John Owen
Leland,North Carolina
Summary
Dedicated Counseling Intern at Coastal Horizons Center, skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. Proven track record in leading group therapy sessions that enhanced coping skills among diverse clients. Committed to ethical practices and promoting multicultural competence, with the goal of advancing client well-being in a clinical environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counseling Practicum/Student Intern
Coastal Horizons Center
Wilmington, North Carolina
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions under the supervision of a licensed clinical mental health counselor and licensed clinical addiction specialist
- Assisted the supervising counselor in the development of individual client treatment plans
- Focus on substance misuse counseling in a diverse client base
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
- Conducted group therapy sessions focused on problem-solving techniques and coping skills.
- Counseled clients or patients individually or in group sessions to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life or making changes.
Physical Therapy Technician
EmergeOrtho
Shallotte, NC
06.2018 - 07.2023
- Assisted in the implementation of therapeutic goals post-operatively.
- Executed therapeutic exercises for non-surgical and surgical patients.
- Handled patient billing responsibilities efficiently on a daily basis.
- Helped with insurance issues and eligibility for Medicare patients.
- Operated our VASO machine for post-exercise.
- Coordinated thorough tracking for all inventories within office spaces and gym areas.
- Monitored and recorded patients' progress in response to therapy.
- Assisted patients during physical therapy procedures to restore function and reduce pain.
- Helped with basic clinical needs and responded to patient requests.
Clinical Aide
Wake Med
Raleigh, NC
03.2014 - 05.2017
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve patient care at an inpatient rehabilitation facility.
- Facilitated rehabilitation activities for therapy sessions.
- Prepared equipment for patients undergoing therapeutic exercises.
- Completed routine documentation and patient details.
- Directed modifications to patient appointments.
- Supported execution of Modified Barium Swallows for Speech Therapy patients.
- Tracked patients' condition and communicated changes to medical staff.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
Office Manager/Personal Trainer
Anytime Fitness
Wake Forest, North Carolina
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Conducted sessions focused on improving member fitness and athletic performance.
- Conducted facility tours for prospective members.
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Coached and encouraged participants during exercises and routines.
- Studied multiple programs to provide health education, wellness and fitness program development to clients.
- Resolved member and guest complaints or notified supervisor for solutions.
- Assessed needs of participants and developed class exercises to address expectations.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Cardinal Gibbons High School
Raleigh, North Carolina
01.2012 - 05.2013
- Directed training sessions for football, softball and lacrosse teams.
- Created targeted strength conditioning plan for athletes.
- Contributed to creating a comprehensive 20-week training program for Varsity Football.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Performed corrective exercises to improve mobility, stability, balance, flexibility, posture.
Intern
Health Fitness Corp. at IBM Fitness and Recreation Center
Morrisville, North Carolina
10.2012 - 12.2012
- Led organization of large-scale incentive initiative for 500 employees.
- Conducted group fitness sessions.
- Designed and implemented customized workout plans for clients.
- Designed personalized workout routines based on individual's age, gender, body type, medical history.
- Created inviting fitness spaces that welcomed and included people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and orientations.
Intern
East Carolina University Athletics
Greenville, NC
08.2012 - 10.2012
- Oversaw all aspects of athletic conditioning for a collegiate level men's cheer program.
- Oversaw exercise routines for football, soccer, basketball, baseball, swimming and tennis athletes.
- Gained insights from working alongside Master Strength Coach, Jeff Connors.
- Observed key players and reported back to support recruitment.
- Created and managed training programs dedicated to optimizing strength, speed and endurance of every athlete.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling Education
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Fitness Specialist
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12.2012
Skills
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Substance misuse counseling
- Client assessment
- Group therapy facilitation
- Patient documentation
- Team collaboration
- Suicide risk assessment
- Multicultural competence
- Motivational interviewing
- Psychopharmacology
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Interpersonal communication
- Team building
- Multitasking capacity
Affiliations
The National Academy of Sports Medicine
Certification
- NASM Certified Performance Enhancement Specialist
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Counseling Practicum/Student Intern
Coastal Horizons Center
01.2024 - Current
Physical Therapy Technician
EmergeOrtho
06.2018 - 07.2023
Clinical Aide
Wake Med
03.2014 - 05.2017
Office Manager/Personal Trainer
Anytime Fitness
10.2012 - 01.2014
Intern
Health Fitness Corp. at IBM Fitness and Recreation Center
10.2012 - 12.2012
Intern
East Carolina University Athletics
08.2012 - 10.2012
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Cardinal Gibbons High School
01.2012 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Counseling Education
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Health Fitness Specialist
East Carolina University
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