Matthew Larsen
Tampa,FL
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
CJRP Lab - University Of South Florida
05.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
STAR Lab - University Of South Florida
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Perform statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Participate in meetings to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Collaborate with other researchers to develop successful research strategies.
- Work both independently and collaboratively in a research-oriented environment.
- Assist with recruiting and project summary.
Forensic Psychology Shadowing
Dr. Landrum And Dr. Beltran
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Observed multiple competency evaluations from two separate forensic psychologists.
- Received mentorship regarding clinical and forensic psychology.
- Learned about psychological tests and their specific usage.
- Documented interviews with patients.
- Learned importance of verbiage and knowledge of criminal justice system when speaking to those incarcerated.
- Asked relevant questions after interviews concluded.
- Participated in discussion towards decision after interviews concluded.
Mental Health and Drug Court Shadowing
19th Circuit
10.2022 - 10.2022
- Communicated with mental health professionals.
- Oversaw structuring before and after court.
- Watched mental health and drug court.
- Ask questions directly to practitioners after court.
- Listened to tips on how to speak to criminals who are suffering from mental health problems.
Mental Health Technician
Discovery Mood And Anxiety Program
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Conducted group therapy, especially regarding coping skills.
After School Counselor
Treasure Coast Classical Academy
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Counseled individuals and small groups of children, focusing on personal, social, and emotional growth and development.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty, and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Built productive, lasting connections with individual students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05.2024
Skills
- Foundation in Clinical Psychology
- Empathy
- Behavior Modification
- Group Therapy
- Data Collection
- Risk Management
- Conflict Management
- Statistical Analysis
- Strong Verbal Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
Timeline
Research Assistant
CJRP Lab - University Of South Florida
05.2024 - Current
Forensic Psychology Shadowing
Dr. Landrum And Dr. Beltran
07.2023 - 07.2023
Research Assistant
STAR Lab - University Of South Florida
02.2023 - 12.2023
Mental Health and Drug Court Shadowing
19th Circuit
10.2022 - 10.2022
Mental Health Technician
Discovery Mood And Anxiety Program
01.2022 - 07.2022
After School Counselor
Treasure Coast Classical Academy
08.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of South Florida