My CES Portfolio

I am a passionate mental health counselor with a strong commitment to advocacy, education, and personal growth. I hold advanced degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and am pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision. My goal is to inspire and mentor the next generation of counselors while providing compassionate, evidence-based care to clients. Outside of work, I enjoy engaging in research, teaching, and contributing to the field through presentations and publications.

Education

  • Ph.D., Counselor Education and Supervision
    Waynesburg University, Waynesburg, PA (2025-Present)
  • Ph.D., Counselor Education and Supervision
    University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR (2023-2024)
    Completed first year of studies.
  • M.A., Clinical Mental Health Counseling, magna cum laude
    Saint Bonaventure University, St. Bonaventure, NY (2023)
  • B.S., Psychology, Minor in Human Development
    SUNY Geneseo, Geneseo, NY (2019)
  • A.A., Liberal Arts, cum laude
    Cayuga Community College, Auburn, NY (2016)

Experience

  • Limited Permit Mental Health Counselor
    True Talk Mental Health Counseling, Manhasset, NY (2024-Present)

    Providing individual counseling services to clients dealing with a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

  • Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
    University of Arkansas Online Clinic (2023)

    Delivered remote mental health services to college students, addressing issues such as academic stress and personal challenges using evidence-based techniques.

  • Addiction Counseling Intern
    University of Arkansas Online Clinic (2023)

    Performed intake, evaluation, orientation, treatment planning, and documentation to develop individualized treatment plans for substance use and addiction. Developed, initiated, and provided mental health services to clients of diverse backgrounds

  • Crisis Line Counselor and Shift Lead
    Contact Community Services, Syracuse, NY (2021-2023)

    Managed crisis interventions, supervised staff, and provided support to callers on 11 different hotlines, including the 988 Lifeline.

  • Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
    Branches of Growth, Syracuse, NY (2022)

    Performed intake, evaluation, orientation, treatment planning, and documentation to develop individualized treatment plans. Developed, initiated, and provided mental health services to clients of diverse backgrounds

Skills

  • Crisis intervention and counseling
  • Research and data analysis
  • Public speaking and teaching
  • Program development
  • Supervisory skills and team leadership