Amelia Walsh
Los Angeles
Summary
Graduate student in clinical psychology preparing for practicum training, with experience in relational, human-centered roles emphasizing emotional attunement, reflective listening, and comfort with ambiguity. Strongly drawn to psychodynamic perspectives, with a deep interest in supervised learning and long-term relational work.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Dotter
Los Angeles, CA
06.2021 - Current
- Provide relational leadership and day-to-day support to staff, fostering an emotionally respectful, collaborative, and inclusive work environment
- Utilize active listening, empathy, and clear communication to address employee concerns and navigate interpersonal challenges
- Build rapport and trust with customers through attentive listening and respectful presence, recognizing that many interactions involve emotional expression and a desire to feel seen and understood
- Communicate professionally with customers and vendors to clarify needs, manage expectations, and resolve issues calmly and effectively
- Balance multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced setting while maintaining strong professional boundaries, organization, and accountability
Sales Associate
Aggregate Supply
San Francisco, CA
12.2017 - 03.2020
- Provided individualized, attentive support to a diverse customer base through empathic listening and collaborative problem-solving
- Supported customers in decision-making processes, managing frustration, and feeling heard and respected
Project Assistant
Geotechnical Engineering, Inc.
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Provided administrative and coordination support to multidisciplinary teams, assisting with large-scale reports, documentation, and document control
- Managed sensitive materials with discretion and attention to confidentiality
- Coordinated tasks across multiple professionals while meeting deadlines and maintaining organizational accuracy
- Supported office operations including scheduling, correspondence, and expense documentation
Reading Tutor Volunteer
Reading Partners
Los Angeles, CA
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided one-on-one reading support to children ages 5–8 with varying literacy levels in an after-school setting
- Adapted instruction and engagement to each child’s developmental stage, learning pace, and emotional needs
- Built rapport and trust through consistency, patience, and encouragement, supporting confidence and engagement in learning
Community Events Volunteer
Scribble
Highland Park, Los Angeles, CA
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported community events and fundraising efforts at a sliding-scale mental health center focused on increasing access to affordable therapy
- Helped contribute to a welcoming, organized, and inclusive environment aligned with the organization’s mission of community care and accessibility
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University Los Angeles
Culver City, CA03-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Literature And Written Arts
Bard College
Annandale-on-Hudson, NY05-2017
Skills
- Empathic and reflective listening
- Emotional attunement and rapport building
- Professional boundaries and reliability
- Conflict navigation and de-escalation
Clinical & Interpersonal
- Cultural humility
- Clear, client-centered written communication
- Organization and documentation
- Confidentiality and discretion
Administrative & Professional
Accomplishments
- Provided group guidance, emotional support, and encouragement in a structured, age-appropriate learning environment
- Co-facilitated a creative writing workshop emphasizing expression, reflection, mindfulness, and process
Creative Writing & Bookbinding Instructor
San Francisco, CA
Designed lesson plans and facilitated creative writing and bookbinding classes for children ages 6–12 over four consecutive summers
Workshop Facilitator
Creative Writing in the Woods
Timeline
Reading Tutor Volunteer
Reading Partners
03.2024 - 12.2024
Community Events Volunteer
Scribble
02.2024 - 08.2024
Manager
Dotter
06.2021 - Current
Project Assistant
Geotechnical Engineering, Inc.
07.2018 - 09.2019
Sales Associate
Aggregate Supply
12.2017 - 03.2020
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts - Literature And Written Arts
Bard College