EDUCATION
Prescott College, Prescott, AZ
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Certification in Art Therapy - Expected 2026
University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts, Minor in Communication Studies - May 2013
WORK EXPERIENCE
Full Life Counseling Surprise, AZ
Office Manager- May 2022 - Present
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Perform front of office duties including greeting clients, answering calls and emails, scheduling appointments, scanning and filing paperwork, accepting payments, and insurance billing.
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Provide referrals and crisis intervention tools for current and prospective clients.
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Maintain social media accounts. Includes research and writing posts on timely and relevant mental health topics.
Cactus Flower Designs Phoenix, AZ
Business Owner and Artist - Jan. 2020 - Present
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Create useful, engaging, and motivating artwork for my target audience: 22-45 year olds interested in mindfulness, meditation, mental health, and eco-friendly living.
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Manage online shop with 135 products listed, 302 sales, 19 custom commissions to date.
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Build relationships with potential customers and collaborators through social media to foster a welcoming and inclusive art community.
Art for Fun! Studio and Gallery Phoenix, AZ
Instructor/Studio Manager - Sep. 2017 - May 2022
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Taught classes in fused glass, silk painting, hand-building ceramics, mosaics, watercolor, and acrylic painting to ages 6 - 81.
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Worked with students with physical and mental disabilities. Ex: cerebral palsy, autism, tremors, visual impairment, and dementia.
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Kept social media, website, and newsletters up to date with relevant seasonal information.
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Created a supportive and professional environment for students of all experience levels.
Beauty Brands Boulder, CO
Assistant Manager - Feb. 2016 - Sep. 2017
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Interviewed, hired, and trained new employees.
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Mediated consultations between stylists and clients.
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Performed managerial duties and reached sales goals.
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Demonstrated product knowledge, assisted clients in finding products to meet their needs.
Kappa Alpha Theta Women’s Fraternity Boulder, CO
University of Colorado Boulder Chapter Advisor - Volunteer Position - July 2015 - May 2017
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Advised students in appropriate ritual/initiation procedures and member development.
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Consulted with board members to handle disciplinary issues with compassion and grace.
Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company Boulder, CO
Property Master/Assistant Stage Manager - Nov. 2013 - Feb. 2015
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Collaborated with a team of designers, directors, and stage managers to execute entertaining and profitable performances in line with the directors’ vision.
SKILLS
Experience with DBT, CBT, ACT, 12 Step Programs, Conflict Resolution, Microsoft Teams, TherapyNotes, Insurance Eligibility and Benefits Confirmation, Insurance Billing and Claims Follow-Up, HIPAA Compliance
INTERESTS
Holistic Wellness, Road Trips, Video Games, Cooking, Ceramics, Watercolor, and Acrylic Painting.
