Art therapy AB

Sean Martinez

*********@*****.*** 781-***-**** Brighton MA 02135

Objective

Recent Art Therapy graduate seeking a part time position where skill sets can be utilized to support individuals in accessing services that promote empowerment and positive mental health.

Skills

● Experience in developing and facilitating group activities in art therapy

● Strong team player with a commitment to supporting the team’s mission ● Excellent crisis management and de-escalation skills

● Compassionate communicator, skilled at providing emotional

● Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite

● Additional Programs: Publisher, Zoom, Salesforce

Work Experience

Price Center Newton, MA

Art Therapy Intern August - January 2024 ● Worked with young adults on the autism spectrum in a group setting, facilitating art projects to promote self-expression and social interaction.

● Collected behavioral data to assist therapeutic staff in tailoring services to meet participants’ needs.

● Led art activities based on established art therapy protocols to help participants alleviate stress and improve social skills.

● Assisted staff in managing and guiding participant behavior, encouraging independence. ● Led physical activities designed to promote exercise and social engagement among participants.

● Developed a plan to support a visually impaired participant in fully participating in art activities.

● Participated in team meetings to review processes, procedures, and the effectiveness of interventions.

Good Samaritans of the Cape and Islands Mashpee, MA

Crisis Line Intern August - December, 2023 ● Answered crisis calls, providing emotional support to individuals, including those at risk of suicide.

● Assessed callers for immediate risk and involved emergency responders and supervisors as needed.

● Provided callers with resources and solutions to meet their needs, ensuring follow-up where applicable.

● Trained in the federal 988 program, enhancing the organization’s role in the mental health crisis intervention system.

● Maintained thorough documentation of all calls and outcomes.

● Participated in regular supervision to review challenging calls and receive guidance on handling difficult situations.

NITEO Boston University Brighton, MA

Intern Peer Mentor July 2020 - November 2021

● Promoted activities such as art, creative writing, movement, and discussion for college students facing mental health challenges.

● Planned and facilitated group activities, including icebreakers and exercises, and provided guidance on program content.

● Aided instructors with workshops on healthy relationships, wellness, academics, and art.

● Led training session for colleagues on how to support students transitioning from NITEO.

● Created and delivered presentations on various mental health-related topics for students.

● Participated in outreach efforts, including distributing promotional materials. Freelance

Artist January 2018 - June 2021 ● Created and sold art pieces for sale including drawings, paintings, and sculptures ● Successfully advertised and sold artworks on Facebook Marketplace

● Completed commission work based on client requests to customer satisfaction. Other Related Experience

Video content creator May 2024 - Present

● Created the following YouTube channels: “Sean or serenity Creation ”, “world sports matter movement”, “Beyond math”, “The races to ultra class of distance”, “Mystery of the equation instrument”, “cooking alive”, “I run with the living 2” “Unseen Runners”, “Math of reality”, “Music has a future”, “what is beyond existence”, and “The mystery equation graph”

● Produce original storylines, music, and visual art for video content.

● Develop, edit, and sequence video content for various projects.

● Promote videos across social media platforms to increase visibility.

● Utilize AI software to generate voice overs for video content.

Volunteer at Recreation Assistant The Residence at Watertown Square LCB Senior Living Watertown, MA June 2025 - Present

●Promoted activities such as art, creative writing, movement, and discussion for seniors with memory care issues.

Education Lesley University, Cambridge, MA B.A. in Art Therapy, Graduated May 2024

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