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LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Professional Summary
Bilingual Mental Health Counselor with fluency in Spanish. Proficient in providing caring and methodological counseling services in diverse settings. Skilled in developing and maintaining therapeutic relationships and helping patients progress toward planned outcomes.
Skills
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Work History
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, 02-2017 to Current
American Psychological Association – Tacoma , WA
American Psychological Association – Tacoma , WA
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activities to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Delivered client assessments for those struggling with addiction or relationship issues and implemented strategies based on client needs.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Ran individual therapy and family therapy sessions for children ages 5 to 17.
- Led educational seminars and lectures at local community centers to expand awareness of mental health symptoms and issues.
- Employed methodologies such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and neuro-linguistic programming to assist patients.
- Complied with federal, state and local standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting and documentation.
- Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Kept abreast of new and developing information in mental health field by regularly attending professional conferences and workshops.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor , 02/2020 to Current
American Psychological Association – Tallahassee , FL
American Psychological Association – Tallahassee , FL
- Counseled up to 15 patients weekly with issues such as depression, stress-related issues, mood disorders, PTSD and anxiety.
- Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques and relaxation techniques to patients.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Provided tools for clients and families to communicate better and negotiate issues for improved family relationships.
- Encouraged clients and family members to practice and use skills and strategies for confronting problems constructively.
- Counseled individuals, groups and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
Intern - Substance Abuse Outpatient Clinic , 11/2015 to 02/2017
Drug Information Association Inc – Grapevine , TX
Drug Information Association Inc – Grapevine , TX
- Conducted intake assessments for potential clients with substance abuse disorders.
- Ensured collection and data entry into clinic databases.
- Collaborated with Case Managers in group therapy sessions for Chemical Dependency and Dual Focus groups using Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy methods.
- Assisted staff with clinic duties and tasks. Meeting and greeting patients, visitors, and family members in respectful/professional manner; maintaining professional decorum and courtesy toward patients and colleagues.
- Delivered clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements.
- Managed over 10 intake assessments per week.
Clinical Research Coordinator II, 10/2009 to 08/2014
Internal Medicine Associates Mount Sinai Hospital – City , STATE
Internal Medicine Associates Mount Sinai Hospital – City , STATE
- Coordinated multiple projects at once overseeing screening, recruitment, enrolling and interviewing patients (English and/or Spanish speaking) in hospital and several office-based clinics.
- Ensured collection and data entry into study databases.
- Worked closely with study's Principal Investigator and Project Manager on research projects primarily focusing on health care disparities and health prevention.
- Assisted with staff project meetings; generating reports. Provided general administrative assistance to PI and project managers as needed.
- Prepared manuals and documents related to operation of studies, as well as preparation of documents to be submitted to IRB/GCO offices.
- Assisted in preparation of protocol amendments and renewals of ongoing projects.
- Translated project documentation and informed consents into Spanish.
- Created and managed study related databases in Access to track patient enrollment and generate reports.
- Trained and managed summer volunteers for studies conducted at research department.
Education
Master of Arts: Mental Health Counselor, 05/2016
The City College CUNY - City
The City College CUNY - City
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology, 05/2007
Queens College Of The City University Of New York - City
Queens College Of The City University Of New York - City
Volunteer
Adonai Christian Center Queens, NY 01/08-Present
Youth Leader
- Volunteer at community church for over 10 years as part of leadership helping inner city adolescents build self-esteem and discipline for academic achievements.
- Actively participating of programs, events, and classes organized by the local church.
- Organizing and helping planning various activities such as summer camps, conferences, and discipleship classes.
Institute Teacher
- Teaching Bible related courses at Institute and University level.
- Certified Institute teacher through Texas University of Theology and Adonai International University.
- Developing internship programs for students at the institute.
- Speaking at other churches to impart workshops and conducting Institute courses.
Nuestra Senora de Loreto Immigration Office Brooklyn, NY 08/02-Present
Volunteer
- Volunteer at Non-for-profit organization helping immigrants to obtain the counseling needed in applying for legal status in the United States.
- Translate letters and documents needed for the application process.
Certifications
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor #010011-01 - 2019
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School Attended
- The City College CUNY
- Queens College Of The City University Of New York
Job Titles Held:
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- Intern - Substance Abuse Outpatient Clinic
- Clinical Research Coordinator II
Degrees
- Master of Arts : Mental Health Counselor , 05/2016
Bachelor of Arts : Psychology , 05/2007
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