AISHA LILAH ALAMI
Oakland
Summary
Pre-licensed Associate Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in trauma-informed, expressive arts therapy. Provides individualized and group psychotherapy for diverse populations, utilizing creative interventions to enhance emotional regulation and foster resilience. Committed to equity-centered care and professional growth through collaborative, culturally responsive practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Therapist (Supervised Clinical Counselor
Child Therapy Institute of Marin
Richmond
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Provided supervised individual and group psychotherapy to children and adolescents using play therapy, expressive arts, movement, and mindfulness-based interventions.
- Developed and implemented individualized, family-centered treatment plans in collaboration with caregivers and multidisciplinary teams.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' mental health and emotional well-being.
- Maintained a consistent clinical caseload and completed HIPAA-compliant documentation in accordance with agency, county, and clinical standards.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of client progress and treatment interventions to ensure continuity of care.
- Engaged in weekly individual and group supervision to deepen understanding of trauma-informed care, liberation psychology, and culturally responsive practice.
- Supported Spanish-speaking children and caregivers, enhancing engagement and access through effective communication with basic clinical Spanish and interpreters.
Psychotherapist, Trainee
Casa Ubuntu – Bonita House
Oakland
01.2024 - 12.2025
- Delivered supervised individual and group psychotherapy within a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented residential program.
- Developed culturally inclusive, strengths-based treatment plans, ensuring alignment with client needs and goals.
- Facilitated expressive arts and peer-support groups, enhancing emotional regulation, identity development, and community connection for participants.
- Coordinated care for clients through referrals and resource navigation, addressing needs in housing, mental health, and substance-use recovery.
- Maintained HIPAA-compliant documentation for county billing and program reporting.
High School Instructor – Urban Farmcraft Program
Black Oak Wilderness (Summit Public Charter Schools Partnership)
Bay Area
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Developed and implemented experiential curriculum integrating environmental science, urban agriculture, creative arts, and social-emotional learning to enhance student engagement.
- Facilitated adolescent development through hands-on, trauma-informed educational practices, fostering resilience and personal growth.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences in outdoor and wilderness settings.
- Collaborated with staff to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
Executive Assistant to the Executive Director
East Oakland Community Project (EOCP)
Oakland
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Supported leadership in operations of 501(c)(3) providing comprehensive support services for homeless families and individuals.
- Managed confidential records, facilitated board communications, organized financial documentation, and coordinated program logistics.
- Conducted grant research, prepared reports, managed donor communications, and ensured compliance.
- 501(c)(3) providing wrap-around services for homeless families and individuals.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology — Expressive Arts Therapy
California Institute of Integral Studies
San Francisco, CA01-2025
Certificate in Nonprofit Management -
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA01-2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL01-2010
Skills
- Play therapy
- Child psychotherapy
- Trauma-informed care
- Family systems therapy
- Emotional regulation support
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health assessment
- Treatment planning
- Case management
- Clinical documentation
- HIPAA compliance
- Group facilitation
- Records management
- Office software proficiency
- QuickBooks proficiency
- Recovery-oriented care
Technical And Administrative Skills
- Electronic health records
- County billing documentation
- HIPAA compliance
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- QuickBooks
- Scheduling & records management
Related Experience
- High School Instructor – Urban Farmcraft Program, Black Oak Wilderness (Summit Public Charter Schools Partnership), Bay Area, Bay Area, CA, 03/01/22, 07/01/22, Designed and taught experiential curriculum integrating environmental science, urban agriculture, creative arts, and social-emotional learning., Supported adolescent development through hands-on, trauma-aware educational practices.
- Executive Assistant to the Executive Director, East Oakland Community Project (EOCP), Oakland, Oakland, CA, 02/01/19, 09/01/21, Supported leadership of a 501(c)(3) providing wrap-around services for homeless families and individuals., Assisted with grant research, reporting, donor communications, and compliance., Managed confidential records, board communications, financial documentation, and program logistics.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
Certificate in Nonprofit Management
California State University, East Bay — Hayward, CA
California State University, East Bay — Hayward, CA
Timeline
Child Therapist (Supervised Clinical Counselor
Child Therapy Institute of Marin
01.2025 - 01.2026
Psychotherapist, Trainee
Casa Ubuntu – Bonita House
01.2024 - 12.2025
High School Instructor – Urban Farmcraft Program
Black Oak Wilderness (Summit Public Charter Schools Partnership)
03.2022 - 07.2022
Executive Assistant to the Executive Director
East Oakland Community Project (EOCP)
02.2019 - 09.2021
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology — Expressive Arts Therapy
California Institute of Integral Studies
Certificate in Nonprofit Management -
California State University, East Bay
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
University of Florida