Nikolas Kasakov
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate psychology graduate with extensive academic experience and practical knowledge gained from working in a mental health facility for one year. Skilled in conducting assessments, delivering therapeutic support, and assisting individuals in effectively managing mental health challenges. Seeking an opportunity to utilize skills and knowledge to make a meaningful contribution within a professional mental health environment. Skilled Mental Health Technician with Psychology degree and extensive mental health services background. Supported numerous patients in large residential treatment facility and played key role in achievement of positive patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychology Intern
Gracepoint Wellness
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups, and outings for clients.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
- Remained energetic and demonstrated passion for helping clients by applying active listening.
- Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results, and recommended improvements.
- Evaluated dynamics of different personnel groups through range of planned activities and programs.
- Identified psychological, emotional or behavioral issues and diagnosed disorders using information obtained from evaluation techniques.
Mental Health Technician
Gracepoint Wellness
04.2024 - Current
- Provide direct support to patients, assisting with day-to-day activities and managing behaviors in a residential or inpatient setting
- Assist in the implementation of individualized treatment plans under the supervision of licensed psychologists and psychiatrists
- Observe and document patient progress, including any behavioral changes, mood shifts, and responses to treatments
- Facilitate group therapy sessions, focusing on topics like coping strategies, stress management, and emotional regulation
- Provide crisis intervention when necessary, de-escalating situations to ensure patient safety and well-being
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
Animal Care Technician
Bulgarian Animal Shelter
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Educated caregivers and pet owners on animal care, nutrition, and disease management.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
- Assisted with development of animal behavior modification plans.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL06-2025
Skills
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Crisis intervention
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) fundamentals
- Assessment & Documentation
- Mental health awareness
- Professionalism
- Psychological assessment
- Counseling
- FLUENT IN English, Spanish, and Bulgarian
- Deep knowledge of psychology
- Crisis handling
- Substance abuse counseling
Certification
- First Aid & CPR Certified, [Certification Body], [Month, Year]
- Mental Health First Aid, [Certification Body], [Month, Year]
References
Available upon request.
Professional Development
- [Conference/Seminar Name], mental health trends and therapeutic practices, [Year]
- Participated in continuing education workshops on psychological assessments and treatment interventions.
Languages
Bulgarian
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
I am interested in many different aspects of psychology such as forensic psychology and aspects of clinical psychology I am interested in forensic psychology due to the crime documentaries that I watch all the time and showing interest in the psychological aspect of those killers because how can someone have no remorse or emotions for their actions Some aspects of clinical psychology that I find the most interesting is certain neurological disorders such as Alzeimers because I have family history with Alzeimer's since my grandma had it, it really made me realize how sad it is and the fact that there isn't any cure for it makes it even more interesting
Timeline
Psychology Intern
Gracepoint Wellness
08.2024 - 12.2024
Mental Health Technician
Gracepoint Wellness
04.2024 - Current
Animal Care Technician
Bulgarian Animal Shelter
05.2021 - 08.2021
- First Aid & CPR Certified, [Certification Body], [Month, Year]
- Mental Health First Aid, [Certification Body], [Month, Year]
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of South Florida
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