Mary-Celeste Kelley
Redlands,CA
Summary
Passionate MFT trainee dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the youth community. Specializing in DBT, EFT, and CBT approaches, I am committed to fostering emotional regulation and interpersonal skills in adolescents. With a client-centered approach, I strive to provide compassionate and effective mental health support, empowering young clients to navigate challenges and achieve positive growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Developmental Specialist
Boys and Girls Club
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed individual and group programs to encourage prosocial behaviors.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Residential Youth Counselor
All Of God's Children STRTP
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Served as a liaison between families and residential program staff members regarding resident progress updates or concerns that arose during their stay at the facility.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions that fostered personal growth and self-reflection among participants.
- Educated clients on managing mental health disorders and identifying signs and symptoms of relapse.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
Residential Youth Counselor
Creekside STRTP
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Communicated behavior choices to residents by outlining positive and negative consequences of choices.
- Acted as a positive role model for residents, modeling healthy behavior and encouraging personal growth through both words and actions.
- Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
- Reduced conflicts among residents through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Caregiver, Special Needs
Care.com Inc
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Evaluated client progress toward established annual and quarterly goals.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication regarding care plans.
- Improved clients'' communication skills through tailored speech therapy exercises and activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage Family Therapy
Northcentral University
07.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA03.2022
Skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Adolescent Counseling
- Empathy Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Cultural Awareness
- Mindfulness Practices
- Self-Care Strategies
Meditation
Regular practitioner of mindfulness meditation techniques, fostering personal well-being and emotional resilience. Integrates mindfulness principles into daily life and professional practice, promoting self-awareness, stress reduction, and empathetic presence in client interactions.
Additional Information
Availability: Open to flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate client needs and organizational requirements.
Timeline
Youth Developmental Specialist
Boys and Girls Club
08.2022 - 05.2023
Residential Youth Counselor
Creekside STRTP
01.2022 - 06.2022
Residential Youth Counselor
All Of God's Children STRTP
11.2021 - 11.2022
Caregiver, Special Needs
Care.com Inc
01.2017 - 01.2019
Master of Arts - Marriage Family Therapy
Northcentral University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California, Riverside