JACQUELINE FRIAR
SKILLS
• Patient screening
• Integrated healthcare models
• Psychological Assessment
• Psychological Test Batteries
• Emotional Disorders
• Psychological Testing
• Treatment Programs
• Behavior Analysis
• Research
• Crisis Intervention
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Trauma Informed Care.
• Cultural Competency.
• Psychotropic Medication.
Recognizing and Reporting
Child Sexual Abuse.
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Reporting Suspected Abuse or
Neglect of a Child.
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• CPR, FIRST AID, AED.
Publication, Theories and
Concepts of Child Development
December 2019.
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AFFILIATIONS
Diligent professional adept at assessing and providing crisis intervention for complicated behavioral conditions and problems. Administered and interpreted case-based
psychological tests before prescribing treatment. Possesses outstanding interpersonal and conflict management skills. WORK HISTORY
June 2018 - March 2023
Clinical Psychology Intern Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
Shadowed experienced clinicians to gain in-depth
knowledge of treatment, diagnosis, and assessment
techniques.
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Worked with 50 clients living with mental and
developmental delays and employed successful strategies aimed at addressing symptoms and improving quality of life.
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Delivered counseling services to 20 individuals and 10 families.
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Assisted with documenting and evaluating behaviors of individuals with mental health diagnoses.
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Administered, scored, and interpreted psychological tests for 20 Social Security Disabilities referrals, 15 post-adoption DFPS referrals, and 15 students' IQ evaluations referrals during office visits.
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Implemented crisis intervention techniques to help individuals through complex situations.
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Assessed available case data and prepared reports outlining findings and recommendations.
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Identified indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment through direct observation.
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Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
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Aided general practitioners and specialists with handling complex cases by consulting on psychological diagnoses and treatments.
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CONTACT
Carson, CA 90745
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California Psychological
Association–Student Division Co-
Chair, Ex officio.
The National Society of
Leadership & Success (NSLS).
The American Psychological
Association (APA) Graduate
Division. National Association for
Family Child Care (NAFCC).
Walden University Ambassador.
March 2016 - May 2018
Forensic Psychology Argosy University, Arizona City, AZ Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
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Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
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Administered, scored, and interpreted psychosocial examinations for assessment of different patient markers.
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Referred clients to other specialists, institutions, or support services as necessary.
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Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews, and assessments to build complete pictures for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
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Wrote reports on clients and maintained required
paperwork.
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Counseled individuals, groups, or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
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Performed research on effectiveness of interventions and proposed changes to intervention structures based on evaluation outcomes.
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Committed to serving patients by listening to concerns and guiding patients in approaching behavioral, mental, and emotional problems.
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Polished in interviewing individuals to identify
psychological needs and providing accurate diagnoses.
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Well-versed in various psychological techniques, including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, and emotion- focused therapies.
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Shows ability to establish and maintain effective
relationships with recipients of psychological services, and to develop evidence-based intervention plans specific to service delivery goals and needs of those served.
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• Patient screening.
• Counseling.
• Psychotherapy.
• Psychological Assessment.
• Crisis Intervention.
• Emotional Disorders.
• Case management.
Behavior Analysis, Provided psychotherapy incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, and play therapy to treat wide range of psychological problems in patients.
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February 2012 - March 2015
Psychology Argosy University, Arizona City, AZ
Performed intake by interviewing to establish key
information, including medical and psychological history and as well as assessing patients' apparent mental state.
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Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
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Treated various anxiety disorders, using exposure therapies such as in vivo, imaginal, and virtual reality exposure.
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Maintained confidential records of over 50 patients related to individual patient treatment using software.
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Offered individual outpatient therapy for adult clients with wide range of psychological problems, including
depression, anxiety, substance abuse, physical and sexual traumas, and psychotic disorders.
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Conducted psychological assessments for adults and children to help address variety of clinical concerns and performed educational testing to inform courts of
intelligence and personality assessment results.
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Used imaging and relaxation techniques to develop
strengthening and safe zones to facilitate processing of trauma.
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Scheduled, organized, and delivered comprehensive
presentations on effective treatment of depression, anxiety, anger, and cognitive-behavioral skills to manage negative emotions.
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Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
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Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff over 20, to reduce turnover and foster stability.
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Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
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Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
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Upheld sound financial principles to keep program
operating within budget levels, maximizing resource utilization while minimizing costs.
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Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
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Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
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Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety, and well-being of children.
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Reviewed and evaluated new and current programs to determine effectiveness and compliance with state, local, and federal regulations and recommended any necessary modifications.
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EDUCATION
January 2023
Ph.D Clinical Psychology
Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
June 2018
Master of Science Forensic Psychology
Argosy, Minneapolis, MN
January 2015
Bachelor of Arts Psychology
Argosy University, Minneapolis, MN, Cameroon