Kara Buchanan
Calgary,AB
Summary
Registered Psychologist who is enthusiastic about helping callers from across Alberta. Operational problem-solver with front-line experience and experience training and supporting staff members through being a shift lead.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Lead
Primary Care Alberta
Calgary, AB
07.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and staff activities
- Perform administrative duties
- Trained new employees on procedures and best practices for patient care.
Mental Health Therapist
Primary Care Alberta
Calgary, Alberta
09.2022 - Current
- Answer calls from the provincial addictions and mental health helpline.
- Respond to callers in crisis, provide brief interventions, talk to callers about recommendations and next steps for health and wellness.
- Provide local health resources and discuss strategies to manage mental health and wellness.
Mental Health Therapist
Canadian Mental Health Association
Calgary, Alberta
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Conducted individual therapy sessions for diverse client needs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote peer support and connection.
Education
Master of Counselling - Counseling Psychology
CityUniversity Calgary Campus
Calgary, Alberta 09.2015 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Minor in Psychology
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB 09.2007 - 06.2012
Skills
- Patient care
- Crisis intervention
- Providing next steps for care
- Staff training
Certification
- Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists
Timeline
Shift Lead
Primary Care Alberta
07.2023 - Current
Mental Health Therapist
Primary Care Alberta
09.2022 - Current
Mental Health Therapist
Canadian Mental Health Association
03.2019 - 04.2022
Master of Counselling - Counseling Psychology
CityUniversity Calgary Campus
09.2015 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Minor in Psychology
University of Calgary
09.2007 - 06.2012