Saige Mia Gonzalez
Bronx,NY
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Provider
Magic Garden Daycare
06.2021 - Current
- Supported children's emotional regulation, social skill development, and daily routines.
- Facilitated age-appropriate learning and creative activities.
- Observed behavioral and developmental needs and communicated relevant observations to supervisors.
- Ensured safety and consistent caregiving within a fast-paced environment.
Camp Counselor
Haverstraw Day Camp
07.2018 - Current
- Supervised groups of 6-7-year-old children, promoting positive peer interactions and modeling prosocial behavior.
- Supported children during emotional and behavioral challenges using calm, encouraging communication.
- Collaborated with co-counselors and communicated with parents regarding child well-being.
Practicum Student Counselor (in progress)
La Salle Academy
New York, New York
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Currently enrolled in a graduate-level clinical practicum focused on developing foundational counseling skills.
- Expected responsibilities include individual and group counseling with high school-aged students, clinical documentation, and supervision.
Sales Associate
Anthropologie (URBN)
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Delivered supportive, patient, and client-focused customer service.
- Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving in a high-demand environment.
- Collaborated with staff to maintain an organized and efficient workplace.
Education
M.S. - Mental Health Counseling
Manhattan University
Bronx, NY05.2027
B.S. - Psychology, Religious Studies
Manhattan University
Bronx, NY05.2025
Skills
- SPSS and Qualtrics
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Client assessment
- Behavior observation
- Collaborative communication
- Special needs experience
Campus Community Involvement
- Intramural Sports, Intramural Soccer Team and Executive Board Member - Manhattan University, Captain, Intramural Volleyball Team - Responsible for coordinating team communication, scheduling game reminders, and facilitating teamwork during practices and matches.
- Alpha Pi Phi Sorority, Advisor & Alumna, Coordinated philanthropic and community events including Alzheimer's fundraising initiatives., Organized group meetings, facilitated collaborative planning, and supported member engagement.
Community Volunteer Activities
- Packaged cookies for children with cancer as part of a community-based service initiative.
- Assisted children with autism in developing basic soccer and movement skills in a supportive environment.
- Participated in sustainability-oriented volunteer events with the NYC Fair Trade Coalition.
- Participated in Alzheimer's and Breast Cancer Awareness Walks.
Professional Interests
- Adolescent mental health
- Relationship and family dynamics
- Anxiety and emotional regulation
- Media influence on relationships and identity
- Multicultural and trauma-informed counseling practices
Languages
- English, Fluent
- American Sign Language, Basic
Presentations
Research presentation for undergraduate capstone project, 2025, Manhattan University
Research
Independent Undergraduate Capstone Research, 2024-2025, Manhattan University, Designed and conducted a research study examining how media influences expectations in romantic relationships., Developed survey instruments, collected data, and analyzed quantitative results using SPSS., Presented findings in an academic setting.
Timeline
Practicum Student Counselor (in progress)
La Salle Academy
01.2026 - 06.2026
Sales Associate
Anthropologie (URBN)
05.2024 - 08.2024
Child Care Provider
Magic Garden Daycare
06.2021 - Current
Camp Counselor
Haverstraw Day Camp
07.2018 - Current
M.S. - Mental Health Counseling
Manhattan University
B.S. - Psychology, Religious Studies
Manhattan University