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Member of the Trauma Assistance Program (TAP) team tasked with addressing the impact of childhood traumatic events through a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) lens. I am responsible for completing intake assessments and providing individual and family psychotherapy to a caseload of 30 children ages 5-13 years old.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Member of the Outpatient Department at the Child Crisis Treatment Center (CCTC). I was responsible for providing evaluations and strengths based, trauma-informed therapy to a caseload of 13 children ages 5-12 years old. Children and families seeking services present with a wide range of behavioral and emotional health challenges. Using the Sanctuary Model of care, I collaborated with the child and their family to formulate a treatment plan that addressed the child’s needs. Lastly, I acted as a liaison to connect families with other community-based services.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Member of the counseling team at Kensington Health Sciences Academy (KHSA). My primary responsibility was to conduct weekly thirty-minute student wellness check-ins with 11 students who receive counseling services through their IEP’s. Additionally, I participated in Student Attendance Improvement Conferences (SAIC) and IEP meetings with students on my caseload. Lastly, I collaborated with the UPENN Alliance for Interprofessional Education team to develop initiatives to address KHSA student’s emotional well-being.

New Orleans, La

Member of research team for ProjectDIRECT at Tulane University which provides health promotion, prevention, and intervention services for New Orleans families with a focus on social, emotional, and behavioral problems in school settings. Administered and monitored clinical trials measuring the success of trauma enforced teaching methods. Collaborated with a team of doctoral and graduate students to analyze and report data. Assisted faculty advisor in promoting findings through conference presentations and publications in academic journals.

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

Completed paid research internship with the Education Team at Child Trends. Reviewed school health policies, statutes, and regulations, tabled statistical output results in Excel, took notes during numerous focus groups with behavioral health professionals in the DC public and charter school systems, and performed quality control and proofread research before publication.

Kunkletown, Pa

Member of the camp's leadership team charged with developing and implementing camp programs for 200 young overnight campers. Assisted in the supervision of 29 unit staff members. Acted as a staff mentor and provided guidance and direction to resolve disputes. Co-led staff training. Provided ongoing staff professional development feedback.

New Orleans, La

Worked for New Orleans organization focused on assisting families with mental illness. Duties included: patient database development, health fair event support, and outreach and fundraising solicitations for annual mental health walk.

Kunkletown, Pa

Counselor for children ages eight and nine years old at overnight summer camp. Responsible for the health and safety of about 12 campers each session. Planned and led cabin activities. Facilitated camper development by creating an environment that fostered strong friendships, inclusion, and a mutual respect for one another.

Bethesda, Maryland

Provided teaching support in fifth-grade classroom, five days a week. Responsibilities included: providing English instruction to small groups, developing lesson plans, and organizing classroom materials.

Bethesda, Md

Helped lead after-school program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Created daily activities, facilitated conflict resolution, and provided progress reports to parents.

M.Phil.Ed., Professional Counseling

M.S.Ed., Counseling And Mental Health Services

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology & Early Childhood Education And Cognitive Studies With A Minor In Philosophy

Activities and Societies: Dean's List, Sigma Delta Tau Activities Board member, campus tour guide, photographer for Spoon Tulane.

Positive Psychology And Neuroscience, Junior

Spent the semester studying in Stockholm, Sweden. Curriculum enriched by experiential learning components, including faculty-led study.

High School Diploma, 9-12

Activities and Societies: National Honors Society, child development program, JV softball captain, varsity softball and student internship.