Counselor - Macomb Community College - Clinton Twp., MI
(2022-12)
- Offer personalized guidance, offering empathetic support and insights tailored to students' academic and career goals.
- Establish strong relationships with students, creating an environment of trust and confidentiality to help them navigate life decisions.
Professional Counselor - Independent Contractor - Troy, MI
(2022-05)
- Conduct one-on-one counseling and career coaching, foster deep, empathetic conversations around personal and professional goals.
- Utilize active listening to identify needs and build trust with clients, assisting them in making confident decisions for their future.
Career Consultant - Oakland University - Rochester, MI
(2021-08 - 2022-05)
- Delivered career coaching, working closely with students and alumni to uncover their strengths, developing job-search strategies, and refine their interviewing skills.
- Facilitated workshops on professional development, tailoring content to meet individual client needs and creating an engaging, supportive environment.
Academic Advisor - Oakland University - Rochester, MI
(2016-04 - 2021-08)
- Created an advising plan for Honors College student population which expanded from 845 students to 2000 over a period of four years.
- Advised current, prospective, and returning Honors College students on resources, classes and strategies for college success (Banner, Degree Works, EAB, ARGOS).
- Collaborated with registrar office to code Honors College students and classes.
- Planned and assisted with campus events related to advising, admission, recruitment and discovery.
- Maintained communication with students through in-person appointments, virtual appointments, e-mails and phone calls.
- Developed workshops for academic development and retention, time management and stress reduction to help students with strategies for success.
Group Counselor - Gilda's Club - Royal Oak, MI
(2019-01 - 2022-12)
- Led group counseling sessions for individuals affected by cancer, providing compassionate support for clients navigating personal loss and resilience.
- Fostered a sense of community and understanding among clients, demonstrating an elevated level of empathy while guiding them through their emotional journeys.
Academic Advisor II - Wayne State University - Detroit, MI
(2015-07 - 2016-04)
- Provided tailored academic advising, guiding students through their educational paths with clear goals and actionable plans.
- Developed strong professional relationships, offering continued support and guidance to help students achieve success in their academic and career goals.
