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Caregiving Case Management Management Nonprofit Other Behavioral Health Positions Part time

I am a dedicated and compassionate multilingual mental health therapist with a strong background in serving diverse populations. Fluent in English and Spanish, I bring nearly 12 years of experience in providing counseling to children, adolescents, individuals, and families facing various emotional, social, and mental challenges. My goal is to offer client-centric care with a warm disposition and establish lasting rapport with clients and their families. I excel in problem-solving, documentation, and interpersonal communication, making me a valuable asset in the mental health field.

Skills

  • Mental health counseling
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Client-centric care
  • Problem-solving
  • Interpersonal communication

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Awards and achievements

  • Ambassador Award Certificate for United Way
  • Honor Roll at National-Louis University under two degrees
  • Membership to the National Honor Society in Psychology, Psy Chi
  • Honor Award Women Studies Scholarship: Women Studies

Work Experience

Bilingual Mental Therapist
Ecker Center for Behavioral Health May 2015 - Aug 2018

- Provided counseling to children, adults, and families in-person and virtually - Maintained records and notes for counseling sessions - Participated in professional training events

Q.M.H.P
Generations Inc. Dec 2011 - Apr 2015

- Managed the life of individuals with chronic mental illness - Prepared involuntary admissions to inpatient facilities for psychiatric evaluation - Provided support and counseling in daily activities and community integration

Caregiver for Seniors
North Shore, Illinois Feb 2007 - Dec 2011

- Cared for seniors with various mental health diagnoses - Provided care in private homes, assisted living, and rehabilitation centers

Mental Health Counselor/Bilingual/Multicultural
Latino Family Services Aug 2004 - Jan 2007

- Diagnosed and treated clients in trauma model - Conducted individual and group therapy sessions - Provided educational workshops on parenting and domestic violence ###

Education

Masters of Arts in Psychology
National-Louis University, Chicago, Illinois - Present
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
National-Louis University, Chicago, Illinois - Present
Bachelor in Law and Political Sciences
University of Panama, Panama, Republic of Panama - Present