Srishti Sarkar
Summary
Recently graduated with a Master of Counseling from Arizona State University and newly licensed as a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), Srishti is seeking opportunities to continue growing as a clinician. She has experience supporting clients with diverse behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs through assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and therapeutic intervention. Skilled in coordinating care, maintaining accurate clinical records, and supporting program operations, she is passionate about helping others and fostering meaningful therapeutic relationships. Srishti is eager to continue learning, expanding her clinical expertise, and providing compassionate, client-centered care
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Publicist
Freelancer
07.2022 - Current
- PR Pro with a knack for storytelling, a passion for people, and a proven talent
- Interviewed clients and telling their stories effectively and sensitively for various restaurant and nonprofit organizations. Clients include: Feringhee Modern Indian, Pretty Decent Concepts, one n ten, Cornerstone Healing Center, Another Round Another Rally, Merchantile of Scottsdale & Phoenix
- Enhanced brand reputation with successful crisis management tactics and timely response to negative press.
- Secured high-profile interviews for clients through targeted media pitching and relationship building.
- Increased media coverage by developing and implementing strategic publicity campaigns.
- Organized press conferences, product launches, and media events to maximize exposure for clients.
- Developed compelling press materials, including press releases, biographies, fact sheets, and talking points.
- Conducted media training sessions for clients to effectively present their message during interviews and public appearances.
- Monitored industry trends and news cycles to identify opportunities for client placements in relevant publications.
- Established strong relationships with key journalists, editors, producers, and influencers within the industry.
- Coordinated special events logistics, such as guest lists, invitations, venue selection, and promotional materials distribution.
Therapist Intern
Find Your Shine
Tempe, Arizona
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), person-centered therapy, and integrative interventions tailored to clients’ unique needs and goals.
- Provided individual counseling and co-facilitated group therapy sessions for clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral concerns, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
- Conducted comprehensive intake assessments and psychosocial evaluations to support case conceptualization, treatment planning, and ongoing care.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans, regularly evaluating client progress and modifying interventions as appropriate.
- Built strong therapeutic relationships by creating a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive environment that fostered trust, self-exploration, and growth.
- Assisted clients in developing emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and coping skills through therapeutic intervention.
- Collaborated with clients, families, healthcare providers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and holistic care.
- Maintained timely and accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and assessments, in accordance with ethical and agency standards.
- Participated in clinical supervision, case consultation, and interdisciplinary collaboration to strengthen clinical skills and support positive client outcomes.
- Provided therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and family backgrounds.
PR Manager
Awe Collective
06.2018 - 07.2022
- Awe Collective
- Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing strategic public relations campaigns.
- Secured media coverage for clients through targeted press releases and media pitches.
- Managed crisis communications, mitigating potential damage to company reputation.
- Developed relationships with key industry influencers to expand reach and credibility.
- Launched successful product launches by coordinating integrated marketing efforts.
- Created compelling content for various platforms, increasing engagement and visibility.
- Led cross-functional teams in the execution of high-impact PR initiatives.
- Streamlined internal communication processes, improving efficiency and information flow among employees.
Behavioral Health Technician
Valleywise Behavioral Health
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
- Enhanced patient engagement in their treatment plan through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while managing sensitive patient information, maintaining privacy and trust among clients.
- Coordinated with external community resources as necessary, ensuring seamless transitions for patients requiring additional support services upon discharge from the facility.
- Utilized creative problem-solving abilities to address complex patient needs and overcome barriers to treatment success, all while maintaining a high level of professionalism and ethical conduct.
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
- Established rapport with diverse populations by utilizing strong cultural competence skills during interactions with both patients and their families alike.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic health record systems for efficient data entry and retrieval purposes related to clinical documentation requirements within the field of behavioral health.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
Education
M.C. - Counseling Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 01.2023 - 12.2025
M.S. - Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZB.A. - Communications & Sports Management
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 08.2014 - 01.2018
Skills
- Individual Therapy
- Group Therapy Facilitation
- DBT
- Play Therapy & Sand Tray
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Treatment Planning
- Case Conceptualization
- Intake Assessments
- Clinical Documentation
- Crisis Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychoeducation
- Child, Adolescent & Adult Counseling
- Cultural Competence
- LGBTQ Affirming Care
- Crisis Intervention & Safety Planning
Languages
Bengali
Timeline
Therapist Intern
Find Your Shine
08.2024 - 05.2025
M.C. - Counseling Psychology
Arizona State University
01.2023 - 12.2025
Freelance Publicist
Freelancer
07.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
Valleywise Behavioral Health
05.2021 - 05.2022
PR Manager
Awe Collective
06.2018 - 07.2022
B.A. - Communications & Sports Management
University of Arizona
08.2014 - 01.2018
M.S. - Psychology
Arizona State University