Sasha Alvarado
Eatontown
Summary
Clinical professional skilled in overseeing patient care and guiding associate counselors to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability to evolving patient needs. Expertise in clinical assessments, treatment planning, and clinical skills development. Reliable leader known for fostering supportive and results-driven environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Supervisor
Inward Counseling
01.2024 - Current
- Provided mentorship and supervision to LPC candidates
Owner
Private Practice
01.2020 - Current
- Provide individual, couples, and family therapy
- Regularly attend training to continue to grow professionally
- Attend peer supervision
Middle School English Teacher
McGinnis Middle School
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to support diverse learning needs
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with students to enhance academic success
Mental Health Worker
Jersey City Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Supported patients in crisis intervention and behavioral health treatment
- Collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to develop and deliver patient-centered care
Education
PhD - Psychology
National University
05-2026
M.A. - School Counseling with LPC Qualification
Kean University
01.2014
B.A. - English Education
Kean University
01.2008
Skills
- Trauma-informed care
- Psychological research
- Clinical Counseling Expertise
- Clinical training
- Clinical assessment
- Staff development
- Quality assurance
- Clinical instruction
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS)
- Trauma and Disaster Certification (Rutgers)
- Eating Disorder Certification (Rutgers)
- Teacher of English (K-12)
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor
Inward Counseling
01.2024 - Current
Owner
Private Practice
01.2020 - Current
Middle School English Teacher
McGinnis Middle School
01.2016 - 01.2020
Mental Health Worker
Jersey City Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2015
M.A. - School Counseling with LPC Qualification
Kean University
B.A. - English Education
Kean University
PhD - Psychology
National University
Research Publications
Intergenerational Trauma and Post-Traumatic Growth in Second Generation Refugees: A Case Study. (In progress/ data analysis phase)
Clinical Professional Experience
- Private Practice Owner, Licensed Professional Counselor, 01/20, present
- Mental Health Worker, Jersey City Medical Center, 01/09, 12/15
- Clinical Supervisor, Inward Counseling, 01/24, present