Heather Sayre
Frisco,TX
Summary
Seasoned Adjunct Instructor and Therapist with background in planning, developing, and implementing curriculum that fulfills academic standards. Brings strong skills in classroom management, course coordination, and student engagement. Demonstrates capacity to impact learning through innovative teaching methods. Known for commitment to fostering inclusive and positive learning environments. Well versed in several modalities of treatment for clients. Extensive experience working with individuals, families and couples to provide a therapeutic environment conducive to growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist Intern
Terrell Counseling
Denton, TX
08.2012 - 02.2014
- Assisted in facilitating group psychotherapy sessions focusing on various issues such as trauma or substance abuse.
- Educated patients on available community resources that may be beneficial for their recovery process.
- Assisted in developing treatment plans for clients based on individual needs.
- Maintained progress notes and documentation for patient health records.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Provided supportive counseling services to individuals, couples, families, and groups.
- Managed caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches.
- Completed Psychological Evaluations for clients
Therapist Intern
The Excel Center
Lewisville , TX
09.2012 - 10.2013
- Assisted in facilitating group psychotherapy sessions focusing on various issues such as trauma or substance abuse.
- Greeted patients and provided them with necessary paperwork to complete.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure successful outcomes for clients.
- Evaluated substance use disorders and related mental health issues.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all sessions, including progress notes, intake forms, discharge summaries.
- Facilitated psycho-educational workshops related to mental health topics.
- Participated in weekly case reviews and clinical supervision meetings.
Corporate Training Coordinator
Brookhaven College
Dallas, TX
09.2004 - 05.2008
- Negotiated contracts with clients for desired training outcomes, fees or expenses.
- Worked collaboratively across departments and with various stakeholders to deliver comprehensive, effective training sessions.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive training programs to meet organizational needs.
- Mentored and onboarded new staff members to establish top client satisfaction.
- Participated in community outreach to market corporate training courses.
- Supervised, coordinated, and scheduled all instructors, and managed client relations.
- Managed training calendars to inform participants of upcoming training session topics and dates.
Adjunct Instructor
Brookhaven College
Dallas, TX
09.2000 - 05.2008
- Taught and planned English as a Second Language courses for Level 0 through Level 8, Pronunciation/Conversation courses, and GED courses.
- Sourced appropriate course materials to support variety of student learning needs and styles and deliver content in relevant, distinctive ways.
- Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members to promote positive and welcoming learning environment.
- Provided student feedback regarding areas in need of improvement and provided additional learning resources.
- Assisted with scheduling and forecasting classes.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling And Development
Texas Womans Univeristy
Denton05-2012
Skills
- Individualized support
- Learning management interfaces
- Student performance evaluation
- Lesson development
- Academic advisement
- Faculty communication
Certification
- Certified Licensed Professional Counselor
- Teacher Certification for Life in Texas for Pre-Kindergarten through Sixth Grade
Timeline
Therapist Intern
The Excel Center
09.2012 - 10.2013
Therapist Intern
Terrell Counseling
08.2012 - 02.2014
Corporate Training Coordinator
Brookhaven College
09.2004 - 05.2008
Adjunct Instructor
Brookhaven College
09.2000 - 05.2008
Master of Science - Counseling And Development
Texas Womans Univeristy