Sydney Matis
Springville,UT
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Counseling Intern
Zest for Life Counseling
American Fork, UT
01.2025 - Current
- Provide individual counseling for clients with a range of mental health concerns using evidence-based approaches.
- Conduct intake assessments, create treatment plans, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Collaborate with supervisors and peers to ensure ethical, effective, and culturally responsive care.
Bridal Consultant
Utah Bride Room
Draper, UT
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Conducted one-on-one consultations, offering personalized recommendations based on each client’s vision.
- Built rapport using reflective listening to create a safe, affirming experience.
- Facilitated bridal growth through informed, updated trainings and techniques.
Undergraduate Research Assistant – Psychology
Southern Virginia University
Buena Vista, VA
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Completed IRB training, helped design studies, recruit participants, and administer surveys.
- Maintained ethical research practices, including informed consent and confidentiality.
Psychiatric Technician
Utah State Hospital
Provo, UT
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Supported intake assessments and documented patient history and presenting symptoms.
- Ensured safety during high-stress interventions and collaborated with care teams.
- Monitored and recorded patients' physical and emotional well-being.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Provo, UT12.2025
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Southern Virginia University
Buena Vista, VA05.2023
Volunteer Experience
Southern Virginia University- Pride Club Community Outreach Ambassador, Aug. 2019-Jan. 2023
- Led events promoting LGBTQ+ mental health, inclusivity, and advocacy.
- Represented the Pride Club at student panels and community forums.
- Organized and led outreach initiatives to raise awareness about LGBTQ+ issues.
Timeline
Counseling Intern
Zest for Life Counseling
01.2025 - Current
Bridal Consultant
Utah Bride Room
10.2023 - 05.2025
Psychiatric Technician
Utah State Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
Undergraduate Research Assistant – Psychology
Southern Virginia University
08.2021 - 05.2023
Master of Science (M.S.) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Southern Virginia University