SKYLER ENRIQUEZ
Berkeley
Summary
Rising sophomore at UC Berkeley, double majoring in Psychology and Cognitive Science with focused interest in pediatric neuropsychology. Experienced in supervised mental health counseling, crisis intervention, and collaborative research with professionals in neuroscience and psychology. Award-winning mental health advocate with first-place HOSA recognitions for developing interventions targeting adolescent anxiety and stress. Strong foundation in combining research and practical application to improve mental health outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Counselor
Student-to-Student Peer Counseling (SSPC), UC Berkeley
Berkeley
08.2024 - Current
- Provide confidential mental health support services to university students
- Apply specialized training in suicide prevention and emergency management
- Facilitate one-on-one counseling addressing academic stress, relationship challenges, and mental health concerns
- Connect students with campus and community resources based on individualized needs
Teen Mental Health Representative
World Psychiatric Association
San Francisco
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of social workers, psychologists, and neuroscientists on research examining neurological differences in individuals with anorexia nervosa
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews focusing on the correlation between frontal lobe function and dorsal mid-insula in eating disorders
- Synthetized complex neurological findings into concise research summaries for professional presentation
- Presented collaborative research at the 2024 World Psychiatric Conference in Reykjavik, Iceland
- Developed critical skills in analyzing peer-reviewed literature and scientific writing in neuropsychology
Advisory Board Member & Social Media Director
Bring Change 2 Mind
Santa Clarita
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Created and approved content for the BC2M High School program implementation across multiple schools
- Facilitated establishment of new mental health awareness clubs across school districts
- Managed social media presence and outreach strategies to increase program visibility
- Represented the program at networking, community, and local government events
Wellness Center Assistant
William S. Hart Union High School District
Santa Clarita
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted mental health counselors and social workers at Valencia High School Wellness Center
- Applied training in suicide prevention and mental illness identification to support student mental health
- Delivered presentations on mental health topics to student groups of 25-30 participants
- Participated in crisis management with students experiencing acute mental health challenges
- Connected students with appropriate professional resources based on assessment of needs
Sales Associate
Journeys
Santa Clarita
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed customer service skills through direct consumer interaction
- Managed POS systems, financial transactions, and inventory organization
- Applied problem-solving skills to meet sales goals and enhance customer experience
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Cognitive Science
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA01.2028
High School Diploma -
Valencia High School
Valencia, CA01.2024
Skills
- Mental Health Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Suicide Prevention Training
- Behavioral Health Assessment
- Literature Reviews
- Qualitative Data Coding
- Python Programming
- Presentation Development
- Public Speaking
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- HOSA-Future Health Professionals
- Developed and implemented evidence-based social media campaigns targeting anxiety and stress reduction in high school students
- Created research-backed presentations on mental health interventions for adolescents
- Demonstrated ability to translate psychological research into effective public health interventions
Research Interests
- Pediatric neuropsychological development
- Neurological factors in eating disorders
- Equitable access to mental health services
- Cognitive processes in adolescent mental health
Skills
Mental Health Counseling, Crisis Intervention, Suicide Prevention Training, Behavioral Health Assessment, Literature Reviews, Qualitative Data Coding, Python Programming (in progress), Presentation Development, Public Speaking, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Time Management
Timeline
Peer Counselor
Student-to-Student Peer Counseling (SSPC), UC Berkeley
08.2024 - Current
Teen Mental Health Representative
World Psychiatric Association
03.2024 - 06.2024
Sales Associate
Journeys
04.2023 - 01.2024
Wellness Center Assistant
William S. Hart Union High School District
05.2022 - 05.2024
Advisory Board Member & Social Media Director
Bring Change 2 Mind
10.2020 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Cognitive Science
University of California, Berkeley
High School Diploma -
Valencia High School
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