LIVIER SANDOVAL CANEPA
Penngrove,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated trainee counselor with a strong desire to support individuals in overcoming challenges and achieving personal growth. Seeking an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and gain hands-on experience in a counseling role working with a diverse client base.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Counseling Trainee
Sonoma State University, CMHC Practicum
01.2024 - Current
- Will be conducting intake procedures, assessments, treatment plans and goal setting with three clients under the supervision of a Mark Edwards, LMFT for a total of 30 hours during the semester.
- Utilizing counseling skills and theories according to the needs of the client in an empathetic, genuine, and caring manner.
- Acting with integrity, honesty and knowledge to promote client trust, welfare and confidence in the profession.
- Incorporating cultural sensitivity when dealing with a diverse client base and open to learning about different cultures.
- Diligently creating organized, and concise clinical notes using Therapymate that will be reviewed and assessed by the Counseling Faculty.
Dual Immersion Teacher - 2nd Grade
Mcdowell Elementary School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Facilitated learning in Spanish using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools. Students reading and writing in Spanish improved measurably at the end of the year, even for nonnative speakers.
- Provided a safe and caring environment to promote learning and student engagement.
- Incorporated Community Circles every morning to make sure students felt seen and heard. Established routines and clear expectations for students to follow and appropriate rewards for good behavior.
- Designed curriculum to meet learning institution requirements and instill comprehensive knowledge of Spanish language and culture in students.
- Worked with parents to ensure their students needs were being meet and they were performing to the best of their abilities.
Garden/Science Facilitator
Loma Vista Immersion Academy
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Taught age-appropriate garden classes for TK - 6th grade in Spanish with emphasis on nutrition, composting, recycling, and reusing.
- Created inviting environment for students to feel comfortable working and planting in garden.
- Fostered curiosity for tasting and learning about different vegetables and plants.
- Prepared FOSS science materials for all classrooms in timely manner.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics, Statistics
California State University - Sacramento
Sacramento, CAAssociate of Science -
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CASkills
- Bilingual Spanish/English, Native Spanish Speaker
- Attentive Listening Skills
- Caring and empathetic demeanor
- Effective communication skills
- Desire to learn and grow
- Collaborative and receptive to feedback
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
References
- Adam L. Hill, Ph.D., MFT, Sonoma State University Advisor 707-931-8809
- Mark Edwards, MS, MFT, Sonoma State University Practicum Supervisor 415-713-7792
- Tatra-Li de la Rosa, MA, LMFT, Sonoma State University Faculty 707-536-5069
Timeline
Counseling Trainee
Sonoma State University, CMHC Practicum
01.2024 - Current
Dual Immersion Teacher - 2nd Grade
Mcdowell Elementary School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Garden/Science Facilitator
Loma Vista Immersion Academy
08.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Counseling
Sonoma State University
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics, Statistics
California State University - Sacramento
Associate of Science -
Santa Rosa Junior College
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