Rikki Aguilera
Grand Rapids,Michigan
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Summary
Master’s-level clinical counseling intern with experience in suicide risk assessment, CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care. Skilled in client communication, documentation, treatment planning, and referrals.
Motivated clinical counseling student with hands-on internship experience in intake assessments, individual and group therapy, and case documentation. Skilled in multicultural, trauma-informed care and collaborative support for clients across children, teens, adults, and couples. Ready to contribute strong communication, organization, and follow-through to counseling teams.
Work History
Clinical Counseling Intern
The Holistic Counseling Center
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Assisted with intake assessments, gathering background information and presenting concerns.
- Supported counseling sessions by maintaining accurate client records and treatment documentation.
- Coordinated referrals to campus and community resources for client support.
- Prepared session materials and updated confidential case files for counselor review.
- Communicated with clients to confirm appointments, explain services, and reinforce follow-up plans.
- Collaborated with supervisor to support assigned tasks and operational needs.
- Worked 15-20 hours weekly between in-person sessions, telehealth, and documentation,
Clinical Counseling Internship Program
Health for Life Counseling
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Managed individual therapy clients and co-led group therapy programs.
- Gained experience working with children, teens, adults, and couples.
- Assessed clients needs, built treatment plans, implemented interventions, and learned clinical paperwork.
- Worked with clinical supervision to develop case conceptualization and individualized treatment plans.
- Community outreach by engaging in mental health awareness workshops offered to Kent County.
Master's Level Internship Program
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Dedicated placement in an inpatient, outpatient, psychological testing, residential, or school setting.
- Received exposure to the full spectrum of clinical care and career options
- Opportunities to provide direct patient care within each specialization.
- Worked with a dedicated supervisor to receive constructive on-going evaluations on performance with clients as well as encouragement and mentoring to ensure a well-rounded experience.
- Didactic training, group supervision, and individual supervision.
- Shared experience with a cohort of 14 master's level interns.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids, MI05-2026
Skills
- Trauma-informed care
- Suicide risk assessment
- Motivational interviewing
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Person-centered Therapy
- Client assessment
Timeline
Clinical Counseling Intern
The Holistic Counseling Center
01.2026 - 05.2026
Clinical Counseling Internship Program
Health for Life Counseling
08.2025 - 12.2025
Master's Level Internship Program
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
01.2025 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Cornerstone University