Clinical Therapist at Canadian Mental Health Association – York Region and South Simcoe (2023-06 – Present)
Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide trauma-informed, tailored individual and family therapy to newcomers and their families (including new immigrants and refugees, aged 12 and up). Utilize evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, and SBFT.
- Design and facilitate therapeutic group sessions and psychoeducational workshops on topics such as stress management, coping skills, and cultural adaptation for newcomers, incorporating trauma-informed approaches.
- Collaborate with community organizations to ensure a holistic approach to client care. Coordinate case management activities addressing clients' multifaceted needs, such as housing, employment, and social integration.
- Develop and manage various client support initiatives, including workshops, walk-in clinics, and support groups, to enhance accessibility and provide continuous care for newcomers.
- Actively participate in advisory meetings with partner organizations and funders to discuss program development, client needs, and service improvements. Contribute to the preparation and submission of funding requests to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Child and Family Therapist at York Hills Centre for Children, Youth and Family - COMPASS program (2022-02 – 2023-05)
Conducted thorough initial assessments to understand client needs and developed trauma-informed, tailored treatment plans with specific, measurable goals for clients referred from School Boards (YRDSB, YCDSB).
- Provided evidence-based individual and family therapy (CBT, SFBT, EFT) to children and youth experiencing mental health issues, behavioral problems, and family conflicts.
- Partnered with school boards (YRDSB, YCDSB) to deliver coordinated care, working alongside mental health professionals and social workers to support students within the educational system.
- Delivered walk-in sessions (Here to Help Line) for children and families needing quick, brief access to support.
- Designed and facilitated psychoeducational sessions for parents and youth, focusing on mental health awareness, coping strategies, and family dynamics.
Program Counsellor at Salvation Army, Broadview Village, Community Engagement & Pre-employment program (2018-04 – 2022-01)
Supports clients with mental disorders, developmental disorders, and dual diagnosis with creating and monitoring ISPs tailored to each client's goals, providing regular updates and adjustments based on progress and changing needs.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions with clients having mental health disorders, developmental disorders, and dual diagnoses, employing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to address individual needs.
- Developed and facilitated psychoeducation workshops on topics such as mental health awareness, coping strategies, and life skills.
- Organized and managed a 12-week employment readiness program, including job search skills, resume building, and interview preparation. Coordinates with different organizations to create volunteer programs (Toronto Humane Society: Dog walking & Cat Caring, Daily Bread: Food banks)
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities with local organizations like the Toronto Humane Society and Daily Bread Food Bank, matching clients to roles that suited their interests and abilities.
Psychotherapy Internship at Ontario Ministry of Solicitor General – Maplehurst Correctional Complex (2020-09 – 2021-04)
Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for inmates, adhering to guidelines set by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and the Ministry of the Solicitor General.
- Provided one-on-one therapy to inmates with PTSD, depression, anxiety, addiction, and grief, employing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT).
- Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with CRPO and Ministry guidelines, ensuring detailed documentation of treatment progress and outcomes.
- Worked closely with psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, correctional officers, and other professionals to provide comprehensive care for "at-risk" inmates.
- Performed case presentation and discussions with different professions during the monthly meetings
Instructor Behaviour Therapist at I Believe in Miracle.inc (2016-07 – 2017-07)
Provided Applied Behaviour Analysis and Intensive Behaviour intervention for children especially who have Autism and ADHD
- Provided Group services to develop social skills for children with 3 to 8 years old
- To generalize the learned skill, intervention was delivered to many settings (school, home, and centre)
- Trained Volunteers what ABA and IBI is and helped them to develop basic skills such as Reinforcement and Prompting
- Collected and analyzed progressive data and suggested to change the program to senior therapists
Adult Social Group Leader at Geneva Centre for Autism (2016-04 – 2016-09)
Helped adults who have Autism Spectrum Disorder to develop social skills and taught manners in public places.
- Assisted clients to make group decisions/plans and guided to respect others' opinion. Suggested other options to discuss more and to make plans efficiently.
- Led the group to achieve their plans and reminded the next programs after the session
- Reported to centre after the session about how the session went through.
Mentor/ Volunteer Counsellor at Y-station (2015-01 – Present)
Provide counselling for grade 7 to 12 students who are new Korean immigrants, international students and students who were referred by YRDSB, TDSB, and TDCSB
- Being a mentor for the designated students for every year
- Supports student's family (newly immigrants) to settle in the new environment.
- Provide Family intervention (Family therapy, individual counselling or group counselling) from family's conflicts
- Develop and Implement Group Programs to learn and experience new environment.
- Support students with their difficulties (School – related work and English)
- Connect students to volunteer services
- Debrief and report to supervisors about the session.
Children group service volunteer at Geneva Centre for Autism (2015-04 – 2015-09)
Taught appropriate behaviour in the group environment to children with ASD age 6 to 18
- Helped staffs to run the program by back prompting the children
- Experienced One to One relationship with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Teaching or correcting social skills if it was necessary
School readiness program/volunteer at Autism in Mind (2015-10 – 2016-02)
Provided school setting and helped children with ASD age 3-5, to adapt in that environment.
- Assisted with group program as a "Back Prompter"
- Leaded small group to develop social skills
- Recorded data after the session and reported to senior therapists
Internship at Korean National Tennis Association (international department) (2013-03 – 2013-08)
Reporting all Korean player's rankings and results of the national team
- Issuing invitation letters to assist in getting VISA's for foreign players for tournaments in Korea
- Issuing national coach nominations
- Filing documents
- Helped progressing Jr. David cup, Jr Fed Cup and other international tennis tournaments.
- Acquired knowledge of running tennis tournament, computing skills such as Microsoft Office, and Dealing with clients from various country
