Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
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Holly Edmonds

San Pedro,CA
Holly Edmonds

Summary

Professional therapist with strong experience in providing compassionate care and effective treatment plans. Skilled in crisis intervention, mental health assessment, and therapeutic techniques. Known for team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, empathetic, and well-versed in family dynamics and counseling strategies.

Personable and empathetic individual with strong foundation in psychological principles and counseling methodologies. Understanding of family dynamics and communication patterns, coupled with skills in conflict resolution and active listening. Committed to fostering positive change and emotional well-being within clients.

Overview

10
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Turning Point Center for Families

Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
01.2014 - 12.2014

Job overview

  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and enhance clinical skills.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for clients to share experiences and learn from one another.
  • Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for clients, resulting in more effective therapy outcomes.
  • Evaluated therapy outcomes regularly, refining treatment plans as needed to ensure continued progress towards clients'' goals.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs, informing the development of tailored therapeutic interventions.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, ensuring accurate records for future reference and continuity of care.
  • Established rapport with diverse clientele by demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adapting therapeutic approaches accordingly.
  • Improved client relationships by actively listening and providing empathetic support during sessions.

Laguna Beach Presbyterian Preschool

Preschool Teaching Assistant
06.2005 - 06.2007

Job overview

  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
  • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
  • Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Promoted early literacy skills by incorporating daily reading time and introducing age-appropriate literature to the classroom library.
  • Enhanced preschoolers'' social skills by implementing group activities and cooperative learning techniques.

Education

Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA

Early Childhood Certification from Early Childhood Development

University Overview

  • Relevant Coursework: CHILD, FAMILY, AND COMMUNITY, PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF TEACHING YOUNG CHILDREN, CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT, OBSERVATION AND ASSESSMENT

California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology

University Overview

Hope International University
Fullerton, CA

Master of Arts from Marriage And Family Therapy

University Overview

  • Relevant Coursework: Substance Abuse, Addiction, and the Family, Child Abuse Detection, Intervention and Treatment , Disaster, Trauma and Abuse Response, Interpersonal Communication and Therapeutic Qualities, Multicultural Perspectives in Counseling, Theories of Marriage and Family Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Assessment, Group Therapy

Skills

  • Mental health assessment and diagnosis
  • Active listening
  • Excellent communication
  • Clinical documentation
  • Biopsychosocial assessments
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Client relationship management
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Certification (EMDR) - EMDR International Association.

Interests

  • Helping others and giving back to the community
  • Kayaking
  • Designing and Building Websites
  • Photography
  • Reading

Timeline

Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
Turning Point Center for Families
01.2014 - 12.2014
Preschool Teaching Assistant
Laguna Beach Presbyterian Preschool
06.2005 - 06.2007
Saddleback College
Early Childhood Certification from Early Childhood Development
California State University, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
Hope International University
Master of Arts from Marriage And Family Therapy

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