MALLORY KJAR
Denver,USA
Summary
Compassionate and relational Marriage and Family Therapy graduate student with a strong foundation in child development, emotional attunement, and family systems. Experienced in building trusting relationships, supporting emotional expression, and fostering healthy communication with children and families. Skilled in reflective listening, emotional support, problem-solving, and adapting to diverse family needs. Passionate about providing culturally responsive, strengths-based care while supporting clients in emotional growth and relational well-being.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Nanny / House Manager
Constance & David Rapson
Denver, CO
05.2018 - Current
- Fostered emotionally supportive and developmentally appropriate environments for children and families.
- Encouraged emotional expression, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
- Built strong, trusting relationships through consistency, empathy, and active listening.
- Adapted caregiving approaches to meet diverse developmental and emotional needs.
- Supported daily structure, emotional regulation, and age-appropriate independence.
Professional Nanny
Laura & Rawleigh Pyne
Boulder, CO
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Supported emotional, social, and developmental growth through structured routines and positive communication.
- Collaborated with parents to implement consistent behavioral expectations and healthy coping skills.
- Promoted emotional regulation, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
Professional Nanny
Barby & Adam Torgerson
Littleton, CO
06.2013 - 01.2017
- Provided care for four children while supporting emotional and behavioral development.
- Encouraged emotional awareness, communication, and healthy conflict resolution.
- Developed strong relationships with children and caregivers through trust and consistency.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT)
University of Colorado Denver
Denver, CO05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO05-2021
Skills
- Reflective Listening
- Emotional Validation & Support
- Interpersonal Communication
- Family Systems Perspective
- Child & Adolescent Development
- Rapport Building
- Cultural Humility
- Organization & Time Management
- Crisis Problem-Solving
- Adaptability & Professionalism
- Clinical Documentation (DAP Notes, Treatment Planning)
Timeline
Professional Nanny / House Manager
Constance & David Rapson
05.2018 - Current
Professional Nanny
Laura & Rawleigh Pyne
02.2017 - 02.2018
Professional Nanny
Barby & Adam Torgerson
06.2013 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Colorado Boulder
Master of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT)
University of Colorado Denver
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Student Therapist Practicum (Add site name once finalized)
- University of Colorado Denver Counseling Center – Denver, CO | [Month Year] – Present
- Conduct individual counseling sessions under clinical supervision.
- Utilize reflective listening, emotional validation, and strengths-based interventions to support client growth.
- Develop treatment plans and maintain clinical documentation, including DAP notes.
- Support clients navigating anxiety, self-esteem concerns, relational challenges, emotional suppression, and life stressors.
- Incorporate systemic, attachment-based, and culturally responsive approaches to treatment.
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
- Mental Health Diagnosis
- Introduction to Sex Therapy
- Therapy with Couples/Relationships
- Family Issues: Trauma & Addiction
- Advanced Assessment Family Systems
- Professional Identity and Relational Ethics