Yelina Ortiz
Miami
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Counseling Intern with practical expertise in supporting children with special needs and their families. Applies integrative techniques like art-based activities and mindfulness to enhance emotional expression and self-regulation. Bilingual in English and Spanish, ensuring effective communication and family engagement in trauma-informed practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Nuevo Día Therapy Center
Miami
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted creative activities that enabled children to articulate emotions and develop self-regulation skills.
- Implemented integrative techniques, such as art-based activities and mindfulness, to promote emotional expression and self-regulation.
- Partnered with families and staff to enhance strategies supporting children's emotional and mental well-being.
- Maintained documentation of activities and observations.
School Counseling Intern
Academir Preparatory Academy
Miami
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered one-on-one and group counseling sessions to support student emotional and academic growth.
- Formulated individualized strategies addressing short- and long-term student needs to enhance personal development.
- Assessed and recorded student progress and behavior to inform future counseling approaches.
- Hosted educational presentations to promote awareness and a healthy learning environment.
Mental Health Counseling Intern
St. Alban’s Child Enrichment Center
South Miami
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Led group activities fostering communication, emotional awareness, and positive behavior.
- Facilitated play-based and art activities enhancing children's social-emotional development.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and program staff to support children’s well-being.
- Educated parents on strategies to reinforce children's social-emotional growth at home and school.
- Conducted behavioral observations to inform classroom and individual interventions.
Professional Training
Trauma Resolution Center, INC.
Coral Gables
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Completed specialized training in Trauma Incident Resolution (TIR) and TF-CBT techniques to provide effective support for trauma-affected individuals.
- Studied trauma-informed methods to deepen knowledge of personal trauma issues, enhancing ability to support clients.
- Designed professional training and development programs for support staff.
- Participated in professional training workshops related to early childhood education topics.
- Completed ongoing professional training to facilitate accurate and productive credit management.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology, Major in Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling
Albizu University
Doral, FL10-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Albizu University
Doral, FL01-2020
Associate in Art Degree - Biology
Broward College
South College01-2013
Skills
- Clinical assessment tools
- Child development assessment
- Behavior assessment
- Sensory integration techniques
- Crisis intervention
- Individual support
- Family support
- Effective communication
- Spanish
- English
- Public speaking
- Academic research
- APA writing style
- Adaptability
- Empathy
Affiliations
- American Mental Health Counselors Association, 2020
- Florida Mental Health Counselors Association, 2020
- Association for Behavior Analysis International, 2019
- American Psychological Association, 2017
- American Counseling Association, 2023
- Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy (APA Division 29), 2024
Certification
- Art Therapy Practitioner Certification/Scholistico, 03/03/25
- Pedagogy Practices Surrounding Dyslexia | Alison, 09/27/23
Training
Trauma Resolution Center, INC., Coral Gables, FL, 01/01/21, 12/31/21, Completed specialized training in Trauma Incident Resolution (TIR) and TF-CBT techniques., Learned trauma-informed approaches and strategies for addressing unresolved personal trauma.
Awards
Psi Chi Honor Society, 2020
Timeline
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Nuevo Día Therapy Center
01.2024 - Current
School Counseling Intern
Academir Preparatory Academy
01.2023 - 01.2024
Mental Health Counseling Intern
St. Alban’s Child Enrichment Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Professional Training
Trauma Resolution Center, INC.
01.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Psychology, Major in Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling
Albizu University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Albizu University
Associate in Art Degree - Biology
Broward College