Nikki Karagiannis
Apple Valley,CA
Summary
I am seeking the opportunity to work in a responsible and challenging position that will utilize my experiences and abilities. My goal is to accomplish all work effectively and excel in navigating future challenges. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Clinician
KC Inspire
Apple Valley, California
06.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with treatment team to advocate for patients' needs and help shape effective treatment plans.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Talked with family members during period when patients could not self-advocate.
- Evaluated clients' interests, abilities and needs alongside clinical presentations to develop targeted treatment plans.
- Modified treatment activities or approaches as needed to comply with changes in clients' status.
Associate Clinician
Trinity Youth Services
Apple Valley, California
02.2026 - Current
- Responded effectively in crisis situations to deliver skilled support and stabilize situations.
- Developed therapeutic treatment plans in both medical and community-based settings.
- Collaborated with treatment team to advocate for patients' needs and help shape effective treatment plans.
- Offered individual counseling to individuals and family members to help work through depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
Clinical Intern
Wellness Ranch
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
10.2024 - 01.2026
- Maintained clinical documentation of goals and progress.
- Managed caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches.
- Revised treatment plans in consultation with clinical psychiatrist based on patient progress.
- Led group therapy for students with focus on self-advocacy and empowerment.
- Delivered appropriate therapy based on diagnosis and individual needs.
- Followed consistent safety procedures, maintained visible animal identification and checked tags to minimize care errors.
- Promoted optimal animal health by feeding and watering on regular schedule.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Action Behavioral Center/ ABA Therapy
San Antonio, TX
05.2021 - 11.2024
- Administered direct client care using intensive teaching and natural environment training to follow and apply prescribed behavioral skill acquisition.
- Maintained strict confidentiality concerning client's mental and medical diagnosis and other confidential personal matters.
- Incorporated Applied Behavior Analysis therapy interventions and techniques to support individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
- Maintained objective session notes and accurate records to organize, model and review behavior as well as progress information.
- Organized social activities to help patients apply new skills in public settings.
- Maintained safe, organized and therapeutic environment to enhance patient comfort.
Leasing Agent
Blue Swan/ Solara apartments
San Antonio, TX
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Worked with public and management to facilitate move-ins and leasing plans
- Promoted property to businesses in local area through marketing collateral, phone calls and email messages.
- Developed strong, professional relationships with residents by delivering exemplary service and engagement.
- Led property tours to showcase amenities to prospective tenants and offered valuable information regarding major features.
- Escalated critical issues to property manager to deliver immediate resolution.
- Implemented online advertising and other marketing initiatives to generate interest from individuals and businesses.
Assistant manager
Thin air Extreme sports
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Communicated well with young children, parents, other adults and fellow team members to smoothly handle guest and business needs.
- Delivered high level of customer service through prompt issue resolution and dynamic attention to detail.
- Resolved guest concerns or complaints and kept supervisors informed of escalating situations.
- Served guests with enthusiastic, helpful demeanor to promote positive, memorable experiences.
- Cleaned rides to mitigate spread of germs by wiping down handles and removing trash.
Maxwell’s Restaurant
01.2004 - 01.2015
- Effectively communicated with customers, properly handled currency transactions, responsible for supply and inventory purchases, and customer interactions.
Education
PsyD - Clinical Psychology
Meridian University
Petaluma, CAMaster of Arts -
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA01-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12-2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX01-2019
High School Diploma -
Academy of Academic Excellence
Apple Valley, CA06-2015
Skills
- Great communication skills
- Honest and reliable with monetary situations
- Experienced with most computer technology such as excel and microsoft Write 42 WPM
- Food Handlers Card Since 2011
- Generosity to help others
- Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Treatment implementation
- Behavioral Intervention
Timeline
Associate Clinician
KC Inspire
06.2026 - Current
Associate Clinician
Trinity Youth Services
02.2026 - Current
Clinical Intern
Wellness Ranch
10.2024 - 01.2026
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Action Behavioral Center/ ABA Therapy
05.2021 - 11.2024
Leasing Agent
Blue Swan/ Solara apartments
01.2019 - 01.2021
Assistant manager
Thin air Extreme sports
01.2016 - 01.2018
Maxwell’s Restaurant
01.2004 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Academy of Academic Excellence
Associate of Arts - Psychology
San Antonio College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Texas
Master of Arts -
Pepperdine University
PsyD - Clinical Psychology
Meridian University