Stephanie Leger
Kirkland,WA
Summary
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Graduate Student with training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and effective communication. Successfully facilitated client growth through tailored strategies and ongoing support, while collaborating with mental health professionals to enhance outcomes. Committed to social justice, leveraging organizational skills to create impactful community programs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Digital Wellness Coach
2morrow Inc
06.2024 - Current
- Implements Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients set goals, address needs, and provide emotional support.
- Facilitate mental health strategies and strength based encouragement to promote client growth.
- Monitor client progress through digital wellness applications for optimal results.
- Provided ongoing support and motivation through regular communication with clients using empathy and active listening.
- Collaborate with other mental health professionals to plan and debrief.
- Provide support for crisis intervention if it arises.
- Provide health and community resources to clients as needed.
Homeschool Educator
Self-employeed
05.2012 - 09.2023
- Developed personalized curriculum tailored to individual learning styles and interests.
- Organized educational activities and resources to enhance engagement and understanding.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Created structured lesson plans aligning with state education standards and learning objectives.
- Evaluated educational tools and resources, integrating technology to support diverse learning needs.
- Supported social development through group activities such as co-op classes or community service projects within the homeschool community.
- Managed record-keeping and documentation requirements, maintaining accurate records of student performance and progress reports.
Community Organizer/Board Member
Self-employeed
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Communicated with participating families to assess community needs.
- Created programs and activities based on family assessments.
- Fostered and open-minded atmosphere among leadership in order to create goals around diversity and social justice in the community.
Elementary School Teacher
Pearland ISD
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through supportive communication and collaboration.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and student learning outcomes.
- Structured classroom environment to enhance diversity and inclusion.
- Participated in continued education and professional development.
- Implemented and maintained schedules, school and district paperwork, and grade books under daily and weekly deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education With Certification
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Clear Lake, TXMaster of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA06-2027
Skills
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Group curriculum building and running groups
- Organization and time management
- Communication and collaboration
- Member of: ACA, WMHCA, CSI
- Social justice and volunteer work with peaceful protests, Seattle King County Clinic (SKCC), and Lake Washington School District
Certification
- Suicide Assessment and Intervention Training (SAI)
- Signs of Suicide Prevention Program (SOS)
- HIPAA
- Telehealth
- Psychological First Aid
- Teaching Mindfulness to Teens
Timeline
Digital Wellness Coach
2morrow Inc
06.2024 - Current
Community Organizer/Board Member
Self-employeed
05.2022 - 05.2023
Homeschool Educator
Self-employeed
05.2012 - 09.2023
Elementary School Teacher
Pearland ISD
08.2010 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education With Certification
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
City University of Seattle