Naomi Shepherd
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Compassionate advocate for mental health equity, specializing in supporting minority communities. Proven ability to create safe and welcoming environments while providing exceptional client support. Committed to destigmatizing mental health issues through education and outreach initiatives. Core competencies include empathy, communication, and community engagement.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
ABS Kids
Charlotte, NC
06.2024 - Current
- Collect relevant data, and support caregivers and teachers through applied behavior analysis therapy.
- Promote clients interpersonal development, engagement in social interactions and therapeutic activities.
- Maintain detailed records of sessions, including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports, and program updates.
- Facilitate the enhancement of clients' language abilities and emotional regulation.
- Support clients in developing self-help skills, such as dressing, toileting, and eating independently.
Graduate Assistant
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Greensboro, NC
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Executed multifaceted duties related to student support services within the university's academic entities.
- Organized events such as seminars, workshops, or conferences for undergraduate students.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from students regarding course content or requirements.
- Provided administrative support to department faculty.
Mentor
The Mentor Collective
Greensboro, NC
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided support, guidance, and advice to students at North Carolina A&T, engaging in conversations about their experiences, and linking them with resources to aid their success throughout their academic endeavors.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor mentee progress and adjust mentoring strategies as needed.
- Maintained up-to-date records of mentor and mentee interactions in order to track progress over time.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05-2026
Certficate in Marriage And Family Counseling
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05-2023
Skills
- Data collection
- Record keeping
- Intake screening
- Multicultural competence
- Group facilitation
- Progress monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking and organization
- Self-management strategies
- Team collaboration
- Treatment Planning
Timeline
Behavior Technician
ABS Kids
06.2024 - Current
Graduate Assistant
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
10.2023 - 05.2024
Mentor
The Mentor Collective
08.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
North Carolina A&T State University
Certficate in Marriage And Family Counseling
North Carolina A&T State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina A&T State University
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