Diligent counseling intern with solid foundation in counseling practices and client relationships. Successfully supported individuals through various challenges, demonstrating empathy and effective communication. Proven ability to apply therapeutic techniques and maintain confidentiality while building trust and rapport.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Foothills School of Arts and Science
01.2024 - 07.2024
Supported school lead social-emotional education and regulation for students attending pre-kindergarten through 7th grade.
Followed Foothills School of Arts and Science’s Reggio Emilia approach to provide students creative means to facilitate relational growth, understanding of their community, and strengthen problem solving skills, self-advocacy, and emotional intelligence.
Facilitated classroom management, promoting a productive and inclusive learning environment.
Assisted in curriculum development for summer camps aligning learning objectives with educational standards.
Intervention Specialist
Trellis ABA Therapy
08.2022 - 01.2024
Provided 20-30 hours of compassionate one-on-one in home and community based behavioral interventions for clients ranging from 3 – 16 years of age with developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorder.
Conducted research for and presented to Trellis ABA Therapy staff to support and improve high quality, client centered therapy which maintains client dignity and industry ethical standards.
Trained and mentored new staff on therapeutic techniques and organizational protocols.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate client progress and adjust strategies accordingly.
Advocated for client needs within the community to promote access to resources and services.
Empowered clients by teaching self-advocacy skills and promoting independence within the classroom setting.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Caravel Autism Health
06.2021 - 05.2022
Provided 25-30 hours of one-on-one behavioral therapy across 6 clients with varying expressions of autism spectrum disorder.
Taught functional communication for social and academic settings and anxiety reducing responses for clients to use when overstimulated.
Implemented de-escalation protocols when clients aggressed towards peers or other adults and facilitated self regulation skill development.
Monitored and documented client progress, ensuring adherence to therapeutic goals.
Research Assistant
Boise State University
09.2021 - 12.2021
Performed bivariate Pearson correlation analyses on age (6 variables) and skill levels (9 variables) for lateralization of hand use for a paper accepted at the 23rd Biennial Meeting of the International Society for Infant Studies; Ottawa, Canada; July 2022.
Conducted literature reviews to support research objectives and identify gaps in existing studies.
Guest Lecturer
Pratt Institute
01.2017 - 05.2017
Lead two specialized topic seminar lectures on Western Mortuary Theory to 50+ graduate school students
Discussed origins of death rituals and culture in the U.K. and how it affected Western cultural behavior in death ceremonies leading to practices and attitudes surrounding death today
Analyzed excavated and in situ material culture such as cemetery monuments, mourning attire, war monuments, and burial patterns
Moderated discourse between students of different backgrounds to support respectful debate on controversial topics including death of disenfranchised or marginalized individuals and social welfare
Guest Lecturer
Pratt Institute
09.2014 - 05.2015
Lectured two classes of 40+ students on Foucault theory and the practical uses of philosophical theory in anthropological studies through inter-disciplinarian approaches
Facilitated in depth discussions with Foucault’s Discipline and Punish, demonstrated applications of social theory to archaeological material
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Antioch University New England
Keene, NH
10.2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Boise State University
Boise, ID
10.2021
Master of Arts - Human Osteoarchaeology
University College Cork
Cork, Republic of Ireland
03.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Pace University
New York, NY
10.2012
Skills
Positive attitude
Computer skills
Relationship building
Calm and patient demeanor
Trauma-informed care
Problem-solving abilities
Multicultural counseling
Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
Certified in Trauma Counseling, Antioch University
Languages
English
French
Interests
I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities with my dogs including trail running and hiking
I enjoy experimenting with different creative mediums, like floral design, cooking, and multimedia sculpture to expand skills and engage in somatic regulation
Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Foothills School of Arts and Science
01.2024 - 07.2024
Intervention Specialist
Trellis ABA Therapy
08.2022 - 01.2024
Research Assistant
Boise State University
09.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Behavioral Technician
Caravel Autism Health
06.2021 - 05.2022
Guest Lecturer
Pratt Institute
01.2017 - 05.2017
Guest Lecturer
Pratt Institute
09.2014 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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