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Nikki McIntyre

Pittsburgh

Summary

Highly ambitious clinical mental health counseling intern with 4 years of experience in a mental health facility. Demonstrated expertise in coordinating and implementing therapeutic individual and group sessions, utilizing a wide range of techniques including rapport-building activities, reflection, validation, trauma-informed counseling, art therapy, chair yoga, and SMART interventions. Skilled in effectively working with diverse populations of children, adolescents, adults, veterans, and seniors facing mental health challenges. Passionate and dedicated to making a positive impact on individuals through creative and tailored therapeutic outlets that address their specific needs. Committed to fostering empathy and effective communication to facilitate growth and healing.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern

Pittsburgh Action Against Rape
05.2024 - Current
  • Increased client engagement in therapy by building rapport and utilizing active listening techniques during individual counseling sessions.
  • Developed culturally sensitive therapeutic approaches tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse clientele.
  • Collaborated with families and caregivers to promote understanding of their loved one''s mental health needs, facilitating a supportive home environment conducive to recovery.
  • Supported clients in addressing sexual assault abuse issues by providing psychoeducation on trauma and facilitating referrals to specialized treatment programs.
  • Utilized trauma-informed care principles when working with individuals who have experienced significant adverse life events or stressors.
  • Documented client progress meticulously, maintaining accurate records in accordance with HIPAA regulations and professional ethical standards.

Teaching Artist /Engagement Specialist

Oakwood Creative Care
01.2019 - 11.2021
  • Developed and executed original concepts to provide monthly schedules of person-centered classes to experience emotional wellness, promote critical thinking, provide stimulation, reduce isolation
  • Facilitated art classes, group sessions, and provided one on one support through various art forms, music, gardening, chair yoga, and cognitive education
  • Established strong relationships with seniors, veterans, and adults with Alzheimer's, Dementia with physical and cognitive challenges deliver emotional support and companionship
  • Maintained and evaluated individual behavioral progress through charting, development of care plans, and monthly progress notes
  • Facilitated intergenerational programs with K-12, graduate students, and individuals with disabilities to encourage student development
  • Produced social media marketing, photography, newsletters, local interviews, and promotional artwork publicizing Dementia and Alzheimer's awareness
  • Redirected behavior using positive reinforcement


Shop Owner

Verna June
06.2013 - 12.2018
  • Create custom art design concepts using mixed media, high quality materials
  • Built and strengthened strategic relationships with vendors, advertising agencies and leading industry partners


Freelance Filmmaker

Independent Film Production Company
06.2004 - 06.2012
  • Completed pre-production planning, booked talent, locations, executed costumes, set design, special make-up effects, acting and promotional art
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for multiple independent film companies


Art Director

Clear Channel Entertainment
09.2004 - 11.2008
  • Managed, Mentored and lead special make-up effects to oversee 30 artists
  • Created 20 room custom set designs, props and costumes
  • Developed promotional art and set design concepts for KDKA Live: George A Romero's Fright Nights Commercial

Education

Master of Science - Counseling-Art Therapy

Pennsylvania Western University
Edinboro, PA
05-2025

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Studio Art

California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA
08-2013

Associate in Specialized Business - Tom Savini's Special Make -Up Effects

Douglas Education Center
Monessen, PA
06-2004

Skills

  • Client Advocacy
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Group Therapy Facilitation
  • Therapeutic Interventions
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Clear Effective Communication
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Engagement
  • Complex Creative Problem Solver
  • Enrichment Program Development

Accomplishments

  • Developed original art classes/ Head to Toe chair yoga: ALLE Learning Engage Encourage -memory care engagement program for individual needs of seniors at home and in rehabilitation centers.
  • Instructed virtual and in-person paint classes for non-profit organization fundraising for Oakwood Creative Care.
  • Award of Distinction, Emerging Visions Exhibition, York Arts Gallery, York, Pa.

Certification

  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification – Medical University of South Carolina.
  • Sexual Assault Counselor Certification-Pittsburgh Action Against Rape

Timeline

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern

Pittsburgh Action Against Rape
05.2024 - Current

Teaching Artist /Engagement Specialist

Oakwood Creative Care
01.2019 - 11.2021

Shop Owner

Verna June
06.2013 - 12.2018

Art Director

Clear Channel Entertainment
09.2004 - 11.2008

Freelance Filmmaker

Independent Film Production Company
06.2004 - 06.2012

Master of Science - Counseling-Art Therapy

Pennsylvania Western University

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Studio Art

California University of Pennsylvania

Associate in Specialized Business - Tom Savini's Special Make -Up Effects

Douglas Education Center

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