Natalie Albelar
Calgary,AB
Summary
Client focused Psychologist with sixteen years of experience. Committed to providing high-quality care to clients by actively listening to their needs and educating them on how to address their mental, emotional, and behavioral issues. Specializes in working with young and adult individuals with psychotherapy to facilitate academic, social, career and personal adjustment. Driven psychologist focused on helping individuals to positive direction to achieve psychological wellness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychologist
The Care And Compassion Hub
07.2022 - Current
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Interviewed, observed and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
- Documented patient progress in confidential files.
- Performed patient assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Connected patients and families to appropriate resources.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Guided patients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
Educational Counsellor
The Beacon Academy
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
Educational Counsellor
Colegio San Agustin
06.2006 - 05.2016
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Education
Diploma - Disability Studies
Bow Valley College
Canada12.2024
Master of Arts - Counseling
De La Salle University
Philippines06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Saint Paul University
Philippines03.2006
Skills
Psychological Testing
Counseling
Crisis Intervention
Safety and Risk Assessments
Knowledge of DSM-V
Case Documentation
Treatment Planning
Timeline
Psychologist
The Care And Compassion Hub
07.2022 - Current
Educational Counsellor
The Beacon Academy
06.2018 - 06.2022
Educational Counsellor
Colegio San Agustin
06.2006 - 05.2016
Diploma - Disability Studies
Bow Valley College
Master of Arts - Counseling
De La Salle University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Saint Paul University
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