Graduate Student/Research Associate
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I am currently in graduate school pursuing a degree in clinical mental health counseling. With my degree, I will become a psychotherapist with my own practice where I help various clientele work through mental health issues. I will specifically focus on formerly incarcerated individuals who are now exiting the justice system and my goal is to help them transition into society in a way that is conducive.
Currently, I am seeking work as a research associate in the field of psychology. I have extensive experience in this field as I have been a research assistant in the past. Therefore, I have experience with data collection, running participants, and writing reports.
More details about my previous experience are written in my CV and Resume. Please feel free to contact me concerning any questions.
May 2025 - PRESENT
Registered Behavior Technician, Lighthouse Kids
I implement research-backed applied behavioral analysis techniques to clients via in-home services. I work with children with various developmental disorders as well as coordinate with their families to ensure effective treatment and collaboration. Therefore, I have experience working with children, applying behavioral and therapeutic techniques, as well as collecting data and implementing treatment plans. Furthermore, I have qualifications in de-escalation techniques and managing care plans.
2024 | Research Assistant | Department of Psychology, University of Tennessee Chattanooga
Responsibilities: Collecting in-person data in lab, analyzing experimental design, demonstrating technical proficiency, and assisting in reporting results. Through this experience, I have developed analytical, critical thinking, data collecting, and interviewing skills.
October 2022 - May 2023
Teacher’s Assistant, GEAR UP at UTC-Howard High School
Taught one-on-one and in group settings to prepare students for post-secondary education by filling in gaps in their academic work and through presentations on career choices, as well as to prepare them for college. Other duties included working with students who require special assistance and mental health support. Therefore, working with diverse populations, managing a classroom, and even assisting students in their mental health journey are all valuable assets that would translate well in this job.
August 2024 - Present (estimated graduation date May 2027)
Masters Degree, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Wake Forest University
August 2020 - May 2024
Bachelor’s Degree, Psychology, University Of Tennessee, Chattanooga
