PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Twelve years of counseling experience integrated with a highly developed sense of empathy and compassion and a mindfulness-based approach to working with the substance abuse, dual-diagnosis population. Committed to providing pragmatic and accessible tools for anyone who is finding life difficult to come into direct contact with their intrinsic wholesomeness. Expertise in group facilitation; dealing with a vast array of emotional, psychological and developmental issues. Innate ability to establish therapeutic rapport quickly, allowing clients to experience a secured attachment figure.

KEY STRENGTHS

Individual / Group Counseling Mindfulness / Meditation Teacher Family and Parent Support Crisis intervention

Client Assessment/Evaluation Treatment Planning / Progress Analysis Case Management

Knowledge of HIPAA, DMH, policies and documentation guidelines, and other state/federal regulations relating to mental illness EXPERIENCE

iBme: Inward Bound Mindfulness Education: Retreat Staff; National 2011-Present Teach teens proven awareness and concentration practices that have been used for thousands of years. Teens learn how to settle a busy mind, skillfully handle emotions and thoughts, direct and sustain attention, cultivate compassion, and truly listen and communicate to one another. Through guided mindfulness meditation, small group discussions, and fun workshop activities, participants experience a sense of connection and safety that many have never felt before. Private Practice, Rebel Saints Counseling; Los Angeles,CA 2002-Present Mindfulness Instructor & Substance Abuse Counselor specializing with dual-diagnosis/co-occurring disordered population. Individual, family and parent counseling. Counseling services include support with depression, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, poor social functioning, family structure, ADD/ADHD, grief and loss, body image, spirituality, cognitive and emotional development. Substance Abuse Counselor, Children of the Night; North Hollywood, CA 2005-2010 Pro Bono substance abuse counseling. Mindfulness meditation teacher. Facilitated individual and group sessions. Provided various staff education trainings.

High School Educator for Addiction, Mindfulness and Mental Health; Los Angeles, CA 2002-Present Conducted drug education lectures, assemblies and seminars, emotional well-being and mindfulness curriculum catered to specific needs of each school. Presented to various group sizes ranging from single class groups to school-wide assemblies. Engage students with interactive exercises and generated community discussions to allow for non-linear learning. Provided students with specific skills and strategies that are easily internalized using personal story to illustrate key educational points and impart tools for self-assessment. Mentor, 360 Second Nature; Los Angeles, CA 2012-2013 Visit students either in the treatment program prior to his/her completion or a home visit if the student is already home to develop specific strategies to support the challenges of transition. Weekly phone, email, texting and video conferencing support with the student. Collaboration with local community-based support. Provide guidance and accountability with the ongoing treatment plan. Aided with life and organizational skills. Assistance translating the tools learned in treatment to the home environment. Clinical Coordinator, One80 Center; Los Angeles, CA 2011-2012 Conducted initial BioPsych Social assessment/evaluation. Developed individualized treatment plans. Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions. Case load inclusive of residential and out-patient clients. Coordinated treatment team meetings and clinical communication. Facilitated various meditation/mindfulness groups. Senior Counselor/Program Coordinator, Insight Treatment Center; Los Angeles, CA 2002-2008 Responsible for clinical admissions process through family and teen assessment/evaluation. Primary facilitator of all teen groups and activities. Average case load of 15-23 teens and their families. Provided individual and parent counseling sessions. Oversaw Therapeutic Day School and Therapeutic Summer Programs assessing and assisting teens to reach individualized clinical goals. EDUCATION

California Coast University B.A. Psychology - 2012 Institute of Advanced Counseling Skills CCDC (Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor) - 2002 Multitude of Trainings Provided upon request.

SPECIALIZED/ADVANCED TRAININGS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Trained in EEG Neuro-feedback using "Brain Paint" Trained in Psycho-Drama by Jean Campbell, LCSW

Trained interventionist Empowered Meditation Facilitator Founding member of ‘The Refuge Recovery’

Teaches mindfulness meditation groups and retreats nationally REFERRALS/REFERENCES

Dr. Daryn Plancher, Ph.D. - acqkmx@r.postjobfree.com

Noah Levine, Founder of Against the Stream Buddhist Meditation Society - acqkmx@r.postjobfree.com

Jessica Morey, Director of iBme - Inward Bound Mindfulness Education - acqkmx@r.postjobfree.com 6359 W 6th St.

Los Angeles, CA 90048

310-***-****

acqkmx@r.postjobfree.com

www.rebelsaints.org

Jordan Kramer, CCDC

Mindfulness Based

Substance Abuse Counselor

Meditation Mentoring