Offering strong interpersonal skills and deep understanding of psychological principles, with readiness to learn and grow in clinical environment. Brings ability to conduct thorough assessments and develop effective treatment plans. Ready to use and develop skills in client assessment and therapeutic intervention in the Forensic Unit at the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department. role.
Hi, I’m
Monique Cecil
Houston,TX
Summary
Overview
6
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
2
Certificates
Work History
Life Relief Project
Volunteer Life Coach
01.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Applied cognitive behavioral techniques to help individuals achieve personal goals
- Encouraged clients to set and achieve reasonable goals on weekly basis.
- Facilitated group sessions and learning discussions to further objectives.
- Helped clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
- Connected clients with available resources to improve plan success.
- Utilized active listening skills to identify underlying client needs and develop targeted strategies accordingly.
- Continuously updated knowledge in the field of life coaching through professional development opportunities including conferences, trainings, and literature reviews.
Gemini Legal Pros
Paralegal and Legal Case Manager
12.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Managed legal case files, conducted research, and collaborated with legal teams for case preparation
- Familiar with family and juvenile law
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
Education
Walden UniversityMinneapolis, MN
Ph.D. from Clinical Psychology (Forensic Focus)
08.2023 - Current
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Quantitative Reasoning & Analysis, Tests and Measurements, Research Design
- Relevant Coursework: Cognitive Assessment , Personality Assessment
- Member of Psi Chi Honor Society
- GPA: 3.60
- Ranked in Top 15% of class
- Dissertation: The Effectiveness of Mental Health Courts in Reducing Recidivism
Colorado Technical UniversityColorado Springs, CO
Master of Science from Criminal Justice
University Overview
Relevant Coursework: Court Service Management, Criminology and Public Policy
Colorado Technical UniversityDenver, CO
Bachelor of Science from Cybercrime and Security
University Overview
Relevant Coursework: Juvenile Delinquency, Victimology, Criminal Law
Skills
Forensic Psychology
Certification
Licensed Private Investigator, Texas, 10/01/20
Websites
Timeline
Walden University
Ph.D. from Clinical Psychology (Forensic Focus)
08.2023 - Current
Volunteer Life Coach
Life Relief Project
01.2020 - Current
Paralegal and Legal Case Manager
Gemini Legal Pros
12.2018 - Current
Colorado Technical University
Master of Science from Criminal Justice
5 2022
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor of Science from Cybercrime and Security
5 2020
Licensed Private Investigator 2020
Licensed Private Investigator 2020
Company and Individual License
Research And Academic Involvement
Research And Academic Involvement
- Ph.D. Research Projects, Focused on ethical considerations and methodological rigor in forensic psychology.
- Fraud Research, Developed predictive models using regression analysis to study fraud patterns.
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