Liliana Ramirez
Fallbrook,CA
Summary
Dedicated Counselor adept in emotional support and spiritual guidance, significantly enhancing personal growth and well-being. Skilled in team collaboration and staff training, I spearheaded workshops and improved client services, fostering a supportive environment for diverse clientele. My approach integrates empathy with evidence-based techniques, achieving notable client progress and resilience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastoral Counselor
Breath of Life Foundation
08.2022 - Current
- Provided spiritual guidance and support by conducting individual counseling sessions for various personal and emotional issues.
- Enhanced counselees well-being with empathetic listening, thoughtful responses, and tailored advice based on their unique needs.
- Cultivated a warm environment of trust that enabled individuals to share openly about their challenges during one-on-one counseling sessions or group discussions.
- Organized workshops on stress management, conflict resolution, marriage enrichment, parenting skills, and other relevant topics for congregational and personal growth.
Program Services Director
Hope Clinic for Women
10.2019 - 08.2022
- Met one on one weekly with clients who expressed need for additional emotional support throughout pregnancy or first two years of child’s life.
- Formulated safety plans for clients in dangerous or domestic violence situations.
- Provided clients in need with community referrals for food, shelter, and/or healthcare needs.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Oversaw development of clinic's programming, implementation of classes, and delivery of seamless client services.
- Maintained Client Services volunteer base through on-going recruitment and screening of potential
volunteers. - Provided on-going training to volunteers through quarterly in-service meetings and volunteer
enrichment sessions.
MFT Trainee
Oak Grove Center
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Enhanced client progress by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions and techniques.
- Built rapport with diverse clientele by demonstrating cultural sensitivity and understanding of individual backgrounds.
- Provided psychoeducation on mental health topics, helping clients understand symptoms and coping strategies.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore emotions, behaviors, and relationships.
- Improved family dynamics by guiding clients through conflict resolution strategies and healthy communication techniques.
- Participated in regular supervision meetings to discuss cases, receive feedback, and refine clinical skills.
- Fostered resilience and self-awareness in clients by incorporating mindfulness practices into therapy sessions.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans tailored to each client''s unique needs and strengths.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Vanguard University of Southern California
Costa Mesa, CA05.2018
Skills
- Emotional Support
- Spiritual Guidance
- Youth Mentoring
- Grief counseling
- Pre-marital Counseling
- Personal Growth
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Staff Training
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Intake
- Community Resources
- Empathetic Listening
Certification
Reproductive Grief Care Certificate
Maternal Mental Health Certificate
Mandated Reporter Certificate
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Pastoral Counselor
Breath of Life Foundation
08.2022 - Current
MFT Trainee
Oak Grove Center
02.2021 - 12.2021
Program Services Director
Hope Clinic for Women
10.2019 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
California Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Vanguard University of Southern California
Reproductive Grief Care Certificate
Maternal Mental Health Certificate
Mandated Reporter Certificate
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