Marissa Loner
Williamsport,PA
Summary
Highly Motivated Counseling student dedicated to providing exceptional care and devising creative and effective treatment plans to successfully treat children, adolescents, and adults dealing with mental health issues. Strong interest in the use of expressive arts in therapy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Counseling Intern
Allay Mental Health & Wellness
08.2023 - Current
- Effective Time Management
- Strong Communication Skills
- Strengthened client coping skills through teaching stress management techniques and mindfulness practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care, resulting in holistic support for clients.
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to ethical standards throughout all interactions with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Participated actively in supervision sessions to continuously enhance professional knowledge and counseling skills.
- Increased client engagement by utilizing creative therapeutic approaches tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering trust and open communication in therapy sessions.
- Developed strong rapport with diverse clientele by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity during therapy sessions.
Counselor's Assistant
Williamsport Family Medical Center
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Pursued professional development continually by attending online DDAP trainings.
- Enhanced client progress by utilizing evidence-based counseling techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Designed culturally-sensitive interventions tailored to each client''s background and experiences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions for increased social support and skill-building opportunities.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Provided education of harm reduction strategies to prevent drug overdoses and potential for disease.
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
Administrative Assistant
Crossroads Counseling
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
Childcare Professional
River Valley Regional YMCA
04.2019 - 11.2020
- Established routines within the classroom that fostered independence among students as they developed essential life skills such as self-help abilities and problem-solving techniques.
- Implemented creative strategies to manage challenging behaviors, promoting a positive and nurturing environment for all children.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on trends in early childhood education.
- Managed administrative tasks such as updating child information files, tracking immunization records, and maintaining accurate billing documentation for families.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding their child''s development and progress.
- Implemented sensory play opportunities for children to explore different textures, materials, and experiences in a safe and supervised environment.
- Provided a nurturing atmosphere that encouraged children to build strong relationships with their peers, fostering social development and peer interactions.
- Organized daily schedules that included both structured activities and free playtime, supporting children''s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
- Supported language acquisition through immersive storytimes featuring age-appropriate literature that exposed children to new vocabulary and concepts.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
Education
Master of Arts - Art Therapy
PennWest Edinboro University
Edinboro, PA08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts, Minor in Psychology
Lycoming College
Williamsport, PA12.2018
Skills
Social perceptiveness
Knowledge of HIPAA and privacy practices
Active Listening
Culturally Sensitive/Open Minded
Interpersonal Communication
Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
Time Management
Organizational Skills
DSM-V Knowledge
Case Notes
Affiliations
- Chi Sigma Iota
Timeline
Counseling Intern
Allay Mental Health & Wellness
08.2023 - Current
Counselor's Assistant
Williamsport Family Medical Center
05.2022 - 04.2023
Administrative Assistant
Crossroads Counseling
11.2020 - 02.2022
Childcare Professional
River Valley Regional YMCA
04.2019 - 11.2020
Master of Arts - Art Therapy
PennWest Edinboro University
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts, Minor in Psychology
Lycoming College
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