James Zuech

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.

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)

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)