Karishma Kharat
San Jose,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated mental health counselor with expertise in providing individual and group counseling services to diverse populations. Proficient in addressing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral issues through evidence-based therapeutic interventions. Skilled in conducting clinical assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. Committed to empowering individuals to foster emotional resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth. Experienced in collaborating with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee
Milpitas Unified School District
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided weekly individual therapy for elementary school children, using child-centered modalities such as Play Therapy, CBT, and Expressive Arts Therapy
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments, including DSM-5 diagnoses, and developed individualized treatment plans for children experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges
- Led group therapy sessions focused on emotional regulation, social skills, and conflict resolution to help children improve peer relationships and self-awareness
- Developed and taught Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons in classrooms, covering topics like emotional recognition, stress management, and building a growth mindset
- Collaborated closely with teachers, parents, and caregivers to create supportive environments for children, promoting emotional well-being at home and in school
- Used a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive approach to support students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring inclusive and equitable care
Human Resource Generalist
Honeywell Technologies
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Managed employee engagement initiatives and organized training programs, leveraging communication and conflict resolution skills that transfer to working with people in therapy
- Designed activities to promote well-being, which laid the foundation for developing therapeutic approaches focused on emotional regulation
Associate Human Resource
Adani Group
07.2012 - 08.2013
- Coordinated satisfaction surveys and organized internal communication efforts, demonstrating organizational and analytical skills applicable in creating structured therapeutic programs for children
Sales Consultant
Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd.
08.2008 - 03.2010
- Developed strong interpersonal skills through customer engagement, which translates to establishing trust and rapport with children and families in therapeutic settings
Education
Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling - therapeutic techniques, child and adolescent development, and mental health counseling
Palo Alto University
Palo Alto, CA07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Fergusson College
12.2009
Skills
- Child & Adolescent Therapy
- Play Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Expressive Arts Therapy
- Family Systems Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Developmental Assessments
- Psychological Assessments
- DSM-5 Diagnosis
- Crisis Intervention & Support
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis Counseling
- Safety Risk Assessments
- School-Based Interventions
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Classroom-Based Interventions
- Group Therapy
- Collaborative Approach
- Family Therapy
- Multidisciplinary Team Coordination
- Culturally Sensitive Practices
- Emotional & Behavioral Regulation
- Conflict Resolution
- Emotional Intelligence
- Self-Advocacy
- Communication & Advocacy
- Parent/Caregiver Collaboration
- Staff Training
- Community Engagement
Affiliations
- American Psychological Association (APA), 2018 – Present
- Chi Sigma Iota – Pi Alpha Chapter, Palo Alto University, 2021 – Present
- Association for Multicultural Counseling & Development (AMCD), 2021 – Present
- Association of Counseling Sexology and Sexual Wellness (ACSSW), 2022 – 2023
Internship
- Diploma in Application of Psychotherapies & Counseling Skills, Dhairayada Institute, 12/31/24
- SHRM-CP, Society of Human Resource Professionals, 2015
- Diploma in Human Resource Management, California State University Online, 2013
- Diploma in Aviation, Travel Management & Hospitality, Frankfinn Institute of Airhostess Training, 2009
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with elementary teachers in the development of Social Emotional therapy groups to help students learn skills to manage stressful situations
Certification
- Foundations in Digital Therapy
- Tele-Mental Health Risk Assessment
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Marathi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee
Milpitas Unified School District
08.2023 - 07.2024
Human Resource Generalist
Honeywell Technologies
01.2016 - 02.2017
Associate Human Resource
Adani Group
07.2012 - 08.2013
Sales Consultant
Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd.
08.2008 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Fergusson College
- Foundations in Digital Therapy
- Tele-Mental Health Risk Assessment
Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling - therapeutic techniques, child and adolescent development, and mental health counseling
Palo Alto University
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