Jimmena Robinson
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Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Associate Therapist with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy and extensive experience supporting children, families, and adults through trauma-informed care. Skilled in providing individual, family, and group therapy, with a strong foundation in emotional regulation, attachment-based work, and culturally responsive practices. Passionate about helping clients build resilience, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change through evidence-based interventions. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to promote behavioral change, demonstrating strong communication and diagnostic assessment abilities. Passionate about fostering resilience in diverse populations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
Higher Ground Youth & Family Services
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Worked with clients experiencing depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, delusional and paranoid disorders, anxiety, developmental delays, and trauma-related symptoms
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs, informing the development of tailored therapeutic interventions.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations in a trauma-informed, strengths-based setting.
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
- Participated in weekly supervision, case presentations, and ongoing professional development.
- Collaborated with supervisors and multidisciplinary teams to tailor interventions that promote client insight, self-awareness, and behavioral change.
- Develop and implement group therapy curricula focused on boundaries, emotional regulation, and communication skills.
- Engaged in ongoing training to learn evidence-based practices for therapy sessions.
Therapeutic Behavioral Services Coach
Charlee Family Care
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided intensive one-on-one behavioral support to children and youth (ages 5–21) experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Developed individualized coaching plans to enhance client engagement and skill acquisition.
- Implemented individualized behavioral interventions to help clients build coping skills, emotional regulation, and adaptive functioning in home, school, and community settings.
- Collaborated with therapists, case managers, and families to reinforce treatment goals and prevent placement in higher levels of care, such as group homes.
- Modeled and coached positive communication, problem-solving, and self-regulation strategies in real-time situations.
- Documented progress, behavioral data, and interventions in accordance with agency and county standards.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage, Couples, And Family Therapy
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Anaheim, CA07-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA05-2021
Skills
- Trauma-Informed & Culturally Responsive Care
- Play Therapy & Early Childhood Interventions
- Individual, Family, and Group Therapy
- Diagnostic Assessment & Treatment Planning
- Reflective Parenting & Attachment-Based Work
- Crisis Intervention & Safety Planning
- Emotional Regulation & Mindfulness Techniques
- Psychoeducation & Curriculum Development
- Collaborative Documentation & Case Coordination
Timeline
Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
Higher Ground Youth & Family Services
08.2024 - 08.2025
Therapeutic Behavioral Services Coach
Charlee Family Care
03.2023 - 05.2024
Master of Arts - Marriage, Couples, And Family Therapy
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Riverside