aged students by providing character and life skills education, individual and group counseling, campus-wide initiatives, administrative duties as needed
- Campus At-Risk Coordinator
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring comprehensive care for clients.
- Advanced professional development by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences related to mental health counseling practices.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Licensed Professional Counselor
George Ayala, Private Practice LPC Counseling Services
11.2008 - 03.2016
- Provided counseling and therapeutic services to children, adults and families dealing with behavioral, developmental and emotional issues, diagnosing and utilizing therapeutic approaches based on the American Psychological Association and the DSM IV.
- Utilized creative therapeutic modalities such as art therapy or play therapy to engage clients and facilitate a deeper understanding of their emotions and experiences.
- Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing solution-focused counseling sessions addressing specific concerns.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a supportive and safe environment for self-exploration and growth.
Licensed Professional Counselor/Peer Team Lead Therapist
Alaniz Counseling- San Antonio Counseling & Behavioral Ctr
03.2016 - 12.2023
- Provide counseling, mental health assessments and other thedrapeutic services to children, adults and families dealing with behavioral, developmental, and emotional issues, diagnosing, and utilizing therapeutic approaches based on the American Psychological Association and the DSM V
- Provide support, training opportunities and serve as a liaison to practice administrative team.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Licensed Professional Counselor
CommuniCare Health Centers
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided counseling to individuals and families through telemedicine
- A significant percentage of clients are Spanish speakers
- Worked with behavioral health team consisting of other mental health professionals to include a pediatric psychiatrist, as well as family and pediatric doctors who referred minors with families for behavioral health services.
- Enhanced client well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapy techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Managed caseload of diverse clients, tailoring interventions to meet their unique needs and goals.
- Implemented group therapy sessions, facilitating open communication among participants and promoting mutual support.
Summer School Coordinator
El Paso ISD- Aoy Elementary School
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Duties encompassed the successful implementation of three summer initiatives to include enrichment camps, SSI 5th Grade, Connecting Languages Pre-K, Pre-First and the UT El Paso Department of Education META Project
- Hiring, scheduling, and assuring all program components were in place was a major duty.
- Addressed behavioral issues promptly, implementing appropriate disciplinary measures as needed.
- Optimized scheduling logistics to minimize conflicts between classes or extracurricular activities during the summertime.
- Recruited trained, and supervised a dedicated team of educators and support staff for the smooth functioning of summer school sessions.
District Counselor
Socorro ISD Department of Guidance & Counseling
08.2009 - 06.2013
- Duties encompassed the training and guidance of school-based counselors on best Practices and effectively using materials and data to run American School Counselor Association (ASCA) comprehensive model-based programs at each District campus
- Mentoring of school counselors and working with campus Administrators was a major duty.
- Assisted counselors in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress toward achievement.
- Educated counselors and parents of available community resources fostering a sense of empowerment and self sufficiency.
Project Coordinator
Socorro ISD Department of Guidance & Counseling
08.2009 - 05.2012
- Duties encompassed the monitoring and supervision of an elementary school counseling grant known as Project H.O.P.E
- Funded by the U.S
- Department of Safe and Drug Free Schools
- The coordinator assured the components of the project were in place to include programmatic and fiscal components
- A major duty was to report outcomes-based reports based on acquired data
- Mentoring of guidance counselors and collaborating with campus administrators was also a major duty.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
School Counselor
Socorro ISD- Montwood High School
08.2006 - 06.2009
- Duties encompassed working closely with assigned student caseload, school counseling team and campus administrators to ensure academic success and ensure a comprehensive guidance and counseling program was delivered to all students.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
School Counselor
El Paso ISD- Alamo Elementary School
03.2003 - 06.2006
- Duties encompassed the successful delivery of a comprehensive guidance and counseling program for elementary school-aged students by providing character and life skills education, individual and group counseling, campus-wide initiatives, administrative duties as needed
- Campus At-Risk Coordinator.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Enhanced faculty collaboration through regular consultation on classroom management strategies, behavioral interventions, or other support measures needed for student success.
