Professional Summary
My current project was described in the article below in Chronograph Magazine,
July 2020 issue
From Chronograph July 2020
Work Experience
June 2021 to present
Massage Therapist: Menla Retreat & Dewa Spa Phoenicia NY, Hasbrouke House, Stoneridge NY
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Swedish, Hot stone, Shiatsu, and Thai massage
June 2020 to present
Farmer: Seed Song Farm, Kingston NY
In partnership with Singularity Botanicals, PA
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Planting and managing a new half-acre medicinal herb farm. in partnership
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Growing Ashwagandha, Dandelion, Valerian, Elecampane, and Yarrow.
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Coordinated with Singularity Botanicals and Seed Song Farm.
2011- 2019
Massage Therapist: Oasis Day Spa, Manhattan
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Swedish, Hot stone, Shiatsu and Thai massage
2018-2019
Massage Therapist: Element Natural Healing Arts, Brooklyn
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May 2017 – June 2018
Behavioral Assistant: Edni Counseling Services, LLC, NJ
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Provided short term intensive in-home counseling to youth ages 4 to 19
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Applied individualized skills and strengthed based approach
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Facilitated in positive solution-focused outcomes to individual and family
January 2014 – August 2014
Child Care Specialist: In-Home Service, Brooklyn, NY
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Cared for a two-year-old girl while parents were at work
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Facilitated outdoor activities, nap times, and prepared lunch and dinner
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Read stories twice a day and engaged in educational play
May 2012 – February 2014
Child Care Specialist: In-Home Service, Brooklyn, NY
• Cared for a four-year-old boy of a single-parent household
• Worked on listening skills, letter identification, and phonics
• Engaged in arts and crafts, puzzles, and play
• Taught how to assist in preparing meals and setting of the table
October 2010 – June 2011
Psychotherapist: Kinder Konsulting and Parents Too, Orlando, FL
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Provided in-home and in-school clinical services for children and their families which consisted of non-aggressive communication skills, play therapy, harm reduction, and emotional regulation techniques
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Coordinated services with other agencies and providers to effectively support clients
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Completed Treatment Plan Reviews and Discharge Summaries in accordance to HMO’s policy
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Followed state-mandated abuse and neglect, reporting procedures to Kinder Konsulting & Parents Too, Inc.
March 2010 – July 2010
Counseling Intern: Maria Droste Services (MDS)
Denver, CO
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Provided individual therapy to children 4 to 12 years old
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Taught healthy communication and problem-solving skills
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Provided educational support and counseled 5th-grade boys concerning bullying
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Assisted adults in distress to become stabilized, improve relationships, and increase life satisfaction by radical acceptance, emotional regulation, and self-improvement
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Participated in case conferences and consulted with staff to review client cases and resolve challenging therapeutic problems
August 2009 – March 2010
Counseling Intern: Catholic Charities: Home-Based Services, Denver, CO
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Implemented crisis intervention within the Intensive Home-Based Therapy Services for at-risk children and families
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Provided solution-focused therapy in the client’s home
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Decreased risk factors and increase functioning and stability within families incorporating Non-Violent Communication (NVC) skills
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Met with teachers, psychiatrists, GAL’s, and social workers to better comprehend client’s needs to develop effective treatment plans
March 2008 - June 2008
Resident Supervisor: Windhorse Community Services,
Boulder, CO
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Supervised, supported, and maintained a safe living environment for clients
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Advocated for clients’ privacy and health
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Met regularly with team and professional development group to discuss clients' health and recommendations
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June 2008 - November 2008
Access Counseling: Shared Parenting Program,
Boulder, CO
Practicum
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Observed children ages 5 and up with visiting parent enabling safe interaction
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Interacted and supported child’s needs while awaiting visiting parent
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Provided a safe environment for court-ordered parental visitation sessions
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Assisted supervisor of intakes of parent’s eligibility for program
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Swedish, Hot stone, Shiatsu and Thai massage
Volunteer Services
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Halsey Community Garden, Brooklyn, NY March 2014 - 2016
Volunteer/Compost Committee
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Assisted in the building of four raised beds to provide communal produce for the community
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Promoted self-reliance and was a catalyst for neighborhood and community development
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Partnered with Saranghina restaurant and led workshop on the process and benefits of composting
Brotherhood Sister Sol, West Harlem, NY February 2013 - June 2013
Mentor
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Mentored a 12 year old male once a week in the after school program
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Provided a safe space to allow for dialogue regarding certain hardships
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Presented all aspects of a positive role model in body, speech, and mind.
The Samaritans 24-Hour Crisis Hotline, New York, NY April 2012 - July 2012
Volunteer
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Provided emotional support to the depressed, suicidal, and the lonely
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Exhibited trained critical listening skills to those experiencing a crisis and coping with a tumultuous period in their life.
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Referred suicidal callers to the emergency room when plan of action and means were imminent
Conferences
Meditation and Psychotherapy September 11-12, 2013
Deepening Mindfulness
Harvard Medical School
The Practice of Psychotherapy June 1-2, 2012
Harvard Medical School
Interests
Music, hiking, swimming, camping, traveling, gardening, farming, reading, cooking, yoga, meditation., and political engagement,
Education
2020
Certificate In Progress
NY Botanical Gardens
Horticultural Therapy
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2010
Naropa University
MA Contemplative Psychotherapy
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1998
Swedish Institute
Massage Therapy
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1994
StonyBrook University
BA Social Sciences Interdisciplinary