Oceanna Moore
SANTA BARBARA,CA
Summary
Innovative Marriage and Family Therapist Associate offering a strength-based approach to supporting client healing. AMFT license # 145187 combined with additional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Passionate about promoting mental health and fostering overall wellbeing for all clients, including those who are neurodivergent. Specialties include working with children, adolescents, young adults, and elderly.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist Trainee
New Beginnings Counseling Center
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing acute distress, ensuring safety and appropriate follow-up care.
- Supported clients in developing effective coping strategies for managing stressors, emotions, and relationships more productively via cognitive behavioral therapy.
- Co-facilitated twelve week CBT based Anxiety Skills group
- Fostered safety in therapeutic relationships for a broad range of client issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, self-esteem, PTSD, and life transitions
- Addressed cultural and diversity issues to provide clients with culturally responsive care.
- Completed thorough case documentation for each client, maintaining confidentiality and complying with industry standards.
School Based Therapist
Council of Alcohol & Drug Abuse
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical situations, ensuring safety of all students.
- Facilitated development of coping mechanisms for students experiencing stress or anxiety, enhancing their overall well-being and academic success.
- Developed strong rapport with students by actively listening and empathizing with their concerns, fostering trust in therapeutic relationships.
- Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing students with urgent needs while maintaining long-term progress for others.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills among students by empowering them to communicate their needs effectively both inside and outside classroom setting.
- Educated parents on mental health topics, enabling them to better support their children's needs outside of school hours.
- Collaborated with administrative team to organize a variety of non profit services for adolescents.
In Home Caregiver
Honor Home Care
11.2019 - 07.2022
- Initiated mental and emotional support for clients needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in caregiving approach to accommodate unique personality traits and preferences of each client.
- Continually pursued professional development opportunities to enhance skill set as In-Home Caregiver through workshops, conferences, or online courses.
- Adapted daily activities for clients struggling with cognitive decline due to aging-related conditions like Alzheimer's disease or dementia.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
Activity Director
Pacifica Senior Living
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Designed recreational programs for small and large groups of residents to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement
- Utilized evidence-based practices in facilitation of therapeutic interventions designed to alleviate symptoms associated with depression or anxiety disorders.
- Integrated cognitive stimulation techniques into daily programming for improved mental health outcomes among participants suffering from dementia or related conditions.
- Adapted programming in response to changing resident needs or interests, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to providing person-centered care.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to provide additional resources and opportunities for residents' enrichment.
- Addressed challenging behaviors exhibited by some residents during group settings through effective communication strategies that maintained a positive atmosphere.
- Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.
Education
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology -
Antioch University
Santa Barbara, CA12.2023
Bachelors of Arts, Applied Psychology -
Antioch University
Santa Barbara, CA06.2016
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Motivational Interviewing
- Suicide Prevention
- Group Therapy Facilitation
- Multicultural Competence
- Dementia Care
- Client Advocacy
Certification
- Crisis Intervention Certification, Red Cross, 2021
- Certified in CBT for 6 Types of Anxiety, Martin Antony, February 2024
- Certified Nursing Assistant, Santa Barbara City College, 2016
- Joyous Movement Dance Certification: dance and movement based therapy for stimulating memory in those with with dementia, Maravilla Senior Living, 2017
Timeline
Therapist Trainee
New Beginnings Counseling Center
03.2023 - 03.2024
School Based Therapist
Council of Alcohol & Drug Abuse
08.2022 - 01.2023
In Home Caregiver
Honor Home Care
11.2019 - 07.2022
Activity Director
Pacifica Senior Living
09.2017 - 05.2018
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology -
Antioch University
Bachelors of Arts, Applied Psychology -
Antioch University
- Crisis Intervention Certification, Red Cross, 2021
- Certified in CBT for 6 Types of Anxiety, Martin Antony, February 2024
- Certified Nursing Assistant, Santa Barbara City College, 2016
- Joyous Movement Dance Certification: dance and movement based therapy for stimulating memory in those with with dementia, Maravilla Senior Living, 2017
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