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Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (Contract) ***7 – Current

Byte & Associates, LLC, Chickasha, OK

Conduct individual, family and group therapy sessions with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with a variety of disorders

Develop and write treatment plans, process notes, and diagnostic summaries, prepare for case management

Provide leadership and calming presence during crisis and consult appropriate resources as needed

Teach clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, mindfulness exercises, emotional coping skills, and functional living skills

Specialties Include:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Adolescents

Crisis Intervention

Stress Management

Self-Esteem

Life Transitions

Group Therapy

Family Therapy

Individual Counselling

Educational Professional accomplished in organizing groups as well as curriculum designing and collaborating with other facilitators to provide levels of education and counseling. Experienced educator and coach who effectively combines real-life experiences with demonstrated success, teaching and counseling students to make the best decisions while adapting to their community environment. Facilitator known for evolving students and respected for hard work, competence, passion, listening and reflective thinking.

Elementary School Teacher 2017 – 2018

Special Education (IEP Specialty)

Hillcrest Elementary School, Oklahoma City, OK

Created, submitted and implemented lesson plans; facilitated, and instructed students with diverse learning needs that address social and emotional learning for students

Facilitated and updated Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings and modified IEP documents; prepared classroom visuals

Provided behavioral support in the regular education setting; collected data for progress monitoring

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School Principal 2006 – 2007

Heronville Elementary School, Oklahoma City, OK

Planned and directed the overall activities for an elementary school with over 780 students and 75 staff members

Scope of position include: curriculum and instruction, professional development, fiscal management, student discipline, program initiative, shared decision-making and the creation of a safe, respectful, and fair environment

School Counselor

1993 – 2006

Oklahoma Okla. City Public Schools Counseling Guidance services for up to 10 public schools

Provided direct and indirect service towards students in a K-12 setting

Performed daily tasks to advance students career, social/personal, and academic development and achievement

Consulted with families, teachers, and administration to improve school wellbeing and achievement

Master of Education-Guidance and Counseling – University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK

Bachelor of Science – Special Education – Mentally and Physically Handicap Specialty

University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK

Licensed Professional Counselor

Certified Grief and Recovery Specialist

Oklahoma Teaching Certificates:

Elementary Principal

School Counselor K-12

K-8 Elementary Education

Language Arts Specialist Grades 7-9

Social Studies Specialist Grades 7-9

CPR/First Aid

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