Haley Pruett
Kailua
Summary
Master’s-level Clinical Mental Health Counseling candidate in the final year of graduate school with experience providing individualized counseling to diverse client populations. Skilled in active listening, empathetic communication, and building strong therapeutic relationships that promote trust, resilience, and client autonomy. Experienced in working with veterans, active duty service members, and their dependents including adolescents and children. Knowledgeable in evidence based interventions and trauma informed, strengths based approaches, and committed to ethical practice, continued professional development, and supporting holistic client well being and growth.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Counseling Intern
National Center for Psychological Services
2025.09 - Current
- Provided individual counseling services to diverse clients under clinical supervision
- Built therapeutic rapport through active listening, empathy, and unconditional positive regard
- Conducted intake interviews and gathered biopsychosocial histories
- Assisted in case conceptualization and development of individualized treatment plans
- Applied evidence based interventions including cognitive behavioral and person centered techniques
- Supported clients in developing coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and problem solving skills
- Conducted basic risk assessments and participated in safety planning when appropriate
- Maintained timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with ethical and legal standards
- Collaborated with supervisors to support client care
- Demonstrated cultural humility and sensitivity when working with veterans, service members, and their families including adolescents and children
- Engaged in ongoing self reflection, supervision, and professional development
Executive Assistant
Paul Reilly - MidStrong
2023.10 - Current
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling, and high-volume communications with professionalism and discretion
- Coordinated meetings, events, and travel logistics while maintaining attention to detail and organization
- Served as a primary point of contact for clients
- Maintained confidential records and sensitive information with integrity and sound judgment
- Streamlined administrative systems to improve efficiency and workflow
- Assisted with project management, tracking deadlines and deliverables across multiple initiatives
- Supported marketing and social media efforts, including content creation and audience engagement
- Provided client-facing support with strong interpersonal communication skills
Intern
National Alliance on Mental Illness NAMI
2025.09 - 2026
- Developed a comprehensive mental health crisis navigation guide to support families in accessing appropriate care and community resources
- Researched state specific mental health laws, emergency procedures, and involuntary treatment processes to ensure accurate and practical information
- Analyzed and tracked mental health related legislation to monitor policy changes impacting individuals and families
- Synthesized complex legal and clinical information into clear, accessible language for public use
- Collaborated with community stakeholders and professionals to verify resources and procedural accuracy
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY2026-08
Bachelor of Arts - Fitness And Wellness
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO2022-12
Skills
- Individual counseling and client support
- Therapeutic rapport building and alliance development
- Active listening and empathetic communication
- Trauma-informed and strengths-based care
- Adult, adolescent, and child counseling support
- Case conceptualization and treatment planning
- Basic risk assessment and safety planning
- Psychoeducation and coping skills development
- Ethical decision-making and professional boundaries
- Collaboration with supervisors and interdisciplinary teams
- Clinical documentation and progress note writing
- Client advocacy and resource referral
Timeline
Clinical Counseling Intern
National Center for Psychological Services
2025.09 - Current
Intern
National Alliance on Mental Illness NAMI
2025.09 - 2026
Executive Assistant
Paul Reilly - MidStrong
2023.10 - Current
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts - Fitness And Wellness
Lindenwood University