Qalbia Amin
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
MD
Summary
A dedicated mental health counseling intern and military spouse, I am committed to advancing community well-being through skilled therapeutic support, strategic event planning, and multilingual communication. With a strong foundation developed through roles at Forward Together Counseling and the American Red Cross, I bring experience working with refugee families on military bases, providing essential support to address their unique needs. Known for my conscientiousness and adaptability, I foster positive client relationships and possess a deep understanding of community service principles. I am ready to contribute meaningfully to a collaborative, client-centered environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
National Alliance on Mental Illness NAMI
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.
Volunteer
American Red Cross
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Assisted in disaster relief efforts, ensuring timely distribution of aid and supplies.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to children in needs.
- Increased cultural awareness with organization of multicultural festivals.
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
Forward Together Counseling
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Utilized creative approaches such as art or play therapy when working with younger clients or those who needed alternative methods to express their emotions.
- Developed rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication during therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with clinical supervisors, seeking guidance and feedback on cases to enhance overall counseling effectiveness.
- Conduct client phone screenings and assessments to determine suitability for services and schedule appointments.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Life Renewal Services
05.2024 - Current
- Improved clients'' coping skills through the implementation of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
- Contributed to clinical team meetings, sharing insights from individual counseling sessions to inform overall care planning decisions.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions for diverse populations, fostering a supportive environment and promoting interpersonal growth.
- Collaborated with families and caregivers to promote understanding of their loved one''s mental health needs, facilitating a supportive home environment conducive to recovery.
- Empowered clients to develop effective communication strategies and healthy boundaries within relationships through skill-building exercises.
- Developed culturally sensitive therapeutic approaches tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse clientele.
- Conducted play therapy sessions for child clients, promoting emotional expression and processing through age-appropriate activities.
- Evaluated client progress regularly to modify treatment plans as needed, ensuring continued growth and improvement in mental health functioning.
- Conducted crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute mental health issues, stabilizing their emotional state and connecting them with appropriate resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Brandman University
Irvine, CA06-2018
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Montgomery College
Takoma Park, MD05-2013
Skills
- Foreign language proficiency
- Fundraising
- Client relations strength
- Administrative tasks
- Urdu, Pashto, English and Hindi expertise
Multitasking Abilities
Emotional awareness
Team building
Problem-solving abilities
Event Planning
Professionalism
Mental health counseling
Motivational Interviewing
Mental Health Assessment
Child Development
Behavioral Health
Strategic Planning
Stress Management
Cultural competence
Therapy and counseling
Affiliations
- Member, Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society (CSI) Member, American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC)
- Member, Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society (CSI)
Certification
- SYMBIS (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts) Certified Facilitator
Languages
Urdu
Full Professional
Pashto
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
Work Preference
Work Type
InternshipPart TimeWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsWork-life balanceCareer advancementCompany CultureTimeline
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Life Renewal Services
05.2024 - Current
Volunteer
National Alliance on Mental Illness NAMI
01.2024 - Current
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
Forward Together Counseling
01.2024 - 05.2024
Volunteer
American Red Cross
03.2022 - 06.2022
- SYMBIS (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts) Certified Facilitator
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Brandman University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Montgomery College
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