Amna Randhawa

ad39nn@r.postjobfree.com +1-929-***-**** Boston MA

EDUCATION

Northeastern University, Boston, MA 2022 - 2024

Anticipated Graduation May 2024

Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology; Major: Counseling Psychology

Beaconhouse National University, Pakistan 2017 - 2021

BSc (Hons) in Applied Psychology 3.9/4.00 GPA

PROFESSIONAL CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Internship in Counseling Psychology, Fisher College September 2023 – Present

Supervisor: Dr Robert Maron

Provided therapy for adolescents and young adults with the integration of CBT.

Managed a caseload of fifty clients.

Conducted intake detail assessment, crisis safety plan, treatment plans, BHQ (behavioral health questionnaire-20).

Profound in CBT, DBT, and Client-Centered Therapy.

In-House Practicum, Northeastern University January 2023- April 2023

Supervisor: Dr Jessica Edwards George

●Facilitated therapy sessions through role plays with fellow graduate students every week.

●Conducted comprehensive safety assessments to evaluate potential risks and develop appropriate intervention strategies.

●Performed thorough intakes, gathering pertinent information to establish a foundation for individualized treatment plans.

●Administered and interpreted mental status exams to assess clients' cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning.

●Conducted 45 minutes of motivational interviewing every week.

School Therapy Assistant, Lahore Grammar School (Pakistan) August 2021 – May 2022

●Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify and address students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs.

●Provided individual counseling sessions, implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and play therapy to support students in overcoming challenges.

●Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to create and implement tailored intervention plans for students with diverse needs.

●Facilitated psychoeducational workshops for students on topics such as stress management, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation.

●Utilized play therapy and art therapy techniques to engage younger students in therapeutic processes, fostering a supportive and creative environment.

●Led crisis interventions and provided immediate support for students facing acute emotional or behavioral challenges.

Marketing Executive, Safaidposh Organisation (US Sector) March 2022 - Present

●Strategized monthly ration box procurement and delivery, enhancing efficiency and managing 700 monthly boxes.

●Amplified the organization's social media reach by 60%, boosting engagement and brand visibility.

●Efficiently managed over 30 volunteers across various events, ensuring seamless execution and scalability.

Intern 3rd Year Summer Internship Placement, MIND Organization (Pakistan) June 2020 - August 2020

●Facilitated therapeutic sessions for a caseload of 10 clients, implementing evidence-based approaches to address individual needs and promote positive outcomes.

●Developed and conceptualized two adult cases through a professional framework, encompassing the establishment of client-therapist relationships, comprehensive problem assessment, goal identification, intervention design and implementation, and follow-up through termination.

●Conducted in-depth clinical interviews with five clients, emphasizing thorough intake procedures to gather comprehensive information for a holistic understanding of client needs and concerns.

Volunteer, Rainbow Obesity and Eating Disorder Centre (Pakistan) May 2018 - May 2019

●Observed and diagnosed over 100 children with obesity and provided therapy and required treatment.

●Conducted clinical motivational interviews with 70 children.

Teaching Assistant: Adult Psychology, Beaconhouse National University (Pakistan) September 2018 - December 2018

●Maintained and organized attendance sheets.

●Guided students on DSM-5 diagnosis and a better understanding of the diagnoses.

●Created weekly tests on DSM-5 comprehension.

OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Social Media Coordinator, Impact Digital (Pakistan) February 2021 - June 2021

●Contributed as a social media coordinator ensuring everyday posts, captions, and daily content creation.

●Attributed to the community service sector by enhancing the use of smartphones in rural areas and taught 20 adults how to access apps on their phones.

Assistant Creative Director, Morph Creative Consultancy (Pakistan) August 2020 - January 2022

●Spearheaded marketing strategy development, executed compelling copywriting, and crafted content for diverse clients.

●Initiated the creation of content calendars for social media platforms, resulting in a significant reach of over 1.3 million users.

●Supervised and directed content production initiatives for over 12 clients, ensuring high-quality and impactful outcomes.

Content Writing and Customer Service Intern, Rizq (Pakistan) August 2018 - September 2018

●Maintained donor data of 100k, follow-ups received online donations, and updated Excel sheets.

●Wrote the company’s annual reports, event speeches, and social media content.

SKILLS AND OTHER EXPERIENCES

Soft Skills: Great communication skills/ Time management/ Problem-solving/ Cultural Competency/ Leadership

Accomplishments: Trained and mentored multiple employees/ Leadership Award of Honors/ Chancellor’s Choice Scholarship/ Nominated for various Academic Honor Societies

Technical Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)/ GarageBand (MacOS and iOS)/ Canva

Certification: MIND Organization – Certificate of internship completion in behavioral mental health techniques at Beaconhouse National University

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