Nyia Hamilton
Katy,USA
Summary
Behavioral health and education professional with experience in leading initiatives that improve access to care, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and support high-needs populations. Brings experience spanning clinical assessment, program implementation, crisis management, and educational leadership across diverse settings such as school, hospital, telehealth, and community settings. Committed to advancing equitable mental health services through strategic leadership and innovative program development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Therapist
Houston Behavioral Hospital
Houston, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Collaborate daily with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, nurses, case managers, utilization review staff, and discharge planners to facilitate patient care and discharge planning.
- Manage a behavioral health caseload of approximately 17 patients while coordinating treatment planning across multidisciplinary teams.
- Facilitate over 110+ psychoeducational and therapeutic groups, promoting patient engagement, coping skills, and recovery-focused programming.
Clinical Assessor
Texas Care Center
Houston, TX
05.2025 - Current
- Determine appropriate levels of care, formulate clinical recommendations, and support diagnostic decision-making to ensure clients receive appropriate services.
- Analyze clinical information from multiple sources to inform evidence-based recommendations and care planning.
- Conducted comprehensive psycho-social assessments, gathering demographic information to inform client care planning
School-Based Mental Health Counselor
KIPP Journey Primary
Sugar Land, TX
07.2024 - 01.2026
- Led campus behavioral health initiatives supporting approximately 1,200 students while collaborating with administrators, educators, families, and community partners to improve student outcomes.
- Facilitated 50+ Section 504 meetings, bringing together multidisciplinary stakeholders to develop compliant accommodations and promote student success.
- Delivered professional development sessions for educators on trauma-informed practices, CPS reporting requirements, and effective family communication strategies.
Mental Health Counselor II
Depelchin Children's Center
Houston, TX
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Coordinated referrals and follow-up services while monitoring progress toward treatment goals.
- Provided counseling, family coaching, and community referrals via telehealth and in-person services, facilitating access to comprehensive mental health support
- Supported organizational objectives through timely documentation, case management, and interdisciplinary communication.
Health Educator
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Implemented the Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) program in secondary schools, partnering with educators and administrators to ensure program fidelity.
- Developed educational resources, training materials, and evaluation tools to support behavioral health programming.
- Facilitated presentations and workshops promoting mental health awareness and early intervention.
TCHATT Counselor
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Delivered telehealth behavioral health services, crisis assessments, and consultation to students and families across multiple districts.
- Managed high-priority cases requiring rapid assessment, collaboration, and resource coordination.
- Coordinated with school counselors and administrators to ensure effective implementation of behavioral health supports.
Student Coordinator
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Supervised 10 peer mentors supporting more than 200 first-year students, providing leadership development and program coordination.
- Planned and executed a freshman networking event attended by 150+ students, increasing engagement and community building.
- Analyzed participation trends and developed reports to inform future programming and student success initiatives.
Virtual School Site Coordinator/Teacher
Aftermath Academy
Memphis, TN
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented educational programs aligning with school goals.
- Managed communication among parents, teachers, and community stakeholders.
- Oversaw daily operations of school site, including class scheduling and logistics.
Pre-K Substitute Teacher
Briarcrest Christian School
Memphis, TN
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Facilitated learning activities that fostered emotional and social growth, enabling students to develop essential soft skills
- Liaised with parents, students, and school staff to enhance behavior habits for 18-23 students
- Demonstrated collaboration, communication, and problem-solving strategies to support students in overcoming challenges
Residence Counselor
Eagle Hill School
Hardwick, MA
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided individualized support and tutoring to struggling students, enhancing academic performance and personal growth
- Facilitated weekly group meetings for 18-25 students on dorm life topics, promoting healthy habits and positive relationships
- Evaluated student work to identify learning gaps, monitor effort, and give written feedback
Education
Ed.D - Educational Leadership, Special Populations
University of Houston
Houston, TX12-2027
M.Ed. - Educational Psychology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-2023
B.A. - Psychology
Pomona College
Claremont, CA05-2018
Skills
- Program Implementation
- Program Evaluation
- Project Coordination
- Care Coordination
- Community Partnerships
- Training and Development
- Process Improvement
- Compliance & Documentation
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor, 95017, Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council, Exp: 12/31/27
- Elementary Education K-6, 1429853, Florida Department of Education, Exp: 06/30/26
- Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) Instructor, UT Southwestern Medical Center
- TESOL, 25262, UNI-Prep Institute
Timeline
Inpatient Therapist
Houston Behavioral Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Clinical Assessor
Texas Care Center
05.2025 - Current
School-Based Mental Health Counselor
KIPP Journey Primary
07.2024 - 01.2026
Mental Health Counselor II
Depelchin Children's Center
01.2024 - 07.2024
Health Educator
Texas A&M University
08.2023 - 01.2024
TCHATT Counselor
Texas A&M University
01.2023 - 08.2023
Student Coordinator
Texas A&M University
08.2021 - 12.2022
Virtual School Site Coordinator/Teacher
Aftermath Academy
09.2020 - 08.2021
Pre-K Substitute Teacher
Briarcrest Christian School
08.2019 - 04.2020
Residence Counselor
Eagle Hill School
09.2018 - 06.2019
Ed.D - Educational Leadership, Special Populations
University of Houston
M.Ed. - Educational Psychology
Texas A&M University
B.A. - Psychology
Pomona College