Aspiring Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern

Professional Summary

Graduate counseling student pursuing a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with only 9 credit hours remaining toward degree completion. Academic concentration includes addictions counseling, severe mental health disorders, and co-occurring disorders. Brings a strong foundation in behavioral health support, case management, de-escalation, patient assessment, documentation, and recovery-focused communication. Certified Peer Recovery Specialist seeking a supervised clinical internship placement to complete remaining hours while providing compassionate, ethical, and client-centered care.

Education

University of the Southwest

Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Aug 2024 – Present

• 9 credit hours remaining toward degree completion

• Specialization in addictions counseling, severe mental health disorders, and co-occurring disorders

Troy University

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology

Aug 2013 – Jul 2015

Core Skills

• Behavioral health support

• Mental health counseling

• Case management

• Substance use recovery support

• De-escalation

• Patient assessment

• Progress documentation

• Group support

• Risk analysis

• Telehealth support

• Regulatory compliance

• Recovery-focused communication

• Client-centered care

• Organizational skills

Certifications

• Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)

• Certified Case Manager

Objective

Seeking a supervised clinical internship in behavioral health or counseling where I can complete required practicum or clinical hours, strengthen my counseling skills, and support individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.

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