KATE TAKERE
Arlington,TX
Summary
Psychology graduate and Registered Behavior Technician with direct clinical experience providing individualized behavioral intervention to children with autism spectrum disorder. Academic and professional interests include clinical psychology, psychological assessment, mental health, and the relationship between brain functioning and behavior. Seeking graduate training in clinical psychology to strengthen clinical, assessment, and research skills in preparation for future doctoral study in clinical psychology.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Action Behavior Centers
06.2026 - Current
- Provide one-on-one applied behavior analysis services to children with autism spectrum disorder under BCBA supervision.
- Implement individualized treatment plans targeting communication, social, adaptive, and behavioral skills.
- Collect and document behavioral and skill-acquisition data to monitor client progress and support clinical decision-making.
- Use evidence-based ABA procedures including reinforcement, prompting, shaping, preference assessments, and functional communication training.
- Follow individualized behavior intervention plans while maintaining client safety, dignity, and treatment consistency.
- Collaborate with BCBAs, preceptors, and clinical team members and incorporate supervisory feedback into client care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2026
Skills
Clinical Behavioral data collection; treatment-plan implementation; skill acquisition; reinforcement; prompting; shaping; preference assessments; behavior intervention plans; functional communication training
Academic APA style; literature review; psychological research methods; academic writing
Language German - Native/Bilingual
Certification
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) | Behavior Analyst Certification Board
Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification | Epilepsy Foundation
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Action Behavior Centers
06.2026 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston