Aimee George
Columbia
Summary
Driven individual with a passion for helping others. Possesses excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a commitment to providing compassionate care for children, adolescents, and adults. Skilled in forming meaningful relationships with clients, risk assessment, and crisis intervention. Ready to make a contribution to your organization.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor,PLPC
Amber McCartney Therapy LLC
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation, adhering to ethical standards and guidelines for professional practice.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a supportive and safe environment for self-exploration and growth.
- Enhanced client well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapy techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Improved client outcomes through the implementation of effective crisis intervention strategies during high-risk situations.
- Advanced professional development by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences related to mental health counseling practices.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client strengths, weaknesses, and areas requiring intervention or support.
- DBT informed and EMDR Trained Modalities
Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor,PLPC
The Oak Center
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained strict adherence to professional ethics and confidentiality requirements, ensuring a safe therapeutic environment for all clients served.
- Continually pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of counseling and better serve clientele needs.
- Utilized trauma-informed approaches in therapy sessions when appropriate, helping individuals process past experiences and work towards healing effectively.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations, promoting interpersonal growth and positive peer interaction.
- Maintained timely documentation of therapy sessions, adhering to ethical guidelines and professional standards for recordkeeping.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills and stress management techniques, improving their overall emotional resilience.
- Guided clients towards increased self-awareness by exploring underlying emotional patterns, facilitating personal growth, and improving interpersonal relationships.
Program Assistant
The Oak Center for DBT and Other Counseling Services
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Transmitted information or documents to customers using email
- Created detailed spreadsheets for tracking important information
- Researched best practices related to program management and implementation strategies
- Monitored progress of current projects to ensure deadlines were met
- Collected, sorted and delivered mail for staff members and customers
- Assisted in the development of program certification for DBT
- Analyzed program data to answer questions for customers or members of public
- Responded promptly to inquiries from internal and external clients regarding programs and services offered by the organization
Counselor in Training, Student Intern
The Oak Center for DBT and Other Counseling Services
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, groups and families
- Developed an effective rapport with clients by actively listening, responding compassionately, and providing emotional support
- Conducted intake assessments of new clients to design treatment plans
- Utilized evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Completed training in DBT along with year long supervision on DBT implementation
- Participated in weekly consultation team meetings to discuss cases and collaborate on ideas for best practice approaches
- Assisted clients in developing insight into their own behavior by exploring current relationships, past experiences and future goals
- Adapted therapeutic approaches based on each individual's unique circumstances in order to maximize effectiveness
- Educated clients on mental health topics including self-care strategies, coping skills and lifestyle changes that can improve overall well-being
- Provided crisis intervention services and coordinated crisis management and suicide prevention through DBT phone coaching
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to assist in DBT Skills Training and led an Intimate Interpersonal Relationship Group
Private Nanny
Jake and Jenn Haslewerdt
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Cared for a child from 4mo old to 16 mo
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
Third Grade Teacher
Jefferson City Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Adapted curriculum to fit student needs, provided individual and small-group instruction when necessary
- Participated in professional development in: Jan Richardson Literacy Model, GoMath, School-Wide, Words Their Way, and ConnectEd Science
- Developed lesson plans and class material – Combined instruction with demonstration to clearly communicate objectives to class
- Used a variety of classroom strategies: lecture, group discussion, inquiry, discovery, and more
- Read in class and taught reading, mathematics, science, art, language, citizenship, physical education, and music, all following the Board of Education syllabus
- Maintained pleasant learning atmosphere in class – Established and reinforced standards of behavior
- Kept progress notes and made reports; tracked academic and social development
- Assigned and graded homework and class work; prepared tests
- Taught interpersonal skills and resolved student problems by timely and sensitive conferral with parents/teachers/administration
- Served as PBS (Positive Behavior support) coach
Third Grade Teacher
Hallsville Intermediate
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Adapted curriculum to fit student needs, provided individual and small-group instruction when necessary
- Participated in professional development in: Everyday Math and Words Their Way
- Developed lesson plans and class material – Combined instruction with demonstration to clearly communicate objectives to class
- Used a variety of classroom strategies: lecture, group discussion, inquiry, discovery, and more
- Read in class and taught reading, mathematics, science, art, language, citizenship, physical education, and music, all following the Board of Education syllabus
- Maintained pleasant learning atmosphere in class – Established and reinforced standards of behavior
- Kept progress notes and made reports; tracked academic and social development
- Assigned and graded homework and class work; prepared tests
- Taught interpersonal skills and resolved student problems by timely and sensitive conferral with parents/teachers/administration
- Served on leadership team as a third grade teacher representative
Teaching Fellow
Hallsville Intermediate
08.2013 - 05.2014
- First year teacher with the aid of a mentor teacher
- Taught in a third grade classroom
- Planned and implemented lessons in math and literacy
- Interacted with students on a daily basis
- Participated in training on the four-blocks curriculum
Student Teacher
Hallsville Intermediate
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Participated in the year-long Senior Year On-Site Program
- During the first semester, rotated through classrooms grades 1-5
- During the second semester, taught in one third grade classroom
- Planned and implemented lessons in math and literacy
- Interacted with students on a daily basis
- Participated in training on the four-blocks curriculum
Education
Master of Education - Mental Health Counseling
Stephens College
12-2023
Master of Curriculum and Instruction - undefined
University of Missouri
07.2014
Bachelor of Science in Education - Elementary
University of Missouri
05.2013
Skills
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- DBT Informed & EMDR Trained
- Building rapport
- Crisis Response
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Suicide Risk Assessments
- Mindfulness Techniques
- Mood Disorders
- Anxiety Disorder Expertise
- Planning & organizing
- Content Creator
- Infant care experience
- Schedule management
- Activity planning
- Emotional support
Certification
Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor, PLPC
Elementary Education Career Continuous Profession (Grade 1-6)
Timeline
Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor,PLPC
Amber McCartney Therapy LLC
01.2025 - Current
Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor,PLPC
The Oak Center
01.2024 - 12.2024
Program Assistant
The Oak Center for DBT and Other Counseling Services
06.2023 - 12.2023
Counselor in Training, Student Intern
The Oak Center for DBT and Other Counseling Services
01.2023 - 12.2023
Private Nanny
Jake and Jenn Haslewerdt
05.2022 - 05.2023
Third Grade Teacher
Jefferson City Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2022
Third Grade Teacher
Hallsville Intermediate
08.2014 - 06.2018
Teaching Fellow
Hallsville Intermediate
08.2013 - 05.2014
Student Teacher
Hallsville Intermediate
08.2012 - 05.2013
Master of Curriculum and Instruction - undefined
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Science in Education - Elementary
University of Missouri
Master of Education - Mental Health Counseling
Stephens College
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