ANNA CHEPELIEVA
Clinical Counselor
Abbotsford,BC
Summary
Experienced Clinical Counselor with more than 9 years in psychotherapy and counseling, dedicated to supporting the emotional and psychological needs of adults and adolescents. Track record of effectively helping clients improve their mental health and well-being through evidence-based therapy.
Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate psychotherapy and counseling interventions to meet the needs of individuals. Passionate about helping people manage mental health and improve quality of life.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
12
12
Certifications
Work History
Psychologist
Center for Health and Development "Family Circle,"
8 2021 - Current
- Conduct cognitive-behavioral therapy for diverse mental health disorders
- Incorporate schema therapy for personality disorders.
Support Group Facilitator/Counselor
Maple Hope Foundation
11.2023 - Current
- Facilitated support groups for Ukrainian women, creating a safe and nurturing environment for sharing personal experiences and emotions.
- Facilitated training program for teenagers.
- Provided individual wellness sessions.
Psychologist
Center for Social Support of Children and Families "Wings of Hope,"
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided psychological assistance to children and adolescents
- Counseled caregivers and teachers on child development and behavioral issues.
Psychologist
Kyiv Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Delivered cognitive-behavioral therapy for a range of mental health issues
- Monitored clients’ situations, followed up with clients, and maintained case files and records.
Psychologist
Charitable Foundation "Caritas Mariupol"
07.2018 - 04.2021
- Provided individual counseling and led support groups
- Developed and conducted training programs on stress resistance and emotional intelligence.
Psychologist/Social Educator/Lecturer
Mariupol Electromechanical College
02.2012 - 07.2018
- Provided social and psychological support for students, developed plans to improve academic performance and address behavioral issues
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Led psychoeducational classes, workshops and seminars.
- Conducted training programs on emotional literacy and effective communication.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
Social Educator
The "Care Center" Children's Home
07.2005 - 02.2012
- Ensuring the rights and interests of children in the orphanage.
- Providing social and legal advice to children, parents, relatives, adoptive parents, guardians, and foster parents. Assisting with the adoption process and the placement of children in family-based care.
- Handling social benefits registration and representing foster children’s interests in state institutions, including courts and social services.
Education
Psychotherapist-Intern -
Institute of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Lviv, Ukraine06.2023
Psychologist -
Institute of Postgraduate Education of Engineering And Pedagogical Workers
06.2010
Master's Degree in Social Work -
Priazovsky State Technical University
06.2007
Skills
Provided support to clients of different age groups and addressed various health issues, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief and loss, adjustment disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, self-harm, suicidal behavior among others
Offering comprehensive support for managing and overcoming burnout, including prevention strategies and recovery techniques
Facilitating self-help groups and nurturing a supportive environment for participants
Empathetic active listener, experienced in assessing clients’ needs, situations, strengths, and support networks to determine their goals
Flexible and adaptable quick learner, able to accept and adjust to changing circumstances effectively
Utilizing methods from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Schema Therapy, and incorporating Mindfulness practices
An active participant in the Ukrainian Association of Cognitive
Languages
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
English
Limited Working
Certification
Certificate "CBT model of fostering psychological resilience""
Timeline
Certificate "CBT model of fostering psychological resilience""
04-2024
Certificate "ACT for beginners"
03-2024
Support Group Facilitator/Counselor
Maple Hope Foundation
11.2023 - Current
Certificate "CBT for complicated loss reaction. CBT for somatic disorders"
01-2023
Certificate "Schema therapy training program".
11-2022
Psychologist
Center for Social Support of Children and Families "Wings of Hope,"
05.2022 - 02.2023
Certificate "Cognitive-behavioral therapy of post-traumatic stress disorder".
10-2021
Certificate of training program "Integration of mindfulness into counseling, coaching and psychotherapy".
06-2021
Psychologist
Kyiv Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
05.2021 - 08.2021
Certificate "Eight-step program for working with the loss of adults who have lost a loved one".
10-2020
Certificate "Basic principles of providing psychosocial assistance in emergency situations and crises", "First psychological aid and crisis intervention".
07-2019
Certificate of training program "CBT+: Basic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques for Counseling and Coaching".
06-2019
Psychologist
Charitable Foundation "Caritas Mariupol"
07.2018 - 04.2021
Certificate of training course "Trauma of War".
05-2015
Certificate "Children and War: Teaching Healing Techniques".
04-2015
Certificate"Fundamentals of trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy".
03-2015
Psychologist/Social Educator/Lecturer
Mariupol Electromechanical College
02.2012 - 07.2018
Social Educator
The "Care Center" Children's Home
07.2005 - 02.2012
Psychologist
Center for Health and Development "Family Circle,"
8 2021 - Current
Psychotherapist-Intern -
Institute of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Psychologist -
Institute of Postgraduate Education of Engineering And Pedagogical Workers
Master's Degree in Social Work -
Priazovsky State Technical University
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