LAUREN CONRADI
CMHC Graduate Student
Portland,OR
Summary
A graduate student studying CMHC, aspiring to become a Licensed Professional Counselor. Seeks a clinical supervisor & internship opportunity, eager to learn & grow in a supportive environment. Offers strong interpersonal skills & passion for helping others. Brings an understanding of the importance of active listening & effective communication. Skilled in facilitating workshops & psychoeducational classes with clients, demonstrating a proven ability to build rapport & successfully manage challenging interactions. Dedicated to supporting all individuals, especially those facing complicated grief or vicarious trauma. Detail-oriented, hardworking, & well-versed in core subject matter, contributing valuable work experience alongside exceptional observational & organizational skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
Certificates
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
The Healing Place
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided crisis intervention services, significantly reducing emergency incidents among clients.
- Observed strict regulations & procedures regarding each client to maintain personal & health information confidentiality.
- Reduced feelings of isolation among clients by connecting them with peer support networks.
- Maintained effective case management through accurate documentation of client interactions.
- Tailored therapeutic strategies to address client's unique challenges, resulting in more effective interventions.
- Conducted workshops on coping strategies, equipping clients with tools for managing stress & anxiety.
- Educated family members about mental health conditions & available resources, fostering an understanding support network for when clients return home after program graduation.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery & wellness principles, teaching psychoeducational groups for clients to break down different aspects of this information.
Peer Mentor Supervisor (Undergrad Internship)
The Healing Place
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Led a team of 15+ Peer Mentors who managed the needs of 150+ clients.
- Created therapeutic relationships with clientele, worked with outside community agencies, & collaborated with social workers & probation/parole officers to promote clients continued welfare.
- Created individualized mentoring plans for mentees, promoting personal growth & development.
- Conducted regular check-ins with mentees to monitor progress toward achieving their goals & to address any concerns or challenges faced along the way, created an extensive recovery curriculum, & facilitated daily classes for clients.
- Assessed & responded to client needs while conducting client interviews for intake evaluations.
- Guided peers on academic & personal matters, promoting overall well-being, & collaborated with other professionals to assist clients in transitioning out of the program.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH 09.2015 - 09.2021
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN 09.2023 - Current
Skills
Group Therapy
Crisis Management
Intake Experience
Skills Development
Motivational interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Case Documentation
Treatment Planning
Relationship Building
Curriculum Development
Certification
Peer Support Specialist (Kentucky)
Timeline
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
09.2023 - Current
Peer Support Specialist
The Healing Place
05.2020 - 05.2021
Peer Mentor Supervisor (Undergrad Internship)
The Healing Place
02.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Cincinnati
09.2015 - 09.2021
Professional Organizations
- Oregon Counseling Association (ORCA) 2024- present
- Psilocybin Facilitator Association (PFA) 2024- present
- American Counseling Association (ACA) 2025- present
Extracurricular Activities
Volunteer Work, Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), San Jose, CA, 2022, present, The Healing Place, Louisville, KY, 2020, 2022, The Gateway Project, Louisville, KY, 2020, 2022, Goodwill Industries, Louisville, KY, 2020, 2022