Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Generic

Margarita Lopez

Edinburg,TX

Summary

Dynamic Mental Health Clinician with extensive experience at Southwest Key Programs, specializing in psychoeducation and cognitive behavioral therapy. Proven ability to develop impactful educational materials and facilitate group therapy, enhancing student engagement and understanding. Bilingual in Spanish, I excel in fostering inclusive learning environments while effectively managing time and resources. Excel at empathy, active listening, and communication, ensuring effective support and positive outcomes for clients.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Clinician

Southwest Key Programs- Casa Padre
Brownsville, TX
06.2023 - 03.2025
  • Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.
  • Assisted in the development of educational materials related to mental health issues for use within the community.
  • Addressed students' academic questions and concerns, providing clear and concise explanations for over 200 students.
  • Provided psychoeducation regarding various psychological disorders such as depression or bipolar disorder.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.

Mental Health Clinician

Sunny Glenn New Day Resiliency Center
Raymondville, TX
07.2021 - 05.2023
  • Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.
  • Assisted in the development of educational materials related to mental health issues for use within the community.
  • Addressed students' academic questions and concerns, providing clear and concise explanations for over 200 students.
  • Provided psychoeducation regarding various psychological disorders such as depression or bipolar disorder.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.

Mental Health Clinician

Chicano Por La Causa
Donna, TX
05.2021 - 07.2021

· Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.

· Assisted in the development of educational materials related to mental health issues for use within the community.

· Addressed students' academic questions and concerns, providing clear and concise explanations for over 200 students.

· Provided psychoeducation regarding various psychological disorders such as depression or bipolar disorder.

· Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.

Community Care Worker II

Department of Aging and Disability Services
Mission, TX
01.2009 - 05.2011
  • Gathered documentation to determine applicant income level and identify Title XX and other appropriate assistance programs with eligibility based on personal finances.
  • Coordinated with government officials, medical professionals and other key players in resolving obstacles to timely access to assistance.
  • Interpreted policies and coordinated administration of client services, managing transitions into and out of nursing homes, assisted living communities and Medicaid waiver programs.
  • Adhered strictly to professional standards set forth by state regulations governing Community Care Workers.
  • Updated client case records with new medical and income status and documentation of benefits received to keep records current as cases progressed.

Child Protective Specialist

Child Protective Service & Regulatory
Edinburg, TX
06.2006 - 07.2007
  • Interviewed clients individually and in groups to assess situations, capabilities and problems.
  • Educated families about available resources such as food banks, housing assistance programs and job training opportunities.
  • Maintained detailed records on all assigned cases including notes on contacts, progress made towards objectives, decisions taken and actions planned.
  • Interfaced with local court system, attending court proceedings and working directly with attorneys.
  • Organized educational workshops on topics such as anger management techniques or parenting skills.

Teacher of Students With Visual Impairments

Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District
Edinburg, TX
05.1995 - 05.2006
  • Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
  • Maintained accurate records of progress reports related to student's academic performance, activities, and behavior related to their visual impairment.
  • Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Provided individualized instruction to students with visual impairments, ensuring that their educational needs were met.

Education

M.D. - Guidance And Counseling, LPC Track

UTRGV
Edinburg
12-2016

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX
08-2005

Skills

  • Educational material development
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Psychoeducation delivery
  • Behavior modification
  • Time management
  • Group therapy facilitation
  • Bilingual in (Spanish)
  • Public speaking

Accomplishments

  • Summa Cum Ladde Honors

Timeline

Mental Health Clinician

Southwest Key Programs- Casa Padre
06.2023 - 03.2025

Mental Health Clinician

Sunny Glenn New Day Resiliency Center
07.2021 - 05.2023

Mental Health Clinician

Chicano Por La Causa
05.2021 - 07.2021

Community Care Worker II

Department of Aging and Disability Services
01.2009 - 05.2011

Child Protective Specialist

Child Protective Service & Regulatory
06.2006 - 07.2007

Teacher of Students With Visual Impairments

Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District
05.1995 - 05.2006

M.D. - Guidance And Counseling, LPC Track

UTRGV

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Margarita Lopez