• Facilitates individual and group counseling sessions for students, addressing academic, social, and emotional concerns within the framework of Catholic values and principles.• Implements a character education program to foster students’ moral and ethical development, incorporating Catholic teachings and virtues.• Collaborates with teachers, parents, and administrators to create personalized intervention plans for students aligning with a Catholic educational philosophy.• Provides crisis intervention and support to students in times of emotional distress or significant life events, offering compassionate guidance rooted in Catholic teachings.• Develops and maintains relationships with community organizations and resources to enhance support services available to students and families, emphasizing Catholic values of charity and compassion.• Participates in ongoing professional development opportunities to deepen understanding of counseling best practices and integrate Catholic faith into guidance services effectively.

• Provides comprehensive diagnostic and therapy services for children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and family.• Independently schedules clients and manages caseload, under the guidance of a clinical supervisor.• Maintains accurate and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards, ensuring confidentiality and privacy protection at all times.• Engages in ongoing professional development and supervision to stay abreast of current research and best practices in the field of psychotherapy, enhancing clinical skills and knowledge.• Provides crisis intervention and support to clients experiencing acute distress or in need of immediate assistance, demonstrating empathy, responsiveness, and effective problem-solving skills.• Coastal Psychiatric Urgent Care—Melbourne, FL—August 2024-present• Counseling Alliance of Brevard—Rockledge, FL—July 2023-August 2024• Soul Haven Counseling—Melbourne, FL—December 2022-June 2023• Blue Wave Counseling—Melbourne, FL—December 2021-December 2022• Discovery Counseling Services—Merritt Island, FL—January 2022-May 2022

• Conducted comprehensive assessments and evaluations to identify substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, informing individualized treatment planning and interventions.• Facilitated group therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based modalities to address addition-related behaviors and promote sustainable recovery.• Provided individual counseling and case management services to clients, offering support, guidance, and advocacy through the treatment process and transition to aftercare. • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary treatment team to develop and implement integrated care plans, addressing the complex needs of clients through a holistic approach that encompassed medical, psychological, and social dimensions. • Conducted family therapy sessions to address relational dynamics, communication patterns, and support systems, fostering and strengthening relationships to facilitate long-term recovery.• Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards, ensuring privacy and confidentiality of sensitive information.

400-hour internship for The Sheepdog Program, a Men’s and Women’s intensive outpatient facility and partial hospitalization program designed for veterans, federal and state law enforcement officers, and first responders.• Provided case management services for in-person and a newly implemented virtual platform;• Conducted in-person and virtual individual therapy sessions;• Planned and facilitated activities for Art Therapy Group, Boundaries and Communication Group, and Relapse Prevention Group;• Psychotherapy approaches utilized: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

60-hour Clinical Observation and 180-hour Practicum at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation in their men’s and women’s residential units and Family ProgramRelevant Coursework • Case Management• Eating Disorders• Families and Systems• Group Theory and Practice• Grief, Loss, and Death• Treatment Planning• Vocational Development

300-hour internship at a men’s residential and outpatient facility.• Completed intakes and weekly assessments;• Provided case management services;• Planned and facilitated Activities for Process, Clinical, and Family Afterward Groups;• Psychotherapy approaches utilized: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy.

Worked on 55 and managed 11 political office campaigns at all levels to include races both State House and Senate, Congress, US Senate, and Judicial in Georgia, Florida, Michigan, Kentucky, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Pennsylvania, directing 1267 volunteers while building a rapport and long-term loyalty with constituents.• Acted as the liaison for the Education, Economic Development, and Transportation committees while working for the Office of the Senate President in Kentucky • Developed and implemented motivational plans designed to increase a presence in the community and increased interest in volunteerism by 34% through training programs

Immaculate Conception, Elkton, MD; Good Shepherd, Frankfort, KY; Sacred Heart, Fleming Island, FLDeveloped a comprehensive faith and liturgically based youth ministry for 382 6th-12th grade students and managed 27 employees.• Directed Confirmation preparation programs for 136 students, and Vacation Bible School for five churches • Established a young adult ministry that grew from 5 members to 45 within six months• Created and presented a program “Music and the Church” for a Diocesan youth rally• Prepared annual budgets and tracked expenses from a basic $42,000 budget in Ministry

Cast Member-Character Attendant (August 2007-April 2008)First point of contact with the guests providing continuous “magical” information about Walt Disney World and the Characters. Received 7 magical recognitions for service to guests and other cast members. Cast Member-Costuming Consultant (February 2007-August 2007)Responsible for organizing approximately 1000 specialized costumes for characters and training new cast members.