Homeless Program Teacher
Region 19 ESC
06.1997 - 06.2003
- Duties encompassed the monitoring of student academic progress and tutoring in all academic areas, as needed
- Students served were victims of domestic violence Temporarily removed from their homes and school
- Students were provided with educational resources and parents were asked to participate in their child's education.
- Organized extracurricular activities like clubs or field trips to enrich the educational experience for students both in and out of the classroom setting.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Two-Way Dual Language Programs Teacher
Clint ISD Carroll T. Welch Intermediate School
08.2000 - 03.2002
- Duties included the instruction of First and Fourth grade level students with bilingual and monolingual language backgrounds
- Worked in collaboration with a second classroom teacher
- Instruction of all major subjects in two languages was a major duty.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
M.Ed. in Educational Administration -
University of Texas at El Paso
01.2008
Masters in Guidance and Counseling -
Sul Ross State University
01.2003
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Communication Studies -
University of Texas at El Paso
01.1991
Skills
- Psychotherapeutic Approaches
- Crisis Intervention
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Presentation Skills
- Intake Experience
- Meeting Facilitation
- Curriculum Development
- Crisis Management
- Teaching
- Program Development
- Behavior Management
- Case Management
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Organizational Skills
- Classroom Management
- Time management
- Experience with children
- Data collection
- EHR systems
- Autism Experience
- Tutoring
- Conflict Management
- Special Education
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), 05/23/25
- Elementary Bilingual, Early Childhood Teacher Certification, General Education
- School Counselor, Present
- School Administrator, Present
- Texas Teacher Certification, Pk-6, Bilingual Education, Early Childhood
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
American Sign Language
Intermediate (B1)
Accomplishments
- Owned and operated a successful private practice for eight years in El Paso, TX
- Received advanced clinical training in treating children with ADHD and learning disabilities at .UT El Paso
- Presenter at the American Counseling Association National Conference as a grant coordinator for school based counseling programs funded by the U.S. Department of Safe and Drug-Free Schools.
- Collaborated with team of six district and campus based administrators, counselors, therapists to implement project HOPE.
- Ran a summer enrichment program for the school district with management of personnel, students and final outcome reports. with the El Paso Independent School District.
- Trainer of Trainers for the Olweus Anti-Bullying Program and for the successful implementation of the Search Institute's 40 Developmental Assets at a campus and district-wide level.
- Certified Grief Recovery Specialist through The Grief Recovery Institute.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- Former Member and Treasurer for Trans Pecos Counseling Association
- Former Member and Participant in the Texas School Counselor Association
- Former Member of Texas Counselor Association
- Leadership Academy of Future Administrators in the El Paso Independent School District
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsQuote
It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot
Software
EHR Client Information and Management
Interests
Foreign Travel
Nature Walks, Hikes
Motivational Speakers, Writers, Self-Help Books
Movies
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Northeast Counseling Center PLLC
11.2023 - 05.2024
Licensed Professional Counselor
Omni Layne Counseling PLLC
07.2023 - 05.2024
Licensed Professional Counselor
CommuniCare Health Centers
02.2021 - 09.2022
Licensed Professional Counselor/Peer Team Lead Therapist
Alaniz Counseling- San Antonio Counseling & Behavioral Ctr
03.2016 - 12.2023
Summer School Coordinator
El Paso ISD- Aoy Elementary School
06.2015 - 08.2015
School Counselor
El Paso ISD- Aoy Elementary School
10.2013 - 03.2016
District Counselor
Socorro ISD Department of Guidance & Counseling
08.2009 - 06.2013
Project Coordinator
Socorro ISD Department of Guidance & Counseling
08.2009 - 05.2012
Licensed Professional Counselor
George Ayala, Private Practice LPC Counseling Services
11.2008 - 03.2016
School Counselor
Socorro ISD- Montwood High School
08.2006 - 06.2009
School Counselor
El Paso ISD- Alamo Elementary School
03.2003 - 06.2006
Two-Way Dual Language Programs Teacher
Clint ISD Carroll T. Welch Intermediate School
08.2000 - 03.2002
Homeless Program Teacher
Region 19 ESC
06.1997 - 06.2003
M.Ed. in Educational Administration -
University of Texas at El Paso
Masters in Guidance and Counseling -
Sul Ross State University
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Communication Studies -
University of Texas at El Paso
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