Isabela Arnaiz Valladolid
San Diego, CA,United States
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre- and Post-Surgical Counseling Intern
LIMARP
Tijuana , Mexico
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted patient consultations pre- and post-surgery to discuss emotional preparedness, body image concerns, and relationships with food.
- Supported patients in setting realistic goals for post-surgical lifestyle changes, including mental and physical health adjustments.
- Assisted in creating personalized care plans alongside the therapist to address individual challenges and promote long-term success.
- Documented patient insights and progress to aid in follow-up sessions and multidisciplinary care coordination.
- Researched best practices for psychological support in bariatric surgery to enhance patient outcomes.
- Provided empathetic listening and guidance to foster a supportive and non-judgmental environment for patients.
Child and Youth Worker
Casa Eudes
Tijuana , Mexico
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Aided therapists in facilitating group and individual sessions for girls from trauma-affected backgrounds.
- Built trusting relationships through play-based interventions and co-regulation strategies to reduce anxiety and foster resilience.
- Provided one-on-one support to children lacking parental presence, often acting as a consistent, nurturing figure.
- Facilitated therapeutic activities focused on emotional literacy, self-expression, and coping skills.
- Facilitated tracking of emotional progress through effective communication.
- Instructed girls in English.
Event Coordinator
Dance Ability Mexico
Tijuana , Mexico
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated showcase payments and managed event schedules to ensure seamless execution.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and handled payment tracking for sponsorships.
- Managed finances and secured sponsorships to fund therapy sessions for children with disabilities, promoting inclusivity through dance.
- Supported children during showcases, fostering confidence and active participation.
- Assisted therapists with addressing children's emotional, developmental, and cognitive needs.
- Choreographed dances for therapeutic sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Academy of Our Lady of Peace
San Diego, CA06-2021
Study Abroad Experience -
Le Chatelard Academy
Montreux, Switzerland 06-2020
Skills
- Patient intake
- Counseling techniques
- Case notes
- Treatment plan development
- Residential treatment
- Family and patient education
- Mediation
- Individualized counseling
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Pre- and Post-Surgical Counseling Intern
LIMARP
06.2024 - 07.2024
Child and Youth Worker
Casa Eudes
06.2023 - 08.2023
Event Coordinator
Dance Ability Mexico
05.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Loyola Marymount University
High School Diploma -
Academy of Our Lady of Peace
Study Abroad Experience -
Le Chatelard Academy