Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Specialized Certification Trainings
Counseling skills
Timeline
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Kayla M. Watson

Kayla M. Watson

Myrtle Beach,SC

Summary

Experienced Volunteer, Research Assistant, Mental Health Clinician, and Student bringing enthusiasm, dedication, and self-motivator with an exceptional work ethic. Trained in crisis intervention, substance abuse and mental health counseling, case management, assessments, working within a team, certified in all Microsoft Offices, and providing hands-on experience with data collection, analyses, and verification through a multitude of computer systems. Currently have achieved my master’s degree, with very high expectations for my future and to continue my education until I reach my fullest potential and have the ability and knowledge to help every individual that are going through arduous times or traumatic events. Seeking to utilize all pertinent skills gained through relevant experiences to help create a better society free of violence, and better coping with traumatic events.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Trauma Focused Group Facilitator

Charlie Health
09.2023 - Current
  • Develop open rapport with clients, encouraging sharing of questions and concerns.
  • Create a supportive environment by fostering trust, empathy, and mutual respect among participants.
  • Trained within several psychotherapy modalities to include; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Integrative Practices, Compassion-Focused Therapy and Substance Use.
  • Adapted facilitation style according to group needs ensuring an inclusive environment that valued diverse perspectives and ideas.
  • Managed sensitive information responsibly, maintaining strict confidentiality regarding participant backgrounds or issues discussed within the group context.

Joint Fire Support Specialist

Army National Guard
11.2018 - Current
  • One of the first 50 females to graduate within this military occupation
  • Gained knowledge and insight on military tactics involving requesting fire support and forming maps to oblige by
  • Earned the rank of Specialist and Platoon Leader

Master Level Clinician

The Center for Counseling & Wellness
12.2022 - 05.2024
  • Maintain documentation, case notes, meetings, and supervision
  • Work within the community to provide mental health services to low poverty households
  • Participated within a Breaking Barriers grant to provide mental health services to low income, homelessness and incarcerated populations

SSVF Case Manager

ECHO
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Work within the homeless veteran community providing transitional housing and finding safe affordable housing
  • Connect homeless population with local resources, referrals and services

Substance Abuse Counselor

Crossroads Treatment Centers
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Managing a 75+ patient case load, experience with insurance billing, counseling sessions utilizing MI and CBT
  • Community Outreach, treatment planning and crisis intervention

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05.2019

Skills

  • Counseling skills
  • Treatment planning
  • One to one therapeutic support
  • Documentation
  • Patient Assessments
  • Community Outreach
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Professional and Ethical behavior
  • Skilled in intake interviewing

Specialized Certification Trainings

  • Certified in HIPPA and FERMA
  • CPR Certified
  • Level 3 Crisis Counseling Certified
  • Licensure in progress for Professional Counseling (to take NCE in December)

Counseling skills

  • Knowledge and experience in treatment planning and one to one therapeutic support
  • Demonstrating nonverbal, active listening and attending skills within role-play scenarios
  • Experience with documentation, writing case notes and maintaining confidentiality
  • Ability to reflect feelings, paraphrase, summarize and use effective encouragers when working with clients
  • Adhere to professional and ethical behavior with colleagues and clients

Timeline

Trauma Focused Group Facilitator

Charlie Health
09.2023 - Current

Master Level Clinician

The Center for Counseling & Wellness
12.2022 - 05.2024

SSVF Case Manager

ECHO
08.2021 - 12.2022

Substance Abuse Counselor

Crossroads Treatment Centers
08.2020 - 08.2021

Joint Fire Support Specialist

Army National Guard
11.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Virginia Tech

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Southern New Hampshire University
Kayla M. Watson