Saanya Maini
Ashburn,Virginia
Summary
Crisis text line counselor, NAMI Helpline Specialist, and experienced tutor with strong conflict management and educational skills. Proficient in assessing mental conditions, creating personalized learning and treatment plans, and reinforcing positive behaviors. Skilled in delivering emotional support, active listening, and tailored educational strategies in reading and math for improved student outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tutor
EduTutorVA
01.2024 - Current
- Designs and delivers targeted reading and math lessons for FCPS students, boosting their academic performance.
- Participates in workshops to align tutoring strategies with FCPS standards, enhancing student engagement and success.
- Utilizes innovative techniques and technologies to support diverse learning needs, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving.
Counselor
Crisis Text Line
04.2023 - Current
- Trained in immediate crisis intervention, emotional support, active listening, collaborative problem solving, and safety planning.
- Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society
Student Intern
George Mason University
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Checked in and out test materials
- Archived files for efficient record-keeping
- Greeted clients and managed their appointments professionally
- Ensured the cleanliness and maintenance of therapy rooms for a conducive environment
Intern
Safe Haven Space
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Reaching out to organizations, professionals, and community members to coordinate for our programs
- Researching new local organizations to partner with and set up possible collaboration opportunities
- Maintaining our ongoing relationship with local organizations
- Email coordination and drafting emails
- Attend outreach events once a month
Staff Volunteer
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with other researchers to develop successful outreach strategies
- Connected refugees with available and relevant mental health resources
- Acted as main point of contact between management, clinical staffs and external community
Emotional Support Line Caller
George Mason University
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Trained in using evidence-informed approach to address acute issues and provide screening for problems that require more intensive treatment
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement
- Engaged callers in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions
Intern
IHeart Principles
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports
- Helped improve their mental health educational program for elementary and middle school students
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge
Education
B.A. - Psychology, Minor in Clinical Psychology
George Mason University
05.2024
Skills
- Computer proficiency in SPSS, R Studio, MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint
- Effective oral communication and oral skills exhibited through volunteering
- Project management skills exhibited through internships
- Critical thinking and presentation skills exhibited through student activities
Certification
Skills for Psychological Recovery (SPR)
Languages
Hindi
Professional Working
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Tutor
EduTutorVA
01.2024 - Current
Student Intern
George Mason University
08.2023 - 12.2023
Intern
Safe Haven Space
06.2023 - 09.2023
Staff Volunteer
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Counselor
Crisis Text Line
04.2023 - Current
Emotional Support Line Caller
George Mason University
08.2022 - 07.2023
Intern
IHeart Principles
06.2022 - 08.2022
B.A. - Psychology, Minor in Clinical Psychology
George Mason University
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