Jamea Morea Thomas
Oakland,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated pre-licensed therapist with a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Saint Mary's College of California. Skilled in providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based approach such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other innovative approaches such as Narrative Therapy, Solution-Brief Focused Therapy, and mindfulness interventions. I have experience with working with adolescents, children, and young adults. Seeking to obtain an Associate Therapist position at a reputable clinic counseling youth and professional growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Counselor Intern
Acalanes Union High School District,
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client well-being by providing emotional support and guidance during challenging times.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for the development of comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Implement evidence-based interventions, such as CBT and mindfulness interventions among other theories like SFBT and Narrative Therapy.
- Conduct intake assessments, interviews, treatment planning, progress notes and termination summaries
- Provided crisis intervention with empathy and professionalism to ensure client safety and stabilization.
Teaching Assistant
Saint Marys College Of California
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Improved overall class participation by implementing group activities and project-based learning.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
- Contributed to the development of new curriculum materials, enhancing the quality of instruction within the department.
Public Health Educator
University Of California, Davis
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Improved community health by creating and implementing targeted educational programs addressing prevalent public health issues.
- Enhanced participant knowledge by developing engaging training materials for public health workshops and seminars.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis, refining strategies to better meet community needs.
- Trained staff members on current trends in public health education, enhancing organizational capacity to address emerging challenges effectively.
Student Success Coach
Peralta Community College District
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Improved student success rates by implementing personalized coaching strategies and goal-setting techniques.
- Enhanced communication between students, faculty, and parents through regular progress reports and meetings.
- Developed strong rapport with students by actively listening to their concerns and needs, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Reduced student attrition rates with early intervention strategies and consistent follow-up on academic progress.
- Collaborated with faculty members to develop tailored academic plans for individual students, leading to improved performance outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, CA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California - Davis
Davis, CA06.2021
Skills
- Grief counseling
- Mental Health Assessment
- Individual Counseling
- Suicide Prevention
- Multicultural Competence
- Psychoeducation Delivery
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Building rapport
- Client Records Management
- Behavior monitoring
- Crisis Intervention
- Client Needs Assessment
Timeline
Support Counselor Intern
Acalanes Union High School District,
08.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Saint Marys College Of California
04.2022 - 08.2023
Public Health Educator
University Of California, Davis
01.2021 - 08.2021
Student Success Coach
Peralta Community College District
08.2015 - 07.2019
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
Saint Mary's College of California
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California - Davis
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