Mackenzie Donahoo

EMDR-trained MA candidate in Clinical Mental Health (expected August 2026) with direct clinical experience across residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient settings, treating substance use, eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Combines a background in education with trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches to conduct comprehensive assessments, co-facilitate individual and group therapy, develop collaborative treatment plans, and maintain accurate clinical documentation. Committed to client-centered care and ongoing professional development to support clients' recovery.

Therapist intern at Integrative Life Center (2025-05 – Present)

• Collaborated with mental health professionals to design and implement therapeutic interventions.
• Conducted assessments to evaluate client needs and progress.
• Engaged in planning group therapy sessions on a variety of topics on both the residential and partial hospitalization levels of care.
• Supported individual and group therapy sessions, enhancing emotional well-being.
• Documented client interactions and outcomes to inform treatment plans.
• Engaged in professional development to stay current with industry best practices.

Elementary Teacher at Lewisville ISD (2022-08 – 2024-05)

• Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement new approaches to teaching that improved student performance
• Actively monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly
• Recognized and responded to students' individual needs and learning styles
• Developed innovative lesson plans that increased students' understanding of course material
• Facilitated small group instruction to target specific student needs
• Implemented a differentiated instruction approach that catered to the individual needs of each student and improved learning outcomes
• Established a positive classroom culture that promoted collaboration and respect among students
• Developed and implemented behavior management plans to ensure a safe and productive learning environment

Graduate Assistant at Belmont University (2024-07 – Present)

• Planning events to help students connect to the Belmont community
• Connecting vendors to opportunities to serve Belmont Students
• Surveying students to improve future events
• Assisted with event planning and execution, resulting in successful and well-attended events
• Created and maintained event websites, social media accounts, and other online platforms to promote the event
• Prepared event reports and tracked key performance indicators to measure event success

Youth Intern at Saturn Road Church (2021-05 – 2022-08)

• Coordinated and facilitated church-wide events such as retreats, conferences, and service projects
• Established and maintained positive relationships with church staff, resulting in improved team morale and collaboration
• Provided pastoral care and counseling to individuals and families in need, resulting in improved mental and emotional wellbeing
• Provided individual counseling and guidance to youth to help them develop positive life skills
• Facilitated group discussions and activities to promote critical thinking and collaborative learning in a Biblically-based setting

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education – Harding University (2018-08 – 2022-05)

Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health – Belmont University (2024-08 – 2026-08)