James Zuech
CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR | LPC-ASSOCIATE APPLICANT
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Compassionate clinical mental health counseling professional with an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern Methodist University, concentration in Trauma Studies, and a B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Addiction Studies from the University of North Texas. NCE passed; Texas LPC-Associate licensure is in progress and LPC-S supervision is being sought. Experienced providing individual and couples counseling, completing intake assessments and treatment plans, maintaining clinical documentation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Trained in trauma-informed, person-centered, experiential, and evidence-based approaches.
Experience
Counselor-in-Training - SMU Counseling Practicum - Dallas, TX
(2024 - 2026-08)
- Provided individual and couples counseling under licensed clinical supervision.
- Completed intake assessments, individualized treatment plans, and progress notes while maintaining ethical and professional standards.
- Applied trauma-informed, person-centered, experiential, and evidence-based interventions based on client needs and treatment goals.
- Participated in clinical supervision and case consultation to support treatment planning and continued clinical development.
Counseling Intern - The Samaritan Inn - McKinney, TX
(2026-01 - 2026-08)
- Provided individual counseling to adults under the supervision of a licensed clinician.
- Conducted assessments, developed treatment plans, and maintained comprehensive clinical documentation.
- Built therapeutic relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds using trauma-informed and person-centered approaches.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary staff to coordinate care, support client goals, and connect clients with appropriate resources.
Assistant Golf Professional - TPC Craig Ranch - McKinney, TX
(2026)
Golf Caddie - Northwood Club - Dallas, TX
(2020)
Education
M.S. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling; Concentration: Trauma Studies - Southern Methodist University (2026-08)
B.S. - Psychology; Minor: Addiction Studies - University of North Texas (2023-05)
