Sarah Charvel

Bilingual, bicultural, compassionate and driven Psychology student with experience supporting children, adolescents, and older adults in a variety of caregiving, mentorship, and community settings. Skilled in communication, emotional support, boundary-setting, and culturally responsive care. Passionate about helping individuals and families navigate relationships, strengthen coping skills, and improve well-being.

Dedicated to pursuing Marriage & Family Therapy to create meaningful, lasting change in people's lives.

Intern at LifeStep Internship (2025-09 – Present)

Mentor a youth experiencing anxiety and other mental health challenges through weekly one-on-one and group skill-building sessions.

• Mentor a youth experiencing anxiety and other mental health challenges through weekly one-on-one and group skill-building sessions
• Strengthen communication, conflict resolution, and emotional support abilities
• Participate in reflective practice discussions with peers

Cashier at Aloha Shave Ice (2023-01 – Present)

Delivered customer service in a fast-paced environment.

• Delivered customer service in a fast-paced environment
• Built skills in communication, patience, leadership, and maintaining an organized workspace

Camp Counselor at Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp (2024-06 – 2025-08)

Supervised and supported children through daily camp activities.

• Supervised and supported children through daily camp activities
• Practiced patience, boundary-setting, and emotional support during challenging behaviors
• Strengthened creativity, multitasking, and teamwork

Youth Leadership Council Member at Mitchell Thorp Foundation (2019-01 – 2023-12)

Helped plan, organize, and run charity events supporting families with critically ill children.

• Helped plan, organize, and run charity events supporting families with critically ill children
• Collaborated on creating care packages and fundraising efforts
• Developed leadership, communication, and teamwork skills

Intern at Jackson House El Centro (2022-06 – 2022-08)

Supported older adults in a mental health facility by assisting with daily tasks including feeding, taking pulses, and offering companionship.

• Supported older adults in a mental health facility by assisting with daily tasks including feeding, taking pulses, and offering companionship
• Developed cultural awareness, empathy, and strong communication skills
• Maintained patient comfort and emotional well-being

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Spanish, Human Development & Family Sciences – University of Arizona (2026-05)