Karen Castillo

Pembroke Pines,FL

Summary

High-achieving Psychology student (3.9 GPA) and 7+ years of supervised experience in ABA-informed intervention, crisis de-escalation, and multidisciplinary care coordination. Specialized in autism spectrum disorder and family systems, preparing for doctoral training in clinical psychology with a commitment to ethical, evidence-based neurodevelopmental and family-centered care and data-driven practice.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Care Coordinator & Behavioral Advocate

Family Care Setting

Pembroke Pines, FL

01.2017 - Current

• Implemented individualized ABA-informed behavior intervention plans under BCBA supervision to support skill acquisition.

• Coordinated multidisciplinary care across pediatricians, neurologists, OTs, SLPs, and school-based teams.

• Utilized non-violent crisis intervention and verbal de-escalation strategies during high-intensity behavioral episodes.

• Conducted structured behavioral observations and systematic data collection to guide treatment adjustments.

• Provided bilingual (English/Spanish) advocacy to bridge communication between families and clinical providers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A) - Psychology

Florida International University (FIU)

Miami, FL

04.2026

Associate of Science (A.S) - Histology

Keiser University

Pembroke Pines, FL

Skills

Clinical Knowledge: HIPAA Compliance, Therapeutic Boundaries, Clinical Documentation, ABA Methodology

Technical Proficiency: Microsoft Office, SPSS, Telehealth Platforms

Languages

Spanish

Native or Bilingual

English