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Kelly Acevedo

Mont Royal

Summary

Doctoral candidate in Clinical Neuropsychology (Université de Montréal) with clinical experience in pediatric and adult populations presenting cognitive, behavioral, and psychoaffective challenges. My background in chemical engineering has provided me with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Transferable experience in customer service, sales, and marketing. Trilingual in Spanish, French and English. Committed to empathetic, culturally sensitive, and multidisciplinary clinical practice.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Children Clinical Internship Student

Clinique Universitaire - Neuropsychology (UdeM)
01.2025 - 06.2025

Worked with children presenting attention, learning, language, and behavioral difficulties.

My multicultural background enriched my ability to understand and adapt to diverse cultural contexts, enabling me to connect effectively with children and families from various multicultural backgrounds.

Developed skills in assessment, intervention, and family-centered communication, including explaining assessment results in accessible language and addressing questions from children and their families to ensure understanding and support.

Responsible for writing detailed clinical reports documenting assessment findings and recommendations.


Adult Clinical Internship Student

Clinique Universitaire - Neuropsychology (UdeM)
05.2024 - 12.2024

Worked with adults experiencing complex trauma, addictions, and personality disorders.

My empathetic approach enabled me to build trusting relationships and provide meaningful emotional support, which facilitated clients’ engagement and progress throughout their care.

Developed skills in assessment, intervention, and empathetic communication, while gaining a deeper understanding of the socio-economic context affecting each client.

Applied a client-centered approach to effectively support each client individually.

Responsible for writing comprehensive clinical reports reflecting assessment results and tailored recommendations.

Entrepreneur

Self-employeed
04.2013 - 12.2018

Successfully developed and managed a distribution network of fashion items across Canada.

Secured exclusive nationwide distribution contracts with two international designer brands, enhancing market presence and brand recognition.

Negotiated with carriers a 20% reduction in transportation costs, optimizing operational expenses.

Demonstrated strong skills in business development, contract negotiation, and strategic partnership management.

Commercial Manager

Printing Shop and Major Supplies Distributor
01.2005 - 02.2011

Analyzed operating costs and identified key cost drivers to develop competitive commercial offers.

Conducted procurement purchase analysis to optimize supply chain efficiency.

Coordinated the successful certification as a Reliable Supplier for The Coca-Cola Company.

Managed and led a team of 3 direct and 19 indirect employees, fostering collaboration and performance.

Education

Doctorat En Psychologie, Option Neuropsychologie C

Université De Montréal
Montreal, QC
06-2027

Bachelor of Science - Bilingual, Specialized With Honours in Psychology

York University
Toronto
05-2022

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Universidad Iberoamericana
Mexico City, Mexico
05-2002

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Creative and resourceful
  • Client relationships
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Research and analysis
  • Initiative

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

2024 - Évaluation du risque suicidaire. Université de Montréal

2022 - Atélier sur la rédaction scientifique. CRIUGM

2022 - International Dementia School. Technical University of Munich, Virtual

2020 - SafeTALK Workshop in Suicide Alertness. York University

2019 - Human Trafficking Workshop. Project Recover

Volunteer Work

2023 - 2024 Maison Saint Raphael (Palliative Care)

2021 - 2022 Centre de Services de Justice Réparatrice

2019 - 2020 Project Comfort  (Homeless Respites Centers in Toronto, On)

2014 - 2015 Jewish General Hospital

Timeline

Children Clinical Internship Student

Clinique Universitaire - Neuropsychology (UdeM)
01.2025 - 06.2025

Adult Clinical Internship Student

Clinique Universitaire - Neuropsychology (UdeM)
05.2024 - 12.2024

Entrepreneur

Self-employeed
04.2013 - 12.2018

Commercial Manager

Printing Shop and Major Supplies Distributor
01.2005 - 02.2011

Doctorat En Psychologie, Option Neuropsychologie C

Université De Montréal

Bachelor of Science - Bilingual, Specialized With Honours in Psychology

York University

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Universidad Iberoamericana
Kelly Acevedo