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Miranda Dolphin

Therapist
Edmonton,AB

Summary

Compassionate counselor with a master's degree in psychotherapy and spirituality, equipped with strong active listening skills and a proven ability to build trust. Committed to helping clients navigate personal challenges and achieve life goals through empathetic support and guidance. Eager to launch a career in the therapeutic community of Edmonton, fostering new connections and positively contributing to the mental health landscape. Dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers to mental health and fostering inclusive, community-based models of healing. Committed to supporting individuals in reconnecting with collective care practices, emphasizing that healing is not an isolated process but a shared journey grounded in community and mutual support. Experienced in working with teens, adults and seniors.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Practicum Student Therapist

River's Edge Counselling Centre
St. Albert, Alberta
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Gained proficiency in various therapeutic modalities (including the evidence-based standards) through hands-on application during practicum placement.
  • Participated in weekly supervision meetings, allowing for self-reflection and professional growth as a therapist-in-training.
  • Developed client rapport through empathetic listening, effective communication, deep curiosity, and a sense of humour!
  • Maintained thorough documentation, ensuring accurate case records for both legal compliance and ongoing treatment purposes.
  • Supported clients' progress towards goals by providing consistent guidance and encouragement throughout their therapy sessions (and sometimes homework).
  • Enhanced practicum experience by collaborating with multidisciplinary team members and integrating their feedback, as well as offering my own.
  • Engaged in continuous professional development through attending on-site workshops.
  • Co-ran a grief support group with a fellow student to provide a no-cost safe space for members of the community to process their grief and loss (and eat donuts!).
  • Created and presented a 1-hour virtual workshop for the community on ways to combat anti-fat bias in themselves and others (also the topic of my capstone).
  • Learned A LOT and had a lot of fun along the way!

Life Enrichment Coordinator

Canterbury Foundation
Edmonton, Alberta
09.2016 - 09.2023
  • Coordinated, planned, developed and implemented activities designed to enrich lives of residents.
  • Contributed to resident care planning by participating in assessment, developing service plan goals and maintaining progress notes.
  • Observed, analyzed and recorded resident progress during programs, modifying them accordingly.
  • Emceed for entertainers and events, putting performers at ease and providing a bridge between residents and artists.
  • Provided technology assistance and lessons for residents, supporting clients with patience and empathy.
  • Created online nature and music therapy resources for dementia care unit to orient residents to seasons and encourage relaxation and reminiscing.

Companion

Canterbury Foundation
Edmonton, Alberta
06.2016 - 01.2020
  • More information regarding roles and responsibilities available upon request

Education

Masters of Psychotherapy And Spirituality - Counselling Psychology

St. Stephen's College
Edmonton, AB
05.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
09.2011 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Ross Sheppard High School
Edmonton, AB
09.2006 - 06.2009

Skills

Psychodynamic

Person-centered

Feminist

Existential

Ecotherapy

Mindfulness

Art Therapy

Looking for further growth opportunities in somatic work, group therapy, sex therapy and play therapy

Certification

Canadian Certified Counsellor

Interests

Intersectional Feminism

Nature

Improv & Comedy

Community Building

Fat Activism

Somatic Work

Timeline

Canadian Certified Counsellor

10-2025

Practicum Student Therapist

River's Edge Counselling Centre
09.2023 - 09.2024

Masters of Psychotherapy And Spirituality - Counselling Psychology

St. Stephen's College
05.2019 - Current

Life Enrichment Coordinator

Canterbury Foundation
09.2016 - 09.2023

Companion

Canterbury Foundation
06.2016 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Alberta
09.2011 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Ross Sheppard High School
09.2006 - 06.2009

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