Danya Ballesteros
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Motivated psychology student with hands-on research experience in cognitive psychology and a strong passion for mental health advocacy. Eager to be part of a movement that normalizes conversations about mental health and ensures that everyone, regardless of background, has access to the care and support they deserve.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front End Cashier
Walmart
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during checkout
- Processed customer transactions, returning appropriate cash or coin, payment cards, and receipts
- Helped resolve checkout issues and delays
- Demonstrated knowledge of store inventory by assisting customers in locating products and offering recommendations when necessary
- Maintained a well-organized and clean workstation, ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers
Youth Consultant Intern
National Health Foundation
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Conducted in-depth research on the implementation of Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) concepts and activities within the context of sexual and reproductive health programs
- Actively participated in group calls and meetings using Zoom, contributing insights and ideas to collaborative discussions
- Facilitated and engaged in focus groups, addressing actionable strategies to support troubled youth in relevant programs
- Revised and developed PowerPoints, effectively summarizing research findings and ideas
- Presented findings confidently in group settings for knowledge sharing and discussion
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Los Angeles
07.2025
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Patient
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Detail Oriented & Organized
- Collaboration/ Relationship Building
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Openness to Change
Certification
- Applied Attachment Theory (AAT) Work Shop Attendance ( 2023)
- Introduction to Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Workshop Attendance( 2023)
- SBIRT ( Substance Abuse Program) Completion (2023)
- Improving Cultural Competency for Behavioral health Professionals Certification Completion (2023)
- Working with the Borderline Personality: Facilitating Individuality Workshop Attendance ( 2024)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Research Experience
Research Assistant, Cognitive PsychoPhysiology Laboratory (Spring 2024)
- Contributed to the project Perception of Music-Evoked Autobiographical Memories (MEAMs), focusing on the cognitive and emotional impacts of music on memory recall
- Assisted in running experimental sessions, guiding participants through study protocols
- Managed participant data and scheduling using Excel, ensuring accurate data entry and efficient organization
Timeline
Front End Cashier
Walmart
07.2021 - 05.2022
Youth Consultant Intern
National Health Foundation
04.2021 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Los Angeles
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