Kelly Hooper

Address

**, ***** *****, ***** ****** TA36SS

adpulg@r.postjobfree.com

Personal statement

I am a conscientious and professional Psychotherapist with extensive experience in counselling. I am an Integrative therapist meaning that I work from several modalities to meet the client’s individual needs. I currently run my own private practice in the centre of Taunton. I have also been an active volunteer for cruse bereavement care for several years. I am currently seeking a new position as a therapist within an organisation as I believe I am ready for a new challenge. I am a highly organised and efficient individual, whose thorough and precise approach to my client work has yielded excellent results. Recently I have embarked on a training course in cognitive behavioural therapy to broaden my skill base.

Key Skills

Level 5 diploma in psychotherapeutic counselling

Proficiency in all areas of managing client caseloads and note taking

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Extensive experience of working with children and young people

Member of the BACP

Experience of volunteering as a secondary school counsellor for one year

Provided telephone support with Mind, answering calls to individuals in crisis

Employment History

Kelly Hooper counselling and psychotherapy

(June 2015– Present)

Achievements and responsibilities:

Providing therapy for adults and young people with a varying degree of mental health issues

Devised and implemented a system for note keeping within the BACP ethical framework.

Communication and liaising with other agencies involved in clients care with their consent to achieve positive outcomes

Preparing for and attending monthly supervision

Diary management of diary, note keeping and business promotions

Cruse Bereavement

(June 2010 – present)

Achievements and responsibilities:

Presenting a professional and friendly first impression of the firm to all visitors and clients

Managing client referrals and contacting them

Organising my diary to conduct home and telephone visits to clients

Providing an empathic, non-judgemental space for everyone’s personal need

Adhere to Cruses policies and procedures

Attend regular training and supervision sessions

Help to facilitate group sessions for bereaved individuals in a sensitive, professional and caring manner

Education

Bridgwater College

(September 2012-June 2017)

A-levels:

General Studies – B

English – C

Mathematics – C

Huish Episcopi

(September 1989- June 1993)

10 GCSEs, grade A-C, including Maths and English

Hobbies & Interests

I am a keen cyclist and like to spend any spare time I have out on my bike exploring Somerset. I like to keep fit and run when I can.

My dog is a great companion and keeps me active as he enjoys long walks.

I enjoy gardening and like to grow vegetables.

I was until very recently a school governor at my son’s school and played an active role in decision making and helping to drive the school forward.

I am a mum to four children with ages ranging between 20 and 10 years.

References

References are available upon request.

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