KRISTIN HERZIG

Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience in clinical mental health, school counseling, and special education. Expertise in building therapeutic relationships, developing individualized treatment plans, and coordinating care across multiple providers. Proficient in various therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavioral and trauma-informed approaches, to foster emotional well-being and personal growth. Recognized for high-quality work in fast-paced environments and adaptability to changing circumstances.

• CT Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Connecticut
• CT Initial Educator Certificate in School Counseling 068
• CT Integrated Early Childhood/Special Education 113
• MA Initial Educator License in Teaching Pre-K-3
• MA Initial School Counseling Pre-K-8, 5-12

• Special Education Teacher, Connecticut Education Center, Enfield, CT, 2019-2022, Developed and modified lessons and activities for individual students in an integrated K-2 therapeutic classroom, Worked closely with the clinical case manager and specialists to help provide the highest support and interventions for students with social-emotional behaviors and other behavioral and learning challenges, Assessed students in all academic areas and effectively communicated individual needs to parents and staff, Communicated with staff, parents, specialists, and support staff from other school districts during IEP, and PPT meetings
• Academic Tutor, Center School, Longmeadow, MA, 2018-2019, Provided academic support both in and outside of the classroom to students in grades K-5 in the areas of Math, Reading, and Writing, Worked collaboratively with classroom teachers and specialists to identify students having difficulty, develop strategies, monitor individual progress, and assess areas of low performance, Prepared lessons and activities to meet individual needs, increase student confidence, and motivate students to be active learners, Participated in Response to Intervention meetings, special education meetings, and professional development trainings
• Applied Behavior Analysis Assistant, Bloomfield High School, Bloomfield, CT, 2015-2017, Implemented Task Analysis and Behavior Intervention Plans, Collected and graphed data on behavior and Discrete Trial Instruction, Provided academic instruction and implemented modifications and accommodations for students, Offered support to students to help foster independence and success both in and out of school, Worked as a team to help students develop and strengthen independent living and vocational skills

• Licensed Professional Counselor, BGC Counseling, LLC, East Windsor, CT, 2022-Present, Conducts individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults using a variety of therapeutic techniques, Performs intakes with individuals and families and provides referrals as needed, Builds strong therapeutic relationships with clients, while focusing on their individual needs, Develops and implements individualized treatment plans and modifies as needed, Effectively communicates and consults with parents, guardians, and other providers
• Clinical Case Manager, Connecticut Education Center, Enfield, CT, 2023-2025, Provided individual therapy, social skills groups, and peer mediation support to students in a therapeutic school setting, Developed social-emotional goals and objectives for students in grades K-8 to be included in their Individual Education Plan (IEP) and wrote quarterly progress notes reporting on student progress, Supported staff in de-escalating students, provided students with skills and strategies to help effectively manage and express their emotions, and processed with students after incidents, Built strong, trusting relationships with families and strengthened communication within the school setting, Collaborated with outside agencies and specialists to provide each student with the highest level of support and resources needed to be successful
• School Counseling Practicum, Fairview Veteran’s Memorial Middle School, Chicopee, MA, Spring 2006, Provided individual counseling in all developmental areas, Facilitated groups focusing on academic, social, and emotional development, Helped students to overcome challenges and recognize individual strengths, Participated in IEP, parent/teacher, and 504 meetings with parents, teachers, and specialists, Utilized outside agencies and resources to refer students as needed