Thi Kim Anh Nguyen
Westminster,Colorado
Summary
Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student with experience in trauma-informed care, crisis support, and working with survivors of domestic violence. Skilled in assessment, de-escalation, and developing client-centered support plans. Committed to providing compassionate, culturally responsive care and supporting diverse populations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Counseling Intern
Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence (SPAN)
Boulder, CO
01.2024 - Current
- Counseling Advocate & Support Services
- Support crisis intervention and safety planning
- Assist clients experiencing domestic violence, trauma, and emotional distress
- Facilitate children’s therapeutic groups
- Collaborate with team members to coordinate care
Business Service Center Staff (Part-Time)
Naropa University
Boulder, CO
01.2024 - Current
- Supported daily operations and administrative processes
- Printed and scanned documents
- Managed email correspondence and document delivery
Library Assistant
Allen Ginsberg Library, Naropa University
Boulder, CO
01.2023 - Current
- Provide administrative and organizational support
- Assist students with academic resources
Treasurer – Student Union (SUN)
Naropa University
Boulder, CO
01.2023 - Current
- Manage budgets and allocate funding for student organizations
- Support financial planning and decision-making
Elder Caregiver (Family Care)
Vietnam
01.2002 - 01.2014
- Provided long-term care and daily support for elderly family members
- Assisted with meals, hygiene, and mobility needs
- Offered emotional support and companionship
- Demonstrated patience, responsibility, and compassion in caregiving
- Developed early understanding of aging, vulnerability, and human suffering
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Naropa University
Boulder, CO05-2026
Master of Arts - Buddhist Studies
Savitribai Phule Pune University
India04-2023
Master of Arts - Buddha Dhamma
International Theravāda Buddhist Missionary University
Myanmar06-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Pali Language
International Theravāda Buddhist Missionary University
Myanmar04-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Buddhist Studies
Hue Buddhist Institute
Vietnam06-2014
Skills
- Trauma-informed care
- Crisis intervention & de-escalation
- Intake & assessment
- Reflective listening & empathy
- Cultural sensitivity & humility
- Mindfulness-based support
- Communication & teamwork
- Case management & organization
LANGUAGES
Vietnamese – Native
English – Professional working proficiency
German – Elementary (A1–A2)
Tibetan – Elementary
Chinese – Limited working
CONFERENCES
- AGPA Connect 2026 – New York, NY (32.25 CE Credits)
- AGPA Connect 2025 – San Francisco, CA (34.25 CE Credits)
- Dhammasākacchā International Conference – India (2022–2023)
- International Conference on Buddhist Cultural Heritage – India (2022)
- An Analytical Study of Upāyakauśalya (2023)
- Survey of Buddhist Monastery Construction (2023)
- Comparative Study of Meditation Practices (2023)
- Personality in Buddhist & Modern Psychology (2023)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
- Mental Health First Aid – National Council for Mental Well-Being (2026)
- Alternatives for Professionals (CBT-based), Boulder, CO (2024)
- 34-hour Paraprofessional Anti-Violence Training – SPAN
- Inclusive Language Training (2025)
- Parenting Program Training (2025)
- Metta Center Workshop: “Exploring a New Story for Humanity” (2024)
SCHOLARSHIPS
- Khyentse Foundation Scholarship ($5,000)
- Naropa Graduate Scholarship ($6,000)
- Student Leadership Scholarship ($12,000)
- Victoria Tory Wolf Capron Scholarship
- Louise Fabbro Memorial Scholarship
- AGPA Connect Scholarship ($1,556)
AWARDS & HONORS
1st Prize – Dhammasākacchā International Conference (2023), 1st Rank – M.A. Buddhist Studies (2023), 1st Prize – B.A. Buddhist Studies (2014), Naropa Engagement Awards Nominee (2024)
Timeline
Counseling Intern
Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence (SPAN)
01.2024 - Current
Business Service Center Staff (Part-Time)
Naropa University
01.2024 - Current
Library Assistant
Allen Ginsberg Library, Naropa University
01.2023 - Current
Treasurer – Student Union (SUN)
Naropa University
01.2023 - Current
Elder Caregiver (Family Care)
01.2002 - 01.2014
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Naropa University
Master of Arts - Buddhist Studies
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Master of Arts - Buddha Dhamma
International Theravāda Buddhist Missionary University
Bachelor of Arts - Pali Language
International Theravāda Buddhist Missionary University
Bachelor of Arts - Buddhist Studies
Hue Buddhist Institute