Leslie Danner
Raytown,MO
Summary
Passionate and hardworking individual with background in School Counseling and Art Therapy. Driven to help others feel empowered and confident in their abilities. Exceptional advocate for mental health and environmentalism. Strong organizational and collaborative skills with a positive attitude. Sensitive to cultural considerations and individual perspectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Kansas City International Academy
06.2017 - 06.2024
- Designed and implemented school's first counseling program for TK-5 students, including school-wide initiatives
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises in individual, small group, and classroom settings
- Collected data to assess social-emotional needs and student growth, and improve decision-making for future years
Retail Sales Associate
Ceramic Cafe
05.2014 - 08.2017
- Helped customers select, plan, and purchase their unique art projects and group events.
- Empowered customers to feel confident in using tools to bring their design ideas to life in ceramic and glass works.
- Led structured group events for all ages that supported the artistic process.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment and professional demeanor at all times, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
Art Therapist
Two Rivers Behavioral Health System
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Conducted 30 art therapy and psycho-educational groups weekly to promote feelings expression and provide mental health support for kids, teenagers, and adults with various diagnoses
- Collected and assessed data to design art therapy interventions to meet needs of patients using trauma-informed and evidence-based practices as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Collaborated with medical and therapy teams to develop and implement individual treatment plans for patients
Education
MS - School Counseling
Emporia State University
05.2017
MS - Art Therapy
Emporia State University
05.2012
BA - Psychology, Art, Spanish
Graceland University
05.2010
Skills
- Adaptive practices for accessibility
- Counseling coordinator experience
- Cross-cultural counseling experience
- Conversational Spanish
- Mediation and crisis intervention
Timeline
School Counselor
Kansas City International Academy
06.2017 - 06.2024
Retail Sales Associate
Ceramic Cafe
05.2014 - 08.2017
Art Therapist
Two Rivers Behavioral Health System
01.2011 - 01.2014
MS - Art Therapy
Emporia State University
BA - Psychology, Art, Spanish
Graceland University
MS - School Counseling
Emporia State University
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