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Keesha Parks

Owings,MD

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic Clinical Mental Health Counseling student with a strong academic foundation seeking an internship to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting. Experienced in individual and couples counseling, with a focus on helping clients to gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Skilled in developing coping strategies for managing challenges and enhancing communication and conflict resolution abilities. Committed to providing high-quality, client-centered care to promote mental wellness and personal development. Eager to collaborate with a supportive team and contribute to positive client outcomes.

Work History

Clinical and Mental Health Counseling Intern

Center For Intimacy Connection And Change
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided counseling in individual and couples sessions to support individuals in overcoming dependencies, adapting to life changes, and facilitating personal growth.
  • Taught clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, and emotional coping skills.
  • Collected information about clients through interviews and observation.
  • Collaborated with site Supervisor to develop treatment plans.
  • Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
  • Modified treatment activities or approaches as needed to comply with changes in clients' status.
  • Prepared and maintained required treatment records and reports.
  • Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
  • Referred patients or clients to community resources.

Student Account Specialist

Community College Of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD
Aug1998 - Current

● Serve as primary point of contact for students, parents, and staff of college departments in accurately receipting, recording, refunding, and balancing tuition payments and college revenues
● Advise students, parents, faculty and staff of available payment options, policies and procedures related to the Bursar's office and other related departments
● Refer students in need of campus or community resources (financial, academic, mental wellness) to the appropriate department to facilitate assistance for the specific hardship
● Provide assistance, guidance and training for new employees on departmental compliance regulations via a self-constructed instructional manual

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Business Communications

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
04.2016

Associate of Arts - Humanities And Social Science-Sociology

Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD
08.2013

Associate of Arts - Arts And Science

Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD
05.2006

High School Diploma -

Carver Vocational-Technical High School
Baltimore, MD
06.1995

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training program Certificate
  • Charting and Clinical Documentation
  • Adaptability
  • Work Ethic
  • Empathy
  • Attention to Detail

Timeline

Clinical and Mental Health Counseling Intern

Center For Intimacy Connection And Change
11.2023 - Current

Student Account Specialist

Community College Of Baltimore County
Aug1998 - Current

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Business Communications

Walden University

Associate of Arts - Humanities And Social Science-Sociology

Community College of Baltimore County

Associate of Arts - Arts And Science

Community College of Baltimore County

High School Diploma -

Carver Vocational-Technical High School
Keesha Parks