Brittany Woodard

Brittany Woodard La Mesa, CA 91942-- Work Experience Associate Professional Clinical Counselor Achieve Your True Potential - San Diego, CA November 2021 to September 2024 • Provide assessments, intakes, treatment planning, and crisis intervention for children, adolescents, and adults • Coordination with other providers to assist clients in reaching their goals. • Utilize evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, RRT, and Reality/Choice therapies with individual therapy Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) University of San Diego – San Diego, CA January – July 2021 • Supported faculty in delivering coursework for both Multicultural Counseling and Positive Psychology courses. • Developed and organized instructional materials, presentations, and handouts using Google Docs and Google Drive. • Coordinated group discussions, tracked attendance, and documented key takeaways to assist with follow-up actions. • Managed administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, communicating with students, and maintaining course-related records. • Summarized student feedback and performance insights, presenting findings to faculty to inform course improvements. Graduate Research Assistant – Positive Psychology Project University of San Diego – San Diego, CA February 2021 – May 2021 • Conducted research, facilitated workshops, and tracked key metrics for program effectiveness. • Developed and presented remote training materials via Google Drive, ensuring accessibility and consistency. • Collaborated with a cross-functional team to document processes and optimize program delivery. Counseling Intern Southern California American Indian Resource Center (SCAIR) - El Cajon, CA June 2020 to June 2021 • • Provided individual and group counseling for Native American youth and adults Facilitated workshops for parents on managing zoom school and Quarantine Holiday activities for families Case Manager National Crossroads Inc. - San Diego, CA February 2019 to March 2020 • Facilitate group counseling sessions with adult clients currently on Probation, Parole, and Transitional Housing programs • Create monthly case plans and safety plans for clients Behavior Intervention Specialist Viewpoint Health C&A Crisis and Stabilization Unit - Decatur, GA June 2017 to June 2018 • • • • Completed admissions for new arrivals Assisted adolescents with mental and physical disabilities Conducted DBT group sessions Monitored clients for safety and assist with CPI holds/ restraints Lead Front Desk Associate Spelman College Wellness Center – Atlanta, GA January 2016 – May 2017 • • • • Organized and maintained client records, class schedules, and appointments using CSI software and Google Drive. Developed and implemented streamlined processes for client registration and inquiries, improving response time by 20%. Conducted staff training and led monthly meetings, ensuring team alignment with operational protocols. Handled administrative tasks such as voicemail monitoring, email communication, and event coordination. Administrative Assistant Child and Adolescent Services Inc. – Decatur, GA May 2014 – August 2014 • • • • Managed documentation, case notes, and client scheduling, ensuring accurate and timely recordkeeping. Assisted with group sessions, meeting summaries, and action item follow-ups for counseling programs. Supported process documentation for in-home case management, contributing to efficient workflow development. Provided in-home case management for recently incarcerated youth Education Master of Arts in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling specializatio n University of San Diego - San Diego County, CA September 2018 to May 2021 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Spelman College - Atlanta, GA September 2014 to May 2017 Skills • • • • • Operations: Process development, policy documentation, workflow optimization. Technical Proficiency: Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides; Microsoft Office Suite; SPSS; ChatGPT for operational efficiency. Communication & Organization: Meeting coordination, note summarization, and follow-up task management. Research & Analysis: Experience with data gathering, project tracking, and summarizing findings into actionable insights. Language: Fluent in English, Intermediate in Spanish Certifications and Licenses • • CPR Certification Hypnotherapy Certification