Lori Micheli
San Francisco,United States
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Counseling Psychology graduate student committed to supporting individuals through emotional, medical, and life transitions. Brings the empathy and insight of a cancer survivor, strong interpersonal skills, and training in psychodynamic, humanistic, existential, Gestalt, and CBT modalities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hairstylist
Edwards Salon
Mill Valley, California
10.2025 - Current
- Build strong, trusting client relationships through active listening, and empathy.
- Maintain a grounded, calming presence in a fast-paced environment.
- Provide attentive, professional service to a diverse clientele.
Peer-to-Peer Volunteer
UCSF
San Francisco, CA
10.2018 - Current
- Provided confidential emotional support to patients undergoing oncology and transplant procedures.
- Offered compassionate listening and shared resources as a cancer survivor.
- Engaged in training sessions to enhance skills in active listening and empathy.
Food Runner
Foodrunners
San Francisco, CA
01.2017 - Current
- Deliver prepared food from restaurants to vulnerable communities throughout San Francisco.
Hot Line and Crisis Support
La Casa De Las Madres
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Completed 40-hour domestic violence training, plus 100 hours on hotline chat.
- Provided trauma-informed crisis intervention, safety planning, and emotional support.
Parish Council
St. Ignatius Church
San Francisco, CA
09.2019 - 09.2022
- I served a three year commitment on the parish council at St. Ignatius Church. My role was to build diversity and build community.
Firefly Project
UCSF
San Francisco, CA
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Participated in a year-long letter exchange program to help medical students understand patient perspectives, and develop deeper empathy.
Education
Masters in Counseling Psychology - Psychology
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05.2015
Skills
- Relationship building
- Crisis intervention
- Patient advocacy
- Active listening
- Trauma-informed communication
- Cultural humility
- Calm under pressure
- Creativity and problem solving
Certification
- BLS Certified
- La Casa de Las Madres — 40-hour DV training
- Hotline Chat Counselor — 100 hours
- Narcan Distribution Course Completed
- MBSR – 6-week course
- Ayurveda through UCSF – 6-week course
Timeline
Hairstylist
Edwards Salon
10.2025 - Current
Hot Line and Crisis Support
La Casa De Las Madres
01.2024 - 10.2024
Parish Council
St. Ignatius Church
09.2019 - 09.2022
Peer-to-Peer Volunteer
UCSF
10.2018 - Current
Firefly Project
UCSF
10.2018 - 10.2019
Food Runner
Foodrunners
01.2017 - Current
Masters in Counseling Psychology - Psychology
University of San Francisco
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Francisco State University