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Mary Aderle

South Elgin,IL

Summary

Accomplished in psychological assessment and individual therapy, I leveraged skills in neuropsychological testing and adaptability to enhance patient outcomes at Kranz Psychological Service. Adept at fostering growth and resilience, my work significantly improved client progress through evidence-based practices. Collaborated effectively with teams, demonstrating a strong commitment to professional ethics and patient confidentiality.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Master Intern

Kranz Psychological Service
04.2024 - Current
  • Administered high-level, specialized, diagnostic psychological testing and evaluations and wrote comprehensive assessment reports.
  • Administered psychological testing to various age groups (WISC, WIPPSI, WAIS, WMS, WRAT, SLUMS....etc)
  • Enhanced patient assessment accuracy by administering and scoring psychological tests.
  • Ensured reliable test results by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of psychometric tools and best practices.
  • Maintained ethical standards in psychological testing, safeguarding patient privacy and confidentiality throughout the process.
  • Established strong rapport with patients, fostering a comfortable environment conducive to accurate test performance.
  • Counseled individuals and children regarding problems such as stress, anger problem, or family situations to modify behavior to improve personal adjustment.
  • Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals and planning action to achieve effective personal development and adjustment.
  • Assisted in the selection of appropriate psychological assessment tools, ensuring that each test was tailored to the specific needs and context of individual patients.
  • Provided valuable insights into patient cognitive functioning through careful observation during test administration sessions.

Therapy Intern

The Barefoot Therapist
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed rapport with clients through empathetic listening and compassionate communication, building trust within the therapeutic relationship.
  • Enhanced patient progress by developing individualized therapy plans tailored to specific needs.
  • Utilized evidence-based techniques to deliver successful treatment.
  • Worked under the guidance of a licensed psychologist.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
  • Assisted in conducting assessments and evaluations to determine appropriate therapeutic interventions.
  • Maintained strict adherence to ethical guidelines, ensuring confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of client care.
  • Supported clients in developing effective coping strategies, fostering resilience and promoting personal growth.
  • Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques, and reiki to patients and families.
  • Developed treatment plans to outline steps necessary for clients to achieve goals.
  • Conducted follow-up assessments to monitor clients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
  • Provided crisis intervention to support clients during times of urgent need.
  • Documented client progress to track effectiveness and inform future treatment plans.

Graduate Research Assistant

Heal Lab
01.2024 - Current
  • Met regularly with research team to identify issues and maintain study alignment with objectives.
  • Recruited participants for research study
  • Participated in regular meetings with project supervisors, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
  • Conducted extensive background research on specific topics, establishing a strong foundation for project success.
  • Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.

Graduate Research Assistant

University Of Texas At Tyler
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Enhanced research quality by conducting thorough literature reviews and synthesizing findings.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
  • Met regularly with research team to identify issues and maintain study alignment with objectives.

Behavior Technician

Autism Home Support Services
02.2021 - 08.2022
  • Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for clients.
  • Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
  • Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
  • Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
  • Assisted in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Psychology

The University of Texas At Tyler
Texas

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
08.2019

Skills

  • Presentations
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Test Administration
  • Individual Therapy
  • Clinical interviewing
  • Neuropsychological Testing
  • Behavioral observation
  • Mental Health Assessment

Timeline

Master Intern

Kranz Psychological Service
04.2024 - Current

Therapy Intern

The Barefoot Therapist
01.2024 - Current

Graduate Research Assistant

Heal Lab
01.2024 - Current

Graduate Research Assistant

University Of Texas At Tyler
08.2022 - 12.2022

Behavior Technician

Autism Home Support Services
02.2021 - 08.2022

Master of Science - Clinical Psychology

The University of Texas At Tyler

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Northern Illinois University

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