K I Y A N A D U N S T O N
Englewood,NJ
Summary
Passionate UX/UI designer and behavioral researcher with a strong foundation in psychology, user experience, and clinical mental health work. Skilled in user research, accessibility, therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, and translating human behavior insights into purposeful, user-centered design solutions.
Compassionate behavioral health professional with comprehensive knowledge of social service programs and community resources. Skilled at identifying needs and developing effective plans of action to provide intervention and assistance. Possesses strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Case Manager / Group Facilitator / CADC-Intern
North Jersey Recovery Center
05.2024 - Current
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, clinical intakes, and risk evaluations.
- Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational groups using evidence-based modalities.
- Co-facilitate individual counseling under CADC supervision.
- Develop and update individualized treatment plans and aftercare goals.
- Provide case management, resource coordination, and crisis intervention.
- Maintain accurate EHR documentation and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
UX/UI Research & Design Student
Columbia University
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Completed project-based bootcamp in user experience research and design.
- Conducted interviews, surveys, and usability studies.
- Created wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups using Figma and Sketch.
- Presented research and design solutions to stakeholders.
EAP Guidance Consultant
ComPsych
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided remote behavioral health support for diverse global clients.
- Conducted clinical intakes, safety assessments, and referrals.
- Delivered crisis stabilization for at-risk clients.
- Maintained structured case documentation.
Mental Health/Substance Abuse Counselor
Vantage Health System
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Facilitated individual, group, and family therapy.
- Managed a caseload of 25+ clients and developed treatment plans.
- Provided telehealth services and coordinated care resources.
Education
Certificate - UX/UI Design
Columbia University
11.2023
M.A. - Psychology
Montclair State University
Montclair12.2020
M.A. - Psychology
Hampton University
Hampton, VAB.A. - Psychology
Hampton University
Hampton, IA05.2014
Skills
- UX/UI: User Research
- Usability Testing
- Prototyping
- Wireframing
- Interaction Design
- Figma
- Sketch
- Research: Behavioral Analysis
- Qual & Quant Methods
- Data Interpretation
- SPSS
- R
- Clinical: Assessment
- Group Facilitation
- Case Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Treatment Planning
- General: Communication
- Collaboration
- Documentation
- User-Centered Problem-Solving
Certification
UX/UI Engineering
ADDITIONAL
- Volunteer: Provides pro bono counseling and behavioral support in community settings.
- Technical Tools: Figma
- Sketch
- Adobe Suite
- SPSS
- R
- HTML/CSS
- Jira
- SQL
Timeline
Clinical Case Manager / Group Facilitator / CADC-Intern
North Jersey Recovery Center
05.2024 - Current
UX/UI Research & Design Student
Columbia University
06.2023 - 11.2023
EAP Guidance Consultant
ComPsych
11.2021 - 11.2023
Mental Health/Substance Abuse Counselor
Vantage Health System
08.2018 - 06.2021
Certificate - UX/UI Design
Columbia University
M.A. - Psychology
Montclair State University
M.A. - Psychology
Hampton University
B.A. - Psychology
Hampton University