Mitchell Cochran
Meeker,CO
Summary
Dedicated, deep-thinking, and compassionate mental health professional looking to apply knowledge of counseling and psychology to help create supportive and encouraging environments for youths, adults, and the community at large in the Garfield County and Rio Blanco County areas.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counselor
Trailhead Christian Counseling
06.2024 - Current
- Provide Christian counseling, family life education, and/or spiritual guidance by conducting individual counseling sessions for various personal, emotional, and familial issues.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Assist clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
Mentor / Classroom Attendant
Summit Ministries (Gap Year Program)
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Mentored and counseled individuals through challenging life transitions by providing personalized guidance and support rooted in the Christian spiritual tradition.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Assisted professors with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Guided students through the editing and revision process, helping them refine their work while maintaining their unique voice.
Administrative Assistant / Behavioral Health Consultant
Evangelion Medical
05.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based interventions and treatment plans.
- Streamlined administrative processes for increased productivity with thorough attention to detail.
- Supported senior project managers, efficiently handling administrative tasks and documentation.
Founder / Counselor
Hope Initiative Consulting
12.2020 - 08.2023
- Provided Christian counseling, family life education, and/or spiritual guidance by conducting individual counseling sessions for various personal, emotional, and familial issues.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
Education
Ph.D. - Theological Anthropology
Kairos University
Sioux Falls, SD05.2027
Master of Arts - Pastoral Counseling
Calvary University
Kansas City12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TX05.2020
Skills
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Counseling
- Public speaking ability
- Mental health support
- Building rapport
- Collaborative teamwork
- Youth engagement
- Crisis counseling
- Relationship building
- Professional communication
Certification
- Board of Christian Professional and Pastoral Counseling, Board Certified Christian Counselor, 2023
- National Council on Family Relations, Certified Family Life Educator – Provisional, 2020
References
- King Buchanan, PhD, LPsy | Clinical Psychologist | (806) 632-7955 | popbottles1954@gmail.com
- Cheryl Kaye Davis | Staff Mentor at Summit Ministries Gap Year | (316) 880-9032 | gapyear@summit.org
- Brandan Cruz, CFLE | Hospice Chaplain | (806) 474-7381 | blacklioncruz@yahoo.com
Timeline
Counselor
Trailhead Christian Counseling
06.2024 - Current
Mentor / Classroom Attendant
Summit Ministries (Gap Year Program)
08.2023 - 04.2024
Administrative Assistant / Behavioral Health Consultant
Evangelion Medical
05.2023 - Current
Founder / Counselor
Hope Initiative Consulting
12.2020 - 08.2023
Ph.D. - Theological Anthropology
Kairos University
Master of Arts - Pastoral Counseling
Calvary University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Lubbock Christian University