Talya Lynette
Oviedo
Summary
Graduate student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University, expected to graduate December 2025. Experienced in providing individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults using person-centered, trauma-informed modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Skilled in building strong therapeutic relationships, maintaining ethical standards, and adapting care to meet diverse client needs. Comfortable integrating faith into sessions when requested, while respecting and honoring all client belief systems. Committed to continued professional growth and providing empathetic, culturally responsive care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Counselor Student Intern
Mallory Paul Gabriel Counseling
08.2024 - Current
- Provided weekly individual counseling to clients across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, and adults, under the supervision of a licensed clinician.
- Applied evidence-based modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and person-centered approaches to address concerns such as trauma, anxiety, depression, relational distress, and identity development.
- Completed intake assessments, formulated case conceptualizations, and collaboratively developed treatment plans aligned with client goals and presenting concerns.
- Maintained accurate and confidential clinical documentation in compliance with ethical, legal, and site standards.
- Participated in weekly individual supervision, engaging in critical self-reflection and case consultation to support ongoing clinical growth.
- Demonstrated strong skills in empathetic attunement, emotional regulation, and therapeutic presence to build trust and foster client insight.
- Collaborated with supervisors and colleagues to enhance case formulation, ethical decision-making, and culturally responsive care.
Babysitter
Chena Burr
04.2019 - 06.2022
- Provided reliable and consistent care for children, including infants and toddlers.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by supervising daily activities, managing routines, and responding to emotional and physical needs.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding schedules, behavior, and developmental milestones.
- Supported social-emotional learning through play, positive discipline, and age-appropriate conflict resolution.
- Maintained patience, calm, and clear boundaries in dynamic or high-energy environments.
Dog Trainer
Pawfection Dog Training
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Organized and taught classes teaching Agility, Scent detection, Therapy, and Obedience.
- Advertised online to increase business.
- Thoroughly learned dog training theories, dog safety and nutrition.
- Created relationships with customers to obtain long term business.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Colorado Christian University
Denver, CO12-2025
Bachelor's - Integrative Studies
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12-2022
Skills
- Individual counseling & case conceptualization
- Therapeutic rapport building
- Evidence-based interventions (IFS, EFT, Person-Centered)
- Cultural humility & responsiveness
- Confidential documentation & record-keeping
- Empathetic listening & reflective responding
- Emotional attunement & regulation support
- Collaborative communication with supervisors and peers
- Feedback integration & self-awareness
- Electronic Health Record systems (Simple Practice)
- Maintaining confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor Student Intern
Mallory Paul Gabriel Counseling
08.2024 - Current
Babysitter
Chena Burr
04.2019 - 06.2022
Dog Trainer
Pawfection Dog Training
01.2017 - 06.2019
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Colorado Christian University
Bachelor's - Integrative Studies
University of Central Florida
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