Lindsay Grohowski
Ashland,VA
Summary
Client-centered Resident in Counseling with 6+ years of experience as a school counselor. Eager to contribute to a collaborative and supportive environment where I can apply my knowledge in evidence-based therapeutic practices, cultivate strong, trust-based relationships, and support clients through their challenges. Committed to empowering individuals in developing effective coping strategies and advancing their overall mental health and wellness.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
John J. Wright Educational and Cultural Center
07.2023 - Current
- Conduct intakes and provide individual counseling to students ages 11-18 with mental health concerns, behavioral issues and academic difficulties, using evidence-based therapeutic approaches
- Conduct crisis intervention and risk assessments, addressing immediate mental health needs and making referrals to appropriate community resources and professionals
- Lead group therapy on topics such as social skills, self-esteem, anger management, grief, and loss, utilizing therapeutic techniques like CBT and mindfulness
- Design and deliver psychoeducational workshops on stress management, conflict resolution, and career exploration, while collecting and analyzing student progress to refine intervention strategies
School Counselor
Spotsylvania Middle School
Ashland, USA
07.2019 - 06.2023
- Provide individual and group counseling, using student data to tailor therapy sessions and improve mental health, behavioral and academic outcomes
- Collaborated effectively with families, educators, and mental health professionals to develop and implement comprehensive care plans
- Managed crisis situations, conducted risk assessments and provided immediate interventions and ongoing therapy
- Led group therapy on topics such as anxiety, depression, anger management, and grief, focusing on emotional regulation and coping strategies
School Counselor, Intern
Bessie Weller ES, Kate Collins MS, Turner Ashby HS
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Completed over 300 direct counseling hours, providing individual and group therapy focused on emotional regulation, social skills, and coping strategies
- Delivered evidence-based interventions such as CBT and mindfulness, addressing issues like stress management, anger, self-esteem, and grief
- Provided crisis intervention and collaborated with stakeholders to ensure holistic support for students
Education
Certificate in Professional Counseling -
01.2024
Master of Education - School Counseling
Virginia Commonwealth University
01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology Major, Journalism and Black Studies Double Minor
Randolph-Macon College
01.2017
Skills
- Addressing challenges such as depression
- Addressing challenges such as anxiety
- Addressing challenges such as self-esteem
- Addressing challenges such as body image issues
- Addressing challenges such as eating disorders
- Addressing challenges such as trauma
- Addressing challenges such as self-harm
- Addressing challenges such as suicidal ideation
- Person Centered Therapy
- Trauma Informed Therapy
- LGBTQIA competent and affirming provider
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Creative Techniques and DBT
- Essentials of Mindfulness
Timeline
School Counselor
John J. Wright Educational and Cultural Center
07.2023 - Current
School Counselor
Spotsylvania Middle School
07.2019 - 06.2023
School Counselor, Intern
Bessie Weller ES, Kate Collins MS, Turner Ashby HS
01.2017 - 01.2019
Certificate in Professional Counseling -
Master of Education - School Counseling
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology Major, Journalism and Black Studies Double Minor
Randolph-Macon College
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