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Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Remote

Improved user retention on a web-based mental health platform by strategizing and implementing new content hierarchy and UI elementsConducted a site audit and analysis, product user and Subject Matter Expert interviews, and a visual competitive analysis in an agile environment which determined current and future opportunities for success

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Conducted user research to determine design decisions for a customizable mobile experience for an IoT hydroponics gardenCollaborated alongside the CEO, COO, and software developer with workshops and meetings to identify constraints and ensure user needs aligned with business goalsProduced mid-fidelity wireframes and prototypes, and delivered final handoff annotations for the UI team and the software developer to further build out the product, launching Summer 2020

Chicago, Il

Provided individual psychotherapy and consultation in a private practice setting to support clients in processing current stressors and long-standing suffering while creating personal growth by utilizing a dynamic approachReceived priceless supervision and mentorship from a psychodynamically-oriented therapist, with emphasis on cultivating a unique and strong relationship with each client through understanding them in their contexts

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Worked cross-functionally on a team of doctors, psychiatrists, nurses, and nutritionists to ensure holistic treatment for patients in a hospitalization program for trauma, mood, and anxiety disordersDeveloped individual treatment plans to support clients goals by identifying their unique needs and limitationsLed individual, group, and family therapy sessions using therapeutic modalities such as DBT, CBT, and ACT to effectively reduce acute symptoms

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Interned as a clinical social worker conducting extensive diagnostic assessments to determine client’s needs and psychosocial status, and providing a proper diagnosis for patientsDeveloped comprehensive, individualized, and goal oriented treatment plans for new clients, and provided individual therapy utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches, as well as follow-up solution focused individual therapy sessions for the Misdemeanor Deferred Prosecution Program Facilitated a weekly CBT based group therapy for the Psychosocial Rehabilitation IOP as well as a weekly ADHD skills building group for children ages 5-7Completing documentation efficiently and on time was a daily task, including tracking client process, mental health assessment updates, treatment plan reviews, and discharge documentationUtilized online medical records system to properly manage and document client files in assurance with Rule 132, HIPAA and audits

Winnetka, Il

Primary responsibility as Media Coordinator was to promote Erika's Lighthouse (ELH) and their mission online, which revolved around educating school communities about teen depression, eliminating the stigma associated with mental illness and empowering teens to take charge of their mental healthOptimized web content to increase traffic to the website, and maintained the website with up-to-date information on adolescent depression, ELH programs, and events while also analyzing web and social media platform analytics to make informed improvementsWrote and posted interesting and relevant mental health content on ELH's social media platforms, blog, and website that educated, engaged, inspired, and promoted ELH

Winnetka, Il

Educated school communities (administration, teachers, and students) on adolescent depression, promoted awareness and early identification of depression in high school classrooms, and strove to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental illnessFacilitated the Teen Panel program, a peer-to-peer depression education program in which high school students are trained to speak to their peers about depression, the warning signs, and how to get help if needed

Chicago, Il

Worked closely with the development team to serve youth and families facing homelessness in a non-profit setting by assisting with volunteer organization, event planning, and fundraising for the organizationManaged documents and communication for the 35 runners on La Casa Norte's 2016 Bank of America Chicago Marathon teamWeekly intake and support for new and existing clients at the front desk while responsible for the main phone line

Wilmette, Illinois

Counselor to children ages 5-10 at an all-day summer camp, engaging campers in both educational and physical wellness activities to support their developmentAssisted the program directors with scheduling and camp organization, and gained rewarding experience being a Lead Counselor each summer

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Master’S Degree, Clinical/Medical Social Work

Bachelor’S Degree, Clinical Psychology

High School Diploma