Theresa Higgins
Madison Heights,Virginia
Summary
Dynamic School Counselor with a proven track record at Lynchburg City School, adept in crisis management and developing individualized behavior plans. Skilled in facilitating workshops and grant writing, I foster positive relationships with diverse groups, empowering students and families to achieve academic success and emotional well-being.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counseor
Lynchburg City School
07.2000 - Current
- Supported our school's Positive Behavior Incentives and Supports program with meaningful lessons and programming
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Planned and implemented Small Group Counseling Session
Mental Health Counselor
Centra Health-Bridges Treatment Center
01.1990 - 05.1995
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices with patients.
- Employed methodologies such as cognitive behavioral therapy to assist patients.
- Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
- Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
- Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
Crisis Intervention Counselor
Liberty Godparent Home
08.1985 - 05.1987
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Provided resources from a nationwide network to pregnant teens
Education
M.ED - School Counseling
University of Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VA12-2000
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Art
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-1989
Skills
- Diverse groups presentations
- Counseling and crisis management
- Classroom guidance
- Individual and family support
- Grant writing (awarded 4 educational grants)
- Facilitate workshops for teachers and other counselors
- Planning and implementing school wide programs
- Leading parent workshops
- Helping families with providing safe and healthy screen time with limits
Accomplishments
English Camp Teacher-Xian, China 2008
Educational Missions Team, Jamaica 2001 and 2002
Bridges out of Poverty Collaborative Team
Timeline
School Counseor
Lynchburg City School
07.2000 - Current
Mental Health Counselor
Centra Health-Bridges Treatment Center
01.1990 - 05.1995
Crisis Intervention Counselor
Liberty Godparent Home
08.1985 - 05.1987
M.ED - School Counseling
University of Lynchburg
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Art
Liberty University
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