Andrea Becker

EDUCATION 

Prescott College, Prescott, AZ

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - August 2025

Certification in Art Therapy - Expected 2026

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University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts, Minor in Communication Studies - May 2013 

 

WORK EXPERIENCE

Christian Counseling Services - Surprise, AZ & Goodyear AZ

Expressive Arts Therapy Practicum Student - Aug. 2025 - Oct. 2025

• Provided individual mental health counseling to adult and teen clients.

• Used Expressive Arts Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to treat clients with a variety of diagnoses, including depression, PTSD, and personality disorders.

 

La Frontera - EMPACT SPC - Glendale, AZ

General Mental Health Counseling Intern - Aug. 2024 - Aug. 2025

• Provided individual and group mental health counseling to low-income adult clients with a variety of diagnoses including depression, anxiety, PTSD, personality disorders, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder.

• Gained experience working with developmentally delayed and disabled clients and their families.

• Maintained complete and accurate clinical documentation in compliance with agency and state insurance policies.

• Worked directly with Program Manager for clinical supervision.

• Wrote curriculum for a 10-week self-acceptance and self-esteem building psychoeducation group.

• Served with AmeriCorps Public Health Corps to provide services to underserved communities. Completed 688 hours of service.

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Full Life Counseling - Sun City, AZ

Office Manager- May 2022 - January 2025

• Performed front of office duties including greeting clients, answering calls and emails, scheduling appointments, scanning and filing paperwork, accepting payments, and insurance billing

• Provided referrals and crisis intervention tools for current and prospective clients

• Maintained social media accounts. Included research and writing posts on timely and relevant mental health topics

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THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES

ACT, CBT, DBT, Empowerment Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Expressive Arts Therapy, 12 Step Programs, Conflict Resolution
 

CLINICAL & SAFETY TRAINING

CPR Training, Narcan Training, Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance, HIPAA Compliance

ADMINISTRATIVE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Insurance Eligibility and Benefits Confirmation, Insurance Billing and Claims Follow-Up, TherapyNotes, SimplePractice, NextGen EHR, Microsoft Teams

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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Art for Fun! Studio and Gallery - Phoenix, AZ 

Instructor/Studio Manager - Sep. 2017 - May 2022 and March 2025 - Present

• Teach classes in fused glass, silk painting, hand-building ceramics, mosaics, watercolor, and acrylic painting to ages 6 - 81. 

• Work with students with physical and mental disabilities. Ex: cerebral palsy, autism, tremors, visual impairment, and dementia.

• Keep social media, website, and newsletters up to date with relevant seasonal information.

• Create a supportive and professional environment for students of all experience levels.

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The Faceless Circle/Purpose To The End - Peoria, AZ

Personal Assistant - December 2024 - March 2025

• Worked with the Director to write a book sharing his testimony, missionary experiences, and insight on Scripture.

• Built a website and maintained a social media presence to market the book and promote the movement. 

• Distributed materials to aid new believers, people raised in false doctrine or strict religion, and lukewarm believers to reignite their passion for the Lord, deepen their understanding of Scripture, and connect with like-minded people.​​

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Cactus Flower Designs - Phoenix, AZ 

Business Owner and Artist - Jan. 2020 - Aug. 2023

• Created useful, engaging, and motivating artwork for my target audience: 22-45 year olds interested in mindfulness, meditation, mental health, and eco-friendly living.

• Managed online shop with 135 products listed, 302 sales, 19 custom commissions to date.  

• Built relationships with potential customers and collaborators through social media to foster a welcoming and inclusive art community. 

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Beauty Brands - Boulder, CO 

Assistant Manager - Feb. 2016 - Sep. 2017

• Interviewed, hired, and trained new employees. 

• Mediated consultations between stylists and clients. 

• Performed managerial duties and reached sales goals.  

• 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 

• Advised students in appropriate ritual/initiation procedures and member development.

• 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 

• Collaborated with a team of designers, directors, and stage managers to execute entertaining and profitable performances in line with the directors’ vision.