Paulina Garcia Gonzalez
Orange County,CA
Summary
Bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, committed to supporting the emotional well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a background in residential treatment and academic training in psychology and Spanish, I bring strong cultural sensitivity and a client-centered approach to care. Passionate about advocating for youth mental health, strengthening family relationships, and creating safe, healing environments for diverse communities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)
Crittenton Services for Children and Families
Fullerton, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with agency and state standards.
- Develop and implement treatment plans focused on emotional regulation, trauma recovery, behavioral goals, and family communication.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy to children and adolescents ages 8-17 in a residential treatment setting.
- Serve as an on-call clinician providing crisis response, emotional support, and stabilization when needed.
Graduate Practicum Student for Unaccompanied Minor
Crittenton Services for Children and Families
Fullerton, CA
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams, including case managers, psychiatrists, and residential staff, to ensure trauma-informed care and holistic care.
- Developed and maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy to children and adolescents ages 8-17 in a residential treatment setting.
Educator, Lead Brand Representative
Lululemon and Abercrombie & Fitch
Costa Mesa and San Diego , CA
06.2021 - 05.2024
- Trained and mentored new hires on store procedures, customer service standards, and sales techniques.
- Worked collaboratively with team members and management to achieve store targets and improve operations.
- Delivered excellent customer service by assisting shoppers, answering questions, and ensuring a positive in-store experience.
- Built strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills in a high-paced retail setting.
Education
Master of Arts (MA) - Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT)
Pepperdine University
Irvine, CA04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Chapman University
Orange, CA08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Chapman University
Orange, CA08-2021
Skills
- Child and adolescent psychotherapy
- Group therapy facilitation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma-informed care
- Treatment planning and assessment
- Empathy and emotional attunement
- Documentation and record-keeping
- Spanish and English, Native or Bilingual
Volunteer Experience
- Giving Children Hope, Buena Park, CA, Graduate Volunteer, 01/22, 12/22, Organized, packed, and distributed food, home supplies, toys, and small appliances to families in need., Worked collaboratively with team members to meet daily distribution goals and maintain an organized workspace.
- Hollywood PAL, Los Angeles, CA, Graduate Volunteer, 01/22, 12/22, Assisted children with math and reading homework, providing one-on-one academic support, while offering patience and encouragement along the way.
- A Quarter Blue, Orange, CA, Undergraduate Intern, 01/19, 12/20, Assisted the owner and manager with daily operations, including organizing files, managing paperwork, and handling phone communications.
Timeline
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)
Crittenton Services for Children and Families
04.2024 - Current
Graduate Practicum Student for Unaccompanied Minor
Crittenton Services for Children and Families
05.2023 - 04.2024
Educator, Lead Brand Representative
Lululemon and Abercrombie & Fitch
06.2021 - 05.2024
Master of Arts (MA) - Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT)
Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Chapman University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Chapman University