Kelli Bowles
Lethbridge,Canada
Summary
Dynamic professional with proven skills in critical thinking and communication, delivering comprehensive counselling and support at for a diverse clientele. Expertise in maintaining professional standards and developing therapeutic rapport has led to significant enhancements in client well-being. Strong written and oral communication abilities facilitate effective navigation of diverse client needs, resulting in notable outcomes within mental health support roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Practicum Counselling Student
FCSS (Family and Community Support Services)
Coaldale, Canada
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided individual and group counseling to diverse clients, including youth, adults, and seniors, addressing concerns such as anxiety, self-esteem, anger management, trauma, and family dynamics
- Conducted comprehensive intake assessments, developed treatment plans, and implemented evidence-based interventions tailored to client needs
- Maintained ethical and professional standards, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to informed consent procedures
- Engaged in weekly supervision to reflect on case conceptualization, ethical decision-making, and professional growth
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including supervisors, fellow counselors, and community resources, to provide holistic client support
Permanent Housing Support Staff
YWCA Lethbridge
Lethbridge, Canada
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Mentoring clients through communication, education, and role modeling
- Documenting and collection information to identify client goals and assess needs without judgment, assumptions, or inferences
- Using a person-centered approach to offer support and promote lifestyle change in various populations
- Proficiency in deescalating conflicts arising between clients and community members
- Ability to effectively debrief with coworkers and clients who have experienced distress
- Experience with Indigenous communities
Education
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, mathematics
University of Lethbridge
04.2021
Skills
- Written and oral communication
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Adherence to professional and ethical standards
- Keeping accurate and up-to-date case notes
- Ability to develop therapeutic rapport
Training
- WHMIS, Health and Safety Training and Consulting
- FOIP, Focus on Privacy | Government of Alberta
- Trauma Informed Care, Alberta Health Services
- Suicide Prevention, Risk Assessment, and Management, Alberta Health Services
- Gender-Based Analysis Plus, Women and Gender Equality Canada
- Report Writing and Documentation, My Learning | Lethbridge
Timeline
Practicum Counselling Student
FCSS (Family and Community Support Services)
05.2024 - 12.2024
Permanent Housing Support Staff
YWCA Lethbridge
01.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, mathematics
University of Lethbridge
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