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LAUREEN RAMIREZ
Behavioral Health & Group Facilitation Specialist
Richland,WA
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Summary
Master's-Level Behavioral Health and Group Facilitation Specialist with 15+ years of experience in psychoeducation, behavior management, and crisis intervention. Proven track record directing group dynamics, delivering wellness curricula, and executing evidence-based risk screenings for adolescent and adult populations. Expert at translating complex psychological and behavioral concepts into accessible, client-centered care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certificated Health & Physical Education Teacher
Certificated Health & Physical Education Teacher
, Washington/California
01.2008 - 01.2025
- Directed behavior management and group facilitation for 1,000+ individuals annually
- Conducted evidence-based risk screenings for at-risk behaviors and coordinated care with multidisciplinary medical and counseling teams.
- Applied crisis-aware communication, trauma-informed de-escalation, and conflict prevention to preserve safety.
- Maintained secure, confidential case documentation in strict compliance with FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
- Delivered health, wellness, and self-management education to support emotional regulation and long-term behavioral development
Behavioral Health Consultant | Resilience Coach
Behavioral Health Consultant | Resilience Coach
Remote + Bay Area, CA
01.2014 - 01.2025
- Facilitated supportive 1-on-1 and group telehealth sessions focused on stress regulation and behavior patterns
- Designed client-centered wellness frameworks and translated complex psychological concepts into accessible modules
- Provided specialized consulting on Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS) mitigation and trauma-informed workflows to prevent professional burnout
Systems Design & UX Researcher
Systems Design & UX Researcher
Remote + Bay Area, CA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted qualitative research, user interviews, and needs analysis to optimize digital support platforms
- Applied data-informed decision-making to improve usability, learning outcomes, and system efficiency.
- Provided specialized consulting on Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS) mitigation and trauma-informed workflows to prevent professional burnout
Yoga Instructor | Mind-Body Learning Facilitator
Yoga Instructor | Mind-Body Learning Facilitator
Remote + Bay Area, CA
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Facilitated individual and group-based mind-body sessions focused on breath, movement, body awareness, stress reduction, and nervous system regulation.
- Created safe, inclusive, and supportive environments for participants with diverse physical, emotional, and wellness needs.
- Adapted instruction to meet varying levels of ability, comfort, mobility, and readiness.
- Integrated trauma-informed communication, consent-based cueing, emotional safety, and professional boundaries into group facilitation.
- Supported participants in building body awareness, self-regulation, confidence, and sustainable wellness practices.
Varsity Head Coach | Performance & Program Advisor
Varsity Head Coach | Performance & Program Advisor
San Jose, CA
01.2010 - 01.2020
- Managed high-pressure group dynamics for adolescent athletic teams while ensuring strict safety and policy compliance
- Used motivational coaching and behavior-change strategies to build accountability, resilience, and conflict resolution skills
Education
Ma.ED - Instruction & Curriculum
BS - PSYCHOLOGY
Skills
- Group Facilitation & Psychoeducation
- High-Acuity Crisis De-escalation
- Trauma-Informed Care Practices
- Adolescent & Family Support
- Program & Curriculum Design
- HIPAA & FERPA Compliance
Education Summary
- Ma.ED, Instruction & Curriculum, Focus on research & application of evidence-based best practices in education settings. Developed skills in client-centered learning, educational strategy design & advanced writing.
- BS, PSYCHOLOGY, Neuropsychology, Specialized in human behavior, cognition & emotion, conducting research using scientific methodologies. Focused on learning, cognition & perception, with a strong foundation in research ethics & best practices.
Certification
- Health/Fitness and ELL, Education Certificate, Residency Teacher, 2008 - Current
- UX/UI Training - 2020
Accomplishments
- Taught 8,000+ students over 16+ years on exercise and fitness techniques.
- Brought about an increase in female athletes to the wrestling program
- Improved physical fitness scores with key improvements to program strategies.
- Won state titles by successfully coaching girls' wrestling team
- Collaborated with one other to realign teaching standards to meet district wide changes in grading policies. Adapted curriculum standards to to align with developed standards.
- Built Wrestling program from the ground up, with 20 athletes.
- Oversaw the Varsity Softball and Wrestling programs
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with football program head coach in the implementation of a custom Yoga program to improve player flexibility for increased performance
- Achieved diversity in course offerings through effectively implementing a yoga program for students and developing curriculum that meets state standards
- Collaborated with team of 20 to meet accreditation assessment and requirements.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Systems Design & UX Researcher
Systems Design & UX Researcher
01.2020 - 01.2022
Yoga Instructor | Mind-Body Learning Facilitator
Yoga Instructor | Mind-Body Learning Facilitator
01.2017 - 01.2022
Behavioral Health Consultant | Resilience Coach
Behavioral Health Consultant | Resilience Coach
01.2014 - 01.2025
Varsity Head Coach | Performance & Program Advisor
Varsity Head Coach | Performance & Program Advisor
01.2010 - 01.2020
Certificated Health & Physical Education Teacher
Certificated Health & Physical Education Teacher
01.2008 - 01.2025