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Gina Foster

Abilene

Summary

Compassionate graduate counseling intern with experience providing emotional and educational support to diverse groups. Strong in active listening, problem-solving, and empathetic communication. Implementing effective counseling strategies to promote individual growth and well-being. Devoted to building relationships, implementing community services, and managing client caseloads. Skilled in developing treatment plans and conducting thorough patient assessments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Counseling Intern

Mosaic Wellness
06.2024 - 05.2025
  • Observed experienced counselors conducting intake assessments with clients.
  • Assisted in providing individual and group therapy sessions to clients.
  • Conducted intakes to gather information on client's presenting issues.
  • Collaborated with mental health professionals to ensure quality care of clients.
  • Developed therapeutic treatment plans and progress notes for clients.
  • Parenting on Two Feet, a 4-hour class that teaches parenting skills. The class is a state requirement for divorced parents.
  • Understanding My Anger: Transforming My Life class. Participants will build preventive skills to empower them to manage emotions. The class is a requirement for parolees.
  • Club Courage is a 6-week support group for grade K-12 who experienced los through death,separation, incarceration, or deployment.

Senior Vendor Audit Recovery Specialist

BCBS of Texas
05.2003 - 09.2024
  • Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
  • Provided detailed documentation on audit findings.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by performing regular audits and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
  • Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
  • Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Education

Masters of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX
12-1999

Skills

  • Client advocacy
  • Psychoeducation
  • Patient intake, assessments, and treatment goals
  • Clinical records maintenance
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Graduate Counseling Intern

Mosaic Wellness
06.2024 - 05.2025

Senior Vendor Audit Recovery Specialist

BCBS of Texas
05.2003 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Angelo State University

Masters of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Lamar University
Gina Foster