Megan Buncher
Trabuco Canyon,CA
Summary
Dedicated Marriage and Family Therapy graduate with clinical experience in individual and group psychotherapy for adults affected by complex trauma and interpersonal violence. Expertise in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and emotional regulation. Developed and facilitated therapeutic groups and workshops, collaborating with educators and community partners to create tailored interventions that enhance client safety and emotional well-being.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Mentor & Group Facilitator
UPLIFT Youth Foundation
08.2021 - Current
- Facilitated emotional-regulation sessions and taught mindfulness tools to enhance coping strategies for individuals facing stress and trauma.
- Collaborated with school counselors to tailor programs that foster emotional well-being and resilience in students.
- Lead community partnership events to promote mental health awareness and healing resources (e.g. Boys and Girls Club, NAMI, Orange County Department of Education).
- Delivered public presentations promoting accessible mental health resources and interventions focused on resilience.
MFT Trainee
Laura’s House
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Managed caseload of ~7 clients, delivering individual psychotherapy to adults with complex trauma, fostering resilience and recovery.
- Provide crisis interventions and safety planning to clients experiencing severe interpersonal violence.
- Design and deliver at least one workshop per quarter with thoughtful curricula to meet the population’s needs (i.e. Trauma-Informed Mindfulness, Teen Emotional Regulation).
- Provided crisis interventions and safety planning for clients facing severe interpersonal violence, ensuring immediate support and safety.
- Supervised by Victoria Clayton, LMFT
Instructor, Student Advisor, & Administrator
EPIC Yoga
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Teach yoga classes incorporating trauma-informed mindfulness practices to nurture a sense of safety among participants.
- Cultivated trust-based relationships with guests through individualized care.
- Curated promotional campaigns and organized charity initiatives to enhance community engagement and support.
Student President
UPLIFT at UCLA - University of California, Los Angeles
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Created inclusive space for students to foster meaningful peer connections.
- Facilitated workshops on mindful coping skills to enhance stress management accessibility for college students.
- Coordinated with admin to develop mental wellness initiatives targeting barriers to emotional well-being.
Education
Master of Science - Marriage and Family Therapy
University of Southern California, Rossier School of Education
05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Los Angeles
06-2023
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Individual counseling
- Trauma-informed care
- Community engagement
- Case management
Certification
40-Hr Domestic Violence Advocacy Training — July 2025, Cultural Humility Training — May 2025, Youth Trauma-Informed Care Training — February 2025, Suicide Prevention Training — December 2024, CPR/AED Certified — September 2026, 200-Hr Teen Yoga Teacher Certified — July 2021
PRESENTATIONS
- Youth Engagement in Student Wellness Centers — July 2023: Presented to 100+ Orange County Department of Education board members and educators calling to prioritize youth mental health in the school setting. Highlighted mindfulness-based coping and social-emotional learning as effective interventions for struggling students.
- Mindfulness for Adolescent Mental Health — June 2023: Presented an outline of mindfulness coping strategies as an accessible intervention for adolescents struggling with mental health to 50+ nonprofit leaders and staff, awarding a $3,000 grant to UPLIFT Youth Foundation.
Timeline
MFT Trainee
Laura’s House
06.2025 - 06.2026
Instructor, Student Advisor, & Administrator
EPIC Yoga
10.2023 - 06.2024
Student President
UPLIFT at UCLA - University of California, Los Angeles
01.2022 - 06.2023
Youth Mentor & Group Facilitator
UPLIFT Youth Foundation
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Los Angeles
Master of Science - Marriage and Family Therapy
University of Southern California, Rossier School of Education