GERLANE CARDOSO
Marlborough,MA
Summary
Experienced Counselor exercising competency in broad subject-matter counseling therapies, including substance abuse, depression, self-harm, parental separation, low self-esteem, suicidal tendencies, grief and domestic violence. Knowledgeable in youth and adolescent development, including social, behavioral, emotional and cognitive areas.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Psychologist
CLINICA DE PSICOLOGIA NEUROFEEDBACK LTDA
JOAO PESSOA, PB - BRAZIL
09.2010 - 08.2021
- Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
- Conducted psychological assessments for adults and children to help address variety of clinical concerns.
- Formulated comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plans to facilitate and optimize follow-u by Psychiatrist by conducting thorough clinical interviews.
- Treated various anxiety disorders, depression, self-injury, binge eating, drugs abuse and child abuse.
- Scheduled, organized and delivered comprehensive presentations on effective treatment of depression, anxiety, anger and cognitive-behavioral skills to manage negative emotions.
- Identified indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior indicating suicidal thoughts.
- Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
- Offered perspective on effectiveness of treatments concerning conditions such as internet gaming disorder, depression, anxiety and drugs abuse.
School Psychologist
Escola Vida Ativa
JOAO PESSOA, PB-BRAZIL
08.2010 - 01.2014
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and mental health needs.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Collaborated with social workers to help students grow in social and emotional capacities.
- Lead staff and faculty training and development to support program objectives.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- I conducted group and individual counseling sessions on key issues such as: bullying, substance abuse prevention, sexual abuse, self-injury, depression, parental divorce and low self-esteem.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Collaborated with teachers to define therapy objectives and analyze progress.
Education
Master Degree - Clinical Mental Health
Institut De Neurociencies I Salut Mental - Univers
Barcelona Spain10.2008
Bachelor's - Psychology
Unipe Centro Universitario De Joao Pessoa
PB - BRAZIL06.1999
Skills
- Group counseling
- Alcohol and substance abuse
- Emotional Disorders and Emotional support
- Mediation and crisis intervention
Certification
HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL
2008 – Bipolar Disorder: From Childhood to Adult
2008 – Treating the Addictions
2008 – Mental Health Sequelae of Extreme Violence
2008 – St. John’s-Wort & Depression: What’s the Evidence?
CONNECTION BRAZIL
2008 – Speaker the course: Child Sexual Abuse
WAYSIDE – YOUTH & FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK
2004 - Helping children cope with loss: From risk to resilience
2004 – Problems and Solutions in Diagnostic Interviewing
2005 – Child Abuse Across Cultures
JANE DOE INC. VOICES FOR CHANGE – The Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
2005 – Services for Latina Survivors: Increasing Access, Improving Capacity
2005 – Untold Stories, Unmet Needs: Meeting the Needs of Survivors with Disabilities, A Train the Trainers Workshop
LECTURER CERTIFICATION
Medical Education Course- Regional Council of Medicine
-What Pediatricians Need to Know How Games Can Affect the Health of Children and Adolescents-2018
-The misuse of cellphone and tablet - 2017
Volunteer Experience
Hotline Counseling
Wayside – Youth & Family Support Network Rape Crisis Program – Milford – MA March 2004-2005
Hotline counseling, emergency medical advocacy
Supportive counseling and referrals to appropriate agencies and services
1870 hours including a 37.5-hour training.
Counseling to survivors of sexual assault
Rape Crisis Center -Llámos y Hablemos - Worcester – MA
2005 - 2006
Provided crises intervention for individuals impacted by Sexual Assault
Individual counseling to survivors of sexual assault
Timeline
Clinical Psychologist
CLINICA DE PSICOLOGIA NEUROFEEDBACK LTDA
09.2010 - 08.2021
School Psychologist
Escola Vida Ativa
08.2010 - 01.2014
Master Degree - Clinical Mental Health
Institut De Neurociencies I Salut Mental - Univers
Bachelor's - Psychology
Unipe Centro Universitario De Joao Pessoa
HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL
2008 – Bipolar Disorder: From Childhood to Adult
2008 – Treating the Addictions
2008 – Mental Health Sequelae of Extreme Violence
2008 – St. John’s-Wort & Depression: What’s the Evidence?
CONNECTION BRAZIL
2008 – Speaker the course: Child Sexual Abuse
WAYSIDE – YOUTH & FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK
2004 - Helping children cope with loss: From risk to resilience
2004 – Problems and Solutions in Diagnostic Interviewing
2005 – Child Abuse Across Cultures
JANE DOE INC. VOICES FOR CHANGE – The Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
2005 – Services for Latina Survivors: Increasing Access, Improving Capacity
2005 – Untold Stories, Unmet Needs: Meeting the Needs of Survivors with Disabilities, A Train the Trainers Workshop
LECTURER CERTIFICATION
Medical Education Course- Regional Council of Medicine
-What Pediatricians Need to Know How Games Can Affect the Health of Children and Adolescents-2018
-The misuse of cellphone and tablet - 2017
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