Lana Raines
Antioch,Illinois
Summary
Seeking a challenging and rewarding counseling internship in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Eager to contribute empathetic listening, interpersonal skills, and counseling techniques to support the wellness of Individuals in a real-world setting. Committed to fostering a positive impact on clients while gaining practical experience to complement my academic foundation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stay at Home Mom
Self
03.2007 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, care, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Helped others engage and adapt to change both day-to-day as well as larger life adjustments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Built and supported positive relationships with various personalities.
- Organized and managed several fast-paced schedules.
- Managed financial budgets and household spending.
Business Owner
Eight.TwentyThree Photography
09.2010 - 06.2023
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
- Built strong connections with families and individuals.
- Cultivated client relationships through written and verbal communication skills.
- Utilized multiple editing software platforms.
- Delivered exceptional results under tight deadlines.
- Successfully executed social media marketing across multiple platforms.
- Grew annual revenue through strategic planning.
- Optimized workflow by analyzing process improvements.
Classroom Assistant
Antioch District 34, DSISD - Austin TX
08.2012 - 05.2021
- Enhanced student participation by assisting teachers in executing interactive activities and group projects in the classroom.
- Managed classroom materials and resources to ensure a safe and organized learning environment for all students.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students.
- Coordinated class special events
- Assisted teachers with various classroom tasks.
- Ensured student safety and participation during off-campus events.
Leadership Member and Creative Outlet Coordinator
Recharge Women's Ministry
02.2013 - 05.2019
- Coordinated and executed bi-weekly community large group meetings
- Planned, developed, and facilitated creative hands-on artistic experiences to 55 community moms.
- Managed creative budgets skillfully by tracking expenses diligently and allocating resources appropriately based on priority needs.
Football Team Mom/ Team Photographer
Antioch Viking Youth Sports Program
07.2015 - 12.2018
- Supported coaching staff throughout the season both during practices as well as during games.
- Assisted the trainer in providing aid to players during the game.
- Helped organize additional volunteer scheduling.
- Coordinated team building and end-of-year events, alongside other team volunteers.
- Captured high-quality images by utilizing professional photography equipment and techniques.
- Enhanced fan engagement with unique, creative, and timely photographs shared on social media platforms.
Small Group Facilitator
Women's Ministry, Village Church Of Gurnee
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Delivered high-quality guidance throughout the Alpha program, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs.
- Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with co-leaders to review and adjust curriculum content accordingly.
Assistant Cheerleading Coach
Antioch Vikings Youth Sports Program
07.2013 - 12.2017
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective training techniques, practice routines, and conditioning exercises.
- Established a positive learning environment by enforcing team rules and promoting sportsmanship among athletes.
- Assisted head coach in coordinating practice schedules, leading to a more organized and efficient use of time.
- Assisted head coach in developing competitive cheerleading strategies, resulting in improved competition placements.
- Improved athlete skill development through the introduction of new drills and exercises tailored to individual needs.
- Contributed to the creation of dynamic cheer routines that showcased team talent and increased audience engagement.
- Taught cheerleaders safety and proper stunting and tumbling techniques through proper demonstrations.
- Assisted athletes with perfecting various stunts through hands-on guidance during practices.
- Supported head coach in communicating with parents about athlete progress, upcoming events, and other pertinent information relating to the program.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Theatre Arts
Monmouth College
Monmouth, IL05.2002
Skills
- Compassion
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Empathetic Social Skills
- Patience and Acceptance
- Keen Observation Skills
- Culturally Sensitive
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Written, Verbal, and Non-verbal Communication
- Self-awareness
Certification
Suicide Prevention Certification
Mandated Reporting Certification
Professional Memberships
- American Counseling Association
- Illinois Mental Health Association
- Sigma Alpha Pi, The National Society of Leadership and Success
Affiliations
- Artistic expression: photography, painting, drawing, clay work, writing, mixed medium crafting, music, theatre, fashion.
- Indoor Gardening
- Reading
- Traveling
- Hiking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Small Group Facilitator
Women's Ministry, Village Church Of Gurnee
08.2017 - 05.2018
Football Team Mom/ Team Photographer
Antioch Viking Youth Sports Program
07.2015 - 12.2018
Assistant Cheerleading Coach
Antioch Vikings Youth Sports Program
07.2013 - 12.2017
Leadership Member and Creative Outlet Coordinator
Recharge Women's Ministry
02.2013 - 05.2019
Classroom Assistant
Antioch District 34, DSISD - Austin TX
08.2012 - 05.2021
Business Owner
Eight.TwentyThree Photography
09.2010 - 06.2023
Stay at Home Mom
Self
03.2007 - Current
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Concordia University Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Theatre Arts
Monmouth College