Mackenzie Donahoo
EMDR trained emerging counselor with experience in residential, PHP, and IOP setting seeing clients with substance use, eating disorders and co-occurring diagnosis. Former educator that uses knowledge of childhood development and dynamics into the counseling room. Effective with time-management, communication, and leadership.
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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.
Experience
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
Education
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)
