Professional and compassionate therapist with 7+ years of experience providing counseling/therapeutic services to youth and families. Motivated to empower clients through development of healthy communication skills and coping strategies. Frequently praised as diligent and compassionate by my peers, clients, and families that I serve.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)
Valley Community Counseling Services
08.2022 - Current
Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
Delivered therapeutic services from ages 5 years old to 21 years old, in addition to family support.
Countered problematic behavior with healthy alternatives to enhance mental, emotional and physical wellness and increase energy.
Performed individual and group psychotherapy and conducted teletherapy sessions to help clients pinpoint emotions underlying personal and relational conflicts.
Asked questions to help clients identify feelings and behaviors.
Demonstrates respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
School Based Counselor
Valley Community Counseling Services
10.2021 - 08.2022
Provided school based services for grades 9th-12th (e.g., individual, group, classroom presentation's).
Provided and assisted administration with conflict mediation.
Responsible for collecting and completing statistical information, case files, program forms, and providing appropriate documentation per program requirements and agency needs.
Worked collaboratively and effectively with school administration, teachers, and staff.
Provided student's and family's with appropriate referrals for continued support and/or a higher level of care.
Responsible for completing contracted hours as assigned.
Developed and maintained a close working relationship with school Safety Officers, school Foster Youth Advocate, and county Juvenile Probation Department.
Handled crises that arise with students on campus and through remote services. Follows agency and school protocol when situations occur.
Conducts home visits with the school Safety officer, or with a School Administrator when necessary.
Participated in school events which built rapport between school-based counselor, students, school staff, and community.
Student Assistance Specialist
Center For Human Services - CHS
07.2016 - 06.2021
Please refer to the job experience above when I worked as a School-Based Counselor. Each School-Based positions required and involved the same responsibilities and duties.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology | AMFT (136710) | APCC (Pending)
Brandman University
Irvine, CA
08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Brandman University
Irvine, CA
06.2016
Skills
Complex Problem-Solving
Clinical Interventions
HIPAA Requirements
Active/Empathetic Listener
Critical Thinking
Crisis Situations
Deescalation
Therapist Collaboration
Compassionate
Professional Development (ie, TF-CBT, DBT, Grief Weaving, Cultural Competency, etc)
The little things that I enjoy
Sharing my time with my wife, family, and friends
Grilling
Landscaping and Gardening
Organizing
Morning/Evening walks
Lifting weights
Cooking
Timeline
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)
Valley Community Counseling Services
08.2022 - Current
School Based Counselor
Valley Community Counseling Services
10.2021 - 08.2022
Student Assistance Specialist
Center For Human Services - CHS
07.2016 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Psychology | AMFT (136710) | APCC (Pending)
Brandman University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Brandman University
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