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Elizabeth Valentine

1641 Cold Springs Drive

Summary

Empathetic intern counselor with a Cognitive Behavioral approach to mental health counseling. Proven ability to build trusting relationships and develop tailored treatment plans. Ready to walk alongside clients on their journey to wellness through evidence-based practices and psychoeducation.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern Counselor

East 91st St Church Counseling Cener
Indianapolis
01.2024 - Current
  • Provide counseling services to both individuals and groups.
  • Responsibilities include treatment planning, facilitating counseling sessions, maintaining accurate documentation, and collaborating with supervisors and multidisciplinary teams.
  • As an intern counselor, I adhere to ethical standards, confidentiality requirements, and agency policies while developing clinical skills and professional identity.
  • Engaged with clients empathetically to build trusting relationships.
  • Assisted clients in identifying personal goals and challenges.
  • Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
  • Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve wellness.
  • Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
  • Created educational materials such as handouts and visual aids for use in counseling sessions.
  • Attended weekly staff meetings to discuss case management strategies and client care plans.
  • Administered assessments according to established protocols.
  • Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding caseloads and any changes or updates in client care plans.
  • Participated in training designed to enhance professional skills and knowledge base.
  • Developed discharge summaries upon completion of counseling services for each client.
  • Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Grace College
Winona Lake, IN
05-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Neuroscience

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
05-2008

Skills

  • Ability to build therapeutic alliance with clients
  • Psychoeducation on mental health topics
  • Use of assessments
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Calm presence in emotional settings
  • Ability to identify root problems
  • Teaching coping skills
  • Session management
  • Collaboration with peers and supervisos
  • Strong ability to adapt and overcome

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Intern Counselor

East 91st St Church Counseling Cener
01.2024 - Current

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Grace College

Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Neuroscience

Purdue University
Elizabeth Valentine