Kimberly Céspedes Torres
Rochester,MN
Summary
Empathetic psychotherapist with extensive experience in higher education, medical, and mental health sectors. Demonstrated ability to establish strong client rapport and promote personal growth. Skilled in delivering individual, group, and family therapy sessions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Family Service Rochester
Rochester, MN
04.2025 - Current
- Provided individual, group, and family therapy to clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans tailored to the clients' needs.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to enhance therapeutic effectiveness.
- Collaborated with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, schools, social workers, and probation officers to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Attended clinical consultation meetings with my supervisor and colleagues to discuss cases and receive feedback.
Mental Health Coach
Daylight Health
Rochester, MN
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted one-on-one coaching sessions to motivate and educate clients.
- Assessed client progress and adjusted strategies as needed.
- Provided education around the importance of healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, stress management, and other lifestyle factors.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance client care.
- Utilized tracking software to monitor client engagement and outcomes.
Medical Social Worker
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Worked collaboratively with nursing, consultant staff, and other allied health professionals in the Intensive Care, Medicine, and Transplant Units.
- Provided psychotherapy, counseling, and other services in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning.
- Complied with required standards for medical and legal responsibilities.
- Served as a resource to other allied and administrative staff within the Section of Social Work and the Department of Nursing.
Resident Director
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Supervised a team of 10 Resident Assistants and 1 Residence Life Team Assistant
- Assisted with the management of operational functions such as occupancy, front desk operations, and key distribution.
- Acted as an administrative hearing officer for cases involving alleged student misconduct.
- Served on an on-call rotation to ensure the safety and welfare of all residents.
- Attended and participated in regularly scheduled staff meetings and one-on-one meetings with Resident Assistants and the Residence Life Team Assistant
Assistant Residential College Director
Washington University in St. Louis
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervise and evaluate six undergraduate Resident Advisors
- Serve as the primary advisor for Residential College Council (student governing body)
- Attend and help facilitate RA training throughout the academic year
- Maintain a system of intervention and referral for students experiencing academic or personal difficulties, which includes working closely with campus partners, such as Habif Health & Wellness, Disability Resource, Center for Diversity and Inclusion
- Adjudicate minor offenses regarding residential student conduct with a focus on restorative justice and educational sanctioning
Emergency Services Shelter Coordinator
Salvation Army
Denver, CO
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Oversaw and handled situations affecting the safety of the shelter and residents
- Distributed meals, clothing, and toiletry items
- Maintained and updated resident files using Microsoft Teams and Excel
- Coordinated and maintained daily communication with Colorado Coalition for the Homeless staff to ensure safety and wellbeing
- Assisted the site leads of the shelter in training new staff members
Outreach Resource Navigator
Denver Human Services, City & County of Denver
Denver, CO
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Engaged and developed rapport with unhoused clients in small encampments
- Assisted clients in securing shelter and meeting other basic needs
- Helped clients fill out applications for food stamps and public assistance
- Kept contact information for current clients and did weekly follow-up visits
- Assisted clients in accessing referrals and resources to secure housing
- Coordinated supportive services in Denver Human Services and other organizations, including Denver Fire, Denver Police Dept., Denver Health, Mental Health Center of Denver, and the Support Team Assistance Response (STAR) van
International Student Orientation Leader & Mentor
Wartburg College
Waverly, IA
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Served as a role model and resource to new international students during orientation and academic year
- Assisted in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of international student orientation
- Gave presentations and campus tours for new international students
- Addressed common cultural transition issues of international students
- Served as an advocate for international students, connecting them with community resources
Office Assistant
Wartburg College
Waverly, IA
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Answered emails directed to the admissions office regarding the application process
- Completed various administrative tasks (filing, admission packages, etc.)
- Participated in staff meetings serving as a voice for international students
- Assisted with preparation for admissions presentations
- Supported admitted international students via video calls to answer questions and share experiences
Circulation Desk Manager
Wartburg College
Waverly, IA
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Oversaw library operations and supervised circulation assistants during the opening, closing, and weekend shifts
- Completed special projects with little direct supervision
- Assisted in training new circulation staff, including international student workers
- Worked with supervisors to continually improve library workflow and procedures
- Carried out professional development projects each semester
Community Living Specialist
Private Residence
Waverly, IA
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Assisted a client with physical disabilities in performing daily tasks
- Provided job support to increase independence and develop appropriate social skills
- Served as a companion for recreational activities
- Provided transportation to work, volunteer, and recreational locations
- Implemented planned goals set by the client and their family
Research Associate
Slife Social Work Institute, Wartburg College
Waverly, IA
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Conducted literature review on food insecurity
- Designed and developed a food insecurity survey instrument for college students
- Recruited participants and collected and analyzed data
- Prepared and conducted a discussion group
- Analyzed participant comments to identify common themes
Research Associate
Slife Social Work Institute, Wartburg College
Waverly, IA
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Gathered information on available resources for persons with disabilities
- Contacted agencies to learn more about the services offered
- Compiled and organized data for a county-wide disabilities resource directory
- Designed directory for service providers working with people with disabilities and their families
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Impact Leadership
Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, MO08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work & Public Health
Wartburg College
Waverly, IA05.2020
International Baccalaureate -
United World College Costa Rica
Santa Ana, San José, Costa Rica05.2016
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Case management
- Cultural sensitivity
- Crisis intervention
- Resource coordination
- Organizational skills
- Emotional intelligence
- Team leadership
Languages
- Spanish, native
- English, fluent
Presentations
Begay, M., Cespedes Torres, K., Folks, H., "Trauma-Informed Policing and Self-Care.", Washington University Police Department, 2022., St. Louis, MO, 05/22, Invited Speaker
Research
- Research Associate, Slife Social Work Institute, Wartburg College, Waverly, IA, 03/19, 08/19, Conducted literature review on food insecurity, Designed and developed a food insecurity survey instrument for college students, Recruited participants and collected and analyzed data, Prepared and conducted a discussion group, Analyzed participant comments to identify common themes.
- Research Associate, Slife Social Work Institute, Wartburg College, Waverly, IA, 06/18, 08/18, Gathered information on available resources for persons with disabilities, Contacted agencies to learn more about the services offered, Compiled and organized data for a county-wide disabilities resource directory, Designed directory for service providers working with people with disabilities and their families.
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Family Service Rochester
04.2025 - Current
Mental Health Coach
Daylight Health
04.2025 - Current
Medical Social Worker
Mayo Clinic
07.2023 - 03.2025
Resident Director
Florida Gulf Coast University
05.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Residential College Director
Washington University in St. Louis
08.2021 - 05.2022
Outreach Resource Navigator
Denver Human Services, City & County of Denver
10.2020 - 04.2021
Emergency Services Shelter Coordinator
Salvation Army
07.2020 - 05.2021
Research Associate
Slife Social Work Institute, Wartburg College
03.2019 - 08.2019
Research Associate
Slife Social Work Institute, Wartburg College
06.2018 - 08.2018
International Student Orientation Leader & Mentor
Wartburg College
08.2017 - 05.2020
Community Living Specialist
Private Residence
08.2017 - 12.2019
Office Assistant
Wartburg College
05.2017 - 05.2020
Circulation Desk Manager
Wartburg College
05.2017 - 05.2020
Master of Social Work - Social Impact Leadership
Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work & Public Health
Wartburg College
International Baccalaureate -
United World College Costa Rica
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