Lia Gorden
Oceanside
Summary
Empathetic, driven and adaptable mental health professional with extensive experience in facilitating impactful coaching sessions, leading teams and encouraging growth. Known for attention to detail and a growth-oriented mindset, driving progress and well-being for diverse groups.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Mental Health Coach
Headspace
04.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with individuals in setting realistic goals, implementing effective action plans and monitoring progress for long term success and well-being.
- Supported members through topics such as low mood, anxiety, stress, communication, and career progression.
- Established strong rapport with diverse member populations, fostering trust and open communication during coaching sessions.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to identify client barriers and facilitate meaningful behavior change.
- Maintained thorough documentation of member interactions to ensure continuity of care and track progress effectively.
- Gathered critical information on risk factors in collaboration with members to ensure timely intervention and escalation of care.
- Coordinated efforts with clinical team through email and notes to maintain excellence in patient care services.
- Leveraged feedback from members, colleagues and leadership to continuously improve coaching techniques and services.
- Capitalized on opportunities to work with colleagues and leadership on meaningful company wide projects
Master Resilience Trainer- Performance Expert
Magellan Federal
06.2017 - 09.2020
- Coordinated and executed eighteen two-week Army Master Resilience Level 1 courses, focusing on resilience training for groups of 30-60 U.S. Army leaders.
- Led teams of 4-8 colleagues (both civilian and army) to execute intensive 14 skill academic courses on resilience research and techniques for groups of 30-60 military students
- Facilitated constructive feedback sessions to support skill development for team members and military personnel in instructional settings.
- Created and delivered targeted educational workshops for Army families and DA civilians, focusing on essential skills and resilience strategies in demanding environments.
- Collaborated with Army leadership to create and implement mental performance hip pocket training, obstacle courses and academic workshops based on readiness needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Health Minor
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SCMaster of Science - Exercise And Sport Science; Sport Psychology
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY10-2017
Skills
- Skilled in motivational interviewing techniques
- Fostering effective communication and collaboration
- Thrives in collaborative teamwork
- Emphasis on feedback integration
- Detail oriented
- Growth-oriented mindset
Certification
Wellcoaches Certified Health and Wellbeing Coach [August 2021]
Wellcoaches Lifestyle Medicine Coach Certificate [August 2025]
National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC): [Expected March 2026]
Timeline
Sr. Mental Health Coach
Headspace
04.2021 - Current
Master Resilience Trainer- Performance Expert
Magellan Federal
06.2017 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Health Minor
Winthrop University
Master of Science - Exercise And Sport Science; Sport Psychology
Ithaca College