Jessina Tom
Houston,United States
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor with 3+ years of experience providing comprehensive mental health services. Adept at developing personalized treatment plans using evidence-based techniques like CBT and play therapy. Committed to fostering self-awareness, emotional regulation, and improved communication skills in clients, while maintaining ethical and confidential records.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Bonnie Mondragon Counseling, PLLC
Houston
2024.01 - Current
- Provide counseling services to clients with mental health issues, focusing on enhancing coping skills and communication
- Develop personalized treatment plans that achieve measurable improvements in client well-being
- Utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and play therapy techniques to foster self-awareness and emotional regulation
- Maintain confidential client records to ensure compliance with ethical standards
- Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with counseling best practices
- Cultivate a trusting and safe environment that empowers clients to explore and address their mental health concerns
- Conduct thorough assessments to identify client needs and tailor personalized treatment plans, achieving measurable improvements in client well-being.
Student Counselor
Harmony School of Technology
Houston
2021.07 - Current
- Sole counselor for 750+ students and 75 staff, managing 12 cases daily, ensuring comprehensive support
- Implemented intervention strategies, reducing incidents of self-harm and suicidal ideation
- Identified and supported students experiencing abuse, coordinating with CPS when needed
- Led a team to develop early identification strategies for at-risk students and effectively educated staff
- Conducted workshops for staff, enhancing their ability to navigate daily challenges and support students
- Coordinated with teachers and parents to create individualized support plans, improving student outcomes by enhancing communication and collaboration
- Provided crisis intervention and support for students, ensuring timely assistance and reducing crisis incidents by 15%
- Utilized data analytics to identify trends in student behavior, enabling early intervention and reducing disciplinary actions by 8%
- Identified challenges for new students adjusting to school
- Developed an extracurricular program fostering interaction and bonding, enhancing school culture and peer support
- Organized workshops for parents on critical topics including human trafficking, preteen anxiety, and internet safety
- Implemented initiatives to destigmatize mental health therapy, effectively increasing student participation in counseling services by X% year-over-year.
Counseling Intern
Whitehouse Independent School District
Whitehouse , Texas
2020.08 - 2021.04
- Delivered therapeutic services, conducted intake sessions, and provided community referrals
- Maintained accurate records to enhance service continuity and achieved measurable mental health improvements.
Practicum
Counseling Training Clinic - The University of Texas at Tyler
Tyler , TX
2020.01 - 2020.03
- Collaborated to enhance client support and satisfaction, applying counseling techniques to improve outcomes
- Successfully transitioned clients from in-person to online counseling sessions during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring continuity of care and adapting to remote service delivery.
Volunteer
Catholic Charities: Counseling Office
Houston , TX
2018.02 - 2018.08
- Managed front desk operations, including client greeting, counselor notifications, play therapy room organization, and paperwork filing for eight counselors with high client caseloads.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The University of Texas
2021-05
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Biology
University of Houston
2018-05
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Computer proficiency
- Crisis Intervention
- Individual and group counseling
- Active listening and empathy
- Customer Service
- Assessment
- Team building
Certification
Trauma and Grief Component Therapy for Adolescent
The Trauma and Grief Center at the Hackett Center for Mental Health 2024
Cyber Safety and Human Trafficking Awareness
CrimeStopper 2024
Teen Dating Safety/Violence and Sexual Misconduct
CrimeStopper 2024
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Bonnie Mondragon Counseling, PLLC
2024.01 - Current
Student Counselor
Harmony School of Technology
2021.07 - Current
Counseling Intern
Whitehouse Independent School District
2020.08 - 2021.04
Practicum
Counseling Training Clinic - The University of Texas at Tyler
2020.01 - 2020.03
Volunteer
Catholic Charities: Counseling Office
2018.02 - 2018.08
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The University of Texas
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Biology
University of Houston
Trauma and Grief Component Therapy for Adolescent
The Trauma and Grief Center at the Hackett Center for Mental Health 2024
Cyber Safety and Human Trafficking Awareness
CrimeStopper 2024
Teen Dating Safety/Violence and Sexual Misconduct
CrimeStopper 2024
Similar Profiles
Anna MurphyAnna Murphy
Counselor and Business Owner at Sandy Days Counseling, PLLCCounselor and Business Owner at Sandy Days Counseling, PLLC
Alison MorogielloAlison Morogiello
Licensed Therapist & Clinical Supervisor at Morogiello Counseling & Wellness, PLLCLicensed Therapist & Clinical Supervisor at Morogiello Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
ALLEN MCCLUREALLEN MCCLURE
Case Manager Intern at Warrior Strong Counseling PLLCCase Manager Intern at Warrior Strong Counseling PLLC