KELLIE APONTE
LOS ANGELES
Summary
Empathetic Associate Therapist known for connecting with clients, maintaining comfort and promoting progress during sessions. Easily collects information about patients through conversations, questions and in-depth interviews. Excellent observational and analytical skills with great insight into patients' mental state.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Counseling Intern
Inneractions Intensive Outpatient
10.2024 - Current
- Facilitate dual-diagnosis groups using CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques to support adults navigating mental health and substance use challenges. (Average group size between 8-12 clients).
- Participate in regular clinical supervision to enhance professional development, ensure ethical practice, and integrate feedback into clinical work.
- Supported clients in developing coping skills, relapse prevention strategies, and emotional regulation through culturally competent group based interventions. (Average group size between 8-12 clients).
- Maintained ethical standards and ensured client confidentiality while building therapeutic rapport in a culturally responsive and trauma- informed environment. (Average group size between 8-12 clients).
- Developed psychoeducational materials and facilitated discussions on topics such as self-esteem, boundaries, emotional regulation, intersectionality, cultural competence, cultural humility and self-differentiation. (Average group size between 8-12 clients).
Meditation Teacher
Meditate with Kellie LLC
01.2021 - Current
- Facilitated mindfulness-based group and individual sessions aimed at enhancing emotional regulation, stress management, and self-awareness.
- Designed and led trauma-informed meditation practices tailored to support individuals coping with anxiety, depression, and chronic stress.
- Supported clients in developing consistent mindfulness routines to improve focus, reduce reactivity, and promote overall well-being.
- Collaborated with studio staff and wellness professionals to deliver integrative mind-body practices aligned with client-centered goals.
Counseling Intern
Outreach Concern
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided individual counseling to an average of 10 students weekly, addressing academic stressors, peer conflict, emotional regulations, and behavioral concerns using developmentally appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers, families, and support staff to create support plans that promote students well-being and classroom success across diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Conducted evidenced based treatment planning using Solution - Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support short-term goals and long-term skill development.
- Responded effectively to student crisis by conducting risk assessments, implementing safety plans, and engaging in school crisis protocols under clinical supervision.
- Maintained timely and accurate clinical documentation, including intake notes, treatment plans, and progress summaries, in alignment with ethical standards and school-based reporting requirements.
Meditation Teacher
Within Meditation
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Facilitated mindfulness-based group and individual sessions aimed at enhancing emotional regulation, stress management, and self-awareness.
- Designed and led trauma-informed meditation practices tailored to support individuals coping with anxiety, depression, and chronic stress.
- Supported clients in developing consistent mindfulness routines to improve focus, reduce reactivity, and promote overall well-being.
- Collaborated with studio staff and wellness professionals to deliver integrative mind-body practices aligned with client-centered goals.
Education
MA - Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP-Accredited)
Palo Alto University
06.2025
Certified Meditation Teacher - undefined
The Chopra Center of Well-Being
06.2021
BS - Biology
University of North Carolina Pembroke
06.2013
Skills
- Technical: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workplace, Sunwaves
- Languages: English and Basic Spanish
- Clinical: Group Therapy, Individual Therapy (CBT, DBT, SFBT, MBSR), Treatment Planning, Case Management, Crisis Intervention
Training
- Tele-Mental Health Risk Assessment 12/2024
- Tips for Tele-Mental Health Counseling 12/2024
- Foundations in Digital Therapy 12/2024
- Group Counseling 101; Fifteen Essential Skills 3/2025
- Running an Effective Group 3/2025
- Impact Therapy by Dr. Edward Jacobs 3/2025
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS
WACES 2024
Timeline
Group Counseling Intern
Inneractions Intensive Outpatient
10.2024 - Current
Counseling Intern
Outreach Concern
06.2024 - 06.2025
Meditation Teacher
Within Meditation
04.2021 - 01.2023
Meditation Teacher
Meditate with Kellie LLC
01.2021 - Current
Certified Meditation Teacher - undefined
The Chopra Center of Well-Being
BS - Biology
University of North Carolina Pembroke
MA - Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP-Accredited)
Palo Alto University
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