Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Practicum Experience
Timeline
Teacher

Devora Mittelmann

Toronto,ON

Summary

I am a compassionate therapist who places the needs of my clients at the centre of our sessions. I excel in actively listening to their concerns and providing a safe space for them to explore and process their emotions. With my keen observational skills and profound understanding of human behavior, I am able to offer invaluable insights and support their personal growth. As a registered qualifying psychotherapist, I am dedicated to fostering a growth oriented therapeutic environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Beth Jacob High School
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers and administrators to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.

Teacher

Eitz Chaim Schools
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.

Teacher

Eitz Chaim Schools
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.

Personal Support Worker

Spark Therapy
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Built strong relationship with client to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.

Dorm Counselor

Mesores Rochel Seminary
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Promoted positive relations between students and staff.
  • Provided emotional support for students coping with homesickness and relationship difficulties that came up.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville Univeristy
Fredericton, NB
07.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts

Maalot Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Israel
06.2017

Completion Certificate - Judaic Studies

Mesores Rochel Seminary
Jerusalem, Israel
06.2016

High School Diploma -

Beth Jacob High School
Toronto, On
06.2015

Skills

  • Emotional Support
  • Mental Health Support
  • Therapeutic Exercise
  • Tracking Client Progress
  • Client Goal Planning
  • Individual Sessions

Practicum Experience

Eitz Chaim Schools- September 2021- June 2022

Toronto, ON

  • Provided counseling services for middle school students.
  • Provided support to students who faced challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and difficulty concentration.
  • Created treatment plans and worked with clients to meet their goals.
  • Adapted my therapeutic approach based on the unique needs of each client.


Michele Rich, RP - January 2022-June 2022

Virtual- based in Toronto, ON

  • Provided counseling for clients virtually while being supervised by Michele Rich.
  • I practice counseling with a client-centered approach, where the focus is on the individual's needs and preferences. Together with my clients, we established treatment foals to guide our work and create a collaborative therapeutic relationship. I closely supported and assisted clients in navigating and processing their personal experiences and challenges.
  • Considered each clients individual circumstances and employed a variety of approaches and techniques to best support their progress and well being.




Timeline

Teacher

Beth Jacob High School
09.2021 - 06.2022

Teacher

Eitz Chaim Schools
09.2020 - 06.2021

Teacher

Eitz Chaim Schools
09.2017 - 06.2018

Personal Support Worker

Spark Therapy
09.2017 - 06.2018

Dorm Counselor

Mesores Rochel Seminary
09.2016 - 06.2017

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville Univeristy

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts

Maalot Jerusalem

Completion Certificate - Judaic Studies

Mesores Rochel Seminary

High School Diploma -

Beth Jacob High School
Devora Mittelmann