SOFIA SCHURINGA
SIMCOE
Summary
Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in mental health and wellness sectors. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Manager
Online-Therapy.com
06.2022 - Current
- Manage, design and implement social media content and strategy
- Provide mental health and wellness expertise in video and written content
- Manage team of designers and copywriters.
- Increased customer engagement through social media.
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
- Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
- Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
Health Coach
Lux Counselling Collective
06.2018 - Current
- Coaching for individuals and groups in the areas of: integrative nutrition, motivational interviewing, women's health, hormone health, lifestyle fundamentals, wellness wheel
- Development of wellness related resources and online workshops
- Development of online mental health/holistic wellness program
- On-going check ins and evaluation of client progress and success.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques into coaching sessions for improved mental well-being among clients.
- Guided clients in setting realistic goals, implementing effective action plans, and monitoring progress for long-term success.
Counsellor
Lux Counselling Collective
03.2018 - Current
- Owner and founder, lead counsellor
- Virtual and in-person counselling for individuals, couples, and teens
- Holistic and integrated modalities used to address anxiety, stress, health-related concerns, relational issues, body-image, self-esteem, and emotion regulation
- Duties include: counselling, coaching, office management, advertising, and marketing.
In House Therapist
Online-Therapy.com
10.2018 - 04.2021
- CBT-based program involving worksheets and online communication with clients all over the world
- Duties include communicating with clients via worksheets, messaging, and Live sessions
- CBT modalities used for anxiety, health-related concerns, body-image, self-esteem, and relationships
- Daily check-in with clients and weekly sessions via Live Chat Messaging (virtual care).
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
EAP Counsellor
Family Sparks Inc.
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Involved in case management, treatment planning, and brief counselling techniques.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by promoting diversity, inclusion, and empathy throughout all EAP activities.
- Promoted work-life balance by offering guidance on time management, prioritization, and self-care practices for employees.
- Delivered crisis intervention and management support in response to critical incidents.
Education Coordinator
Norfolk Art Centre
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Research development and curriculum creation
- Presenter and lead developer for creative arts education
- Duties included: research, document development and design, phone and in-person round table meetings, assessment of final product and editing.
- Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
- Liaised between faculty, staff and administrators to coordinate educational program delivery.
Sale's Representative
Pearl's Boutique
05.2014 - 05.2017
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
Cashier
Giant Tiger
07.2013 - 08.2013
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Support Staff Member
Saunder's Farm
09.2011 - 10.2012
Education
Diploma - Holistic Nutrition & Health Coaching
Nutraphoria School of Holistic Nutrition
Vancouver, BC09.2019
Graduate Certificate - Addiction & Mental Health
Durham College
Whitby, ON10.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON06.2017
Skills
- INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
- 1:1 AND GROUP FACILITATION
- DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
- RESEARCH AND PROBLEM SOLVING
- OFFICE MANAGEMENT
Websites
Certificates And Memberships
- CANADIAN COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY ASSOCIATION
- HEALTH COACH ALLIANCE OF CANADA
- INTEGRATIVE NUTRITION ASSOCIATION
- NATIONAL WELLNESS INSTITUTES
Timeline
Social Media Manager
Online-Therapy.com
06.2022 - Current
In House Therapist
Online-Therapy.com
10.2018 - 04.2021
EAP Counsellor
Family Sparks Inc.
08.2018 - 04.2020
Health Coach
Lux Counselling Collective
06.2018 - Current
Counsellor
Lux Counselling Collective
03.2018 - Current
Education Coordinator
Norfolk Art Centre
05.2017 - 08.2017
Sale's Representative
Pearl's Boutique
05.2014 - 05.2017
Cashier
Giant Tiger
07.2013 - 08.2013
Support Staff Member
Saunder's Farm
09.2011 - 10.2012
Diploma - Holistic Nutrition & Health Coaching
Nutraphoria School of Holistic Nutrition
Graduate Certificate - Addiction & Mental Health
Durham College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Guelph
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