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Sophia Reyna

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Lived experience with mental challenges, including diagnoses of Major Depressive Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder, beginning at age fourteen. Participated in both inpatient and outpatient treatment programs, where I developed coping strategies for emotional regulation, addictive behaviors, and overall mental wellbeing. Being on this journey has not only been severely difficult, it has allowed me to empathize with others and deeply connect with people who often feel misunderstood and helpless.


I am a strong believer in using music and dance to help cope with mental health challenges. With a background in music and dance and musical theatre, I enjoy connecting with others who share a love for the arts. I like to incorporate music or dancing whenever possible, as I believe they can be powerful tools for emotional expression and well-being.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified-peer-specialist

Volunteer

Autism Community Network
09.2023 - Current
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Assisted with special activities for children.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to families.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.

Mentor

Windmill Wellness Ranch
04.2025 - 05.2025
  • Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
  • Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
  • Guided mentees in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.
  • Adapted mentorship style based on individual mentee needs, enabling tailored interventions that drove better results than one-size-fits-all approaches.
  • Mastered SMART Recovery with clients

Education

Associate of Arts - Dance

Palo Alto College
San Antonio, TX

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Pace University
New York, NY

No Degree - Psychology

New York University
New York, NY

Skills

  • Mental health awareness
  • Substance abuse
  • Substance abuse support
  • Relapse prevention
  • Social skills
  • Behavior modeling
  • Goal setting
  • Empathy development
  • Self-care techniques
  • Emotional care
  • Team building
  • Suicide prevention

Timeline

Mentor

Windmill Wellness Ranch
04.2025 - 05.2025

Volunteer

Autism Community Network
09.2023 - Current

Certified-peer-specialist

Associate of Arts - Dance

Palo Alto College

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Pace University

No Degree - Psychology

New York University