Kimmi Jinks
Marietta,GA
Summary
Master’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at Liberty University seeking a practicum and internship placement to develop clinical competencies and provide client-centered support in a supervised setting. Interested in trauma-informed care, marriage and family therapy, CBT, DBT, and group counseling. Draws on over a decade of experience in faith-based mentoring, youth support, and crisis intervention. Committed to ethical practice, cultural humility, and collaborative healing.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
SACC Agent 1
Liberty University
01.2024 - Current
- Provides support to students navigating financial and academic systems
Bible & Psychology Teacher
Cumberland Christian Academy
08.2014 - 01.2019
- Introduced students to counseling theories, emotional regulation, and behavioral health concepts through a Christian worldview.
Residential Support Specialist
City of Refuge
04.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided daily emotional and practical support to pregnant teens and young mothers in a trauma-sensitive residential setting. Demonstrated strong interpersonal boundaries, trauma-informed decision-making, and compassionate mentoring.
Urban Youth Mentor (AmeriCorps)
Emerald Youth Foundation
08.2004 - 07.2005
- Mentored middle school students in underserved communities, combining academic support with social-emotional development.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2026
Bachelor of Science - Pastoral Ministry
Lee University
Cleveland, TN05.1998
Skills
- Trauma informed care and crisis support
- Empathic Listening & Rapport Building
- Motivational Interviewing (Basic Proficiency)
- Group Facilitation (Introductory Experience)
Affiliations
- LPCA of Georgia
- ACA (with professional liability insurance)
- ASERVIC
- Honor Society - Omega Nu Lambda
Timeline
SACC Agent 1
Liberty University
01.2024 - Current
Residential Support Specialist
City of Refuge
04.2015 - 01.2017
Bible & Psychology Teacher
Cumberland Christian Academy
08.2014 - 01.2019
Urban Youth Mentor (AmeriCorps)
Emerald Youth Foundation
08.2004 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Science - Pastoral Ministry
Lee University
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University