Diligent Registered Mental Health Therapist with strong foundation in therapeutic practices and client-centered care. Provided effective counseling solutions, positively impacting client well-being through individualized treatment plans. Demonstrated proficiency in crisis intervention and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Healthy Connections CMHC
01.2021 - Current
Provide psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, teens, and parents.
Facilitated psychoeducation to children and parents at school sites.
Perform a biopsychosocial assessment, master treatment plan, and discharge plan for the children.
Utilized various therapy techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology and triumph steps transformative coaching.
Attend weekly staff meetings.
Paraprofessional II
Miami Dade County Public Schools
01.2016 - 01.2021
Worked with an autistic student to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff.
Competent in collecting data for behavioral and academic progress, interpreting behavioral and social cues and nuances, supporting the student's programs in a manner that will enable him to reach his fullest academic and emotional/social potential.
Qualified to initiate and follow through with behavioral interventions, such as cognitive behavioral therapy.
Communicated with the student and other teachers on a regular basis.
Graduate Intern
Dade Family Counseling, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2020
Facilitated psychoeducational groups for women with domestic violence, abuse, and anger diagnosis.
Completed assessments and treatment plans for clients with various mental health diagnosis.
Worked with lead therapist to plan responsive groups regarding psychological or emotional problems such as stress management and domestic violence prevention.
Supported women from diverse backgrounds experiencing psychological distress and issues regarding domestic violence, abuse and anger.
Provided parenting skills in individual counseling.
Maintained confidentiality and ethical standards for Mental Health services.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Trinity International University
05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English
Caldwell College
12.1996
Skills
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, Grief Therapy, and Positive Psychology
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
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