Bree Catherine Claasen

Professional Psychological Counsellor: Versatile in the field of transformative counselling techniques with the ability to empathetically work with diverse groups over a broad spectrum of ages dealing in relational, sensitive and traumatic situations. Strong interpersonal skills with knowledge on mental health and the ability to understand and work with different personality types to facilitate and nurture meaningful connections. Provide guidance skills from a social and educational psychological and ethical viewpoint with great motivation and resilience to make a meaningful difference towards a better outcome.

EDUCATIONAL COMPETENCIES

Basic Psychology

Educational Psychology: The Learning Child, Child and Adolescent Development, Inclusive

Education A.

Psychological Counselling: Marriage Guidance and Counselling, HIV/AIDS Care and Counselling,

Transformative Counselling Encounters, Sexual Trauma, Victimology, Contemporary Criminological

Issues.

Social Psychology: Anthropology in a Diverse World, Adulthood and Maturity, Psychology in Society, Community Psychology (Building Foundations), Community Psychology (Working for Change), Research in Social Sciences, Social Psychology.

Psychology from an Ethical/Philosophical Viewpoint: Intro in History of Religions, Ethics and Life,

Sexual Ethics, Faith Philosophy and Sciences, Critical Reasoning.

Mental Health: Personality Theories, Abnormal Behaviour and Mental Health, Cognition (Thinking,

Memory and Problem Solving).

Psychometric Screening/Research: Basic Measurement and Questionnaire Design, Psychological

Research.

SKILLS

• Able to work independently and as a group
• Ability to take initiative and being proactive
• Good Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Communication Skills
• Organised, Meticulous and Detailed
• Computer Skills
• Report Writing and Research Skills
• Analytical Thinking Skills
• Quality and Accuracy
• Self Motivated and Resilient
• Strong Leadership Skills
• Able to facilitate meaningful connections
• Ability to work with a broad spectrum of Ages
• Knowledge on Transformative Counselling Techniques
• Empathetic, Patient and Understanding
• Ability to create a warm, welcoming and comfortable environment for Consultations
• Able to offer Ethical, Emotional, Practical and Holistic support in any capacity
• Ability to Assist, Guide, Support, Counsel Children, Adults and the Elderly as well Mentor young people
• Able to offer Mentorship specifically to Youth
• Knowledge on Child and Adolescent Development
• Knowledge on Adulthood and Maturity
• Offer Transformative Counselling in regards to Relational situations such as Marriage Guidance
• Passionate about Counselling and Supporting children from an Inclusive Education viewpoint
• Ability to work with different personalities and diverse groups dealing with stressful situations
• Knowledgable on Mental Illnesses and Health
• Ability to provide counselling and support dealing with sensitive issues such as HIV/AIDS and

Sexual Trauma

• Knowledgable on Methods of Psychometric Screening
• Knowledge on Diverse Religions and Sociocultural Backgrounds
• Knowledgable on issues within a Community and Social Psychological context
• High commitment to making a difference in the lives of all through Transformative Counselling

Permanent/Intern/Graduate/Student Job Application

I am a Psychology Graduate specializing in Psychological Counselling currently in the process of completing my Honours in Psychology. I am very confident in my abilities and what I can contribute to your work environment. I am very interested in working at your company in order to gain more work experience and further improve my skills. I am eager to learn and open to tackling a range of tasks.

Marketing Assistant to Senior Marketing Manager for 6 months at Skills Academy.

Field: Health Science and Social Services

Major: BA Psychology

Specialization: Psychological Counselling

Completed: 2021

(In the process of obtaining HON Psychology)