Savannah McFarlin
Moreland
Summary
Mental health professional with hands-on experience in delivering counseling services to diverse client populations. Proven ability to create safe and collaborative space, promoting positive mental health outcomes. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability, consistently meeting the dynamic needs of clients and colleagues. Expertise in therapeutic techniques and effective communication, ensuring comprehensive care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Counselor Intern
Pathways
08.2024 - Current
- Promoted self-care among clients by teaching relaxation techniques such as deep breathing exercises or mindfulness meditation practices.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through active listening and empathetic communication, fostering trust during the therapeutic process.
- Contributed to a supportive therapeutic environment for diverse clients, addressing their unique mental health needs.
- Assisted with treatment planning, incorporating client goals and measurable objectives to track progress.
- Ran Anger Management group.
Counselor in Training
Arise Renewed Counseling, LLC
05.2024 - Current
- Co-lead group therapy.
- Lead individual counseling sessions both online and in person.
- Documented used various EHRs.
- Created flyers for marketing purposes.
Marketing Assistant
Weed Man Lawn Care
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Created engaging content for Facebook and Instagram.
- Input new data, updated old records, and cross-checked information to keep the marketing database up-to-date.
- Updated spreadsheets with statistical, financial, and non-financial information.
- Increased brand awareness by implementing targeted marketing campaigns and social media strategies.
Advertising and Sales Director
Professional Sports Publications
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Brought in more than $55,000 in yearly advertising revenue
- Developed sales strategies and people skills to entice clients, negotiate contracts and close deals
- Coordinated with clients, internal teams and media leaders to consistently grow and improve client relationships based on revenue
- Developed advertising tactics and implemented new solutions for increased brand awareness
Tutor
Varsity Tutors LLC And Self Employed
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Tutoring subjects such as SPSS, research, statistics, and psychology
- This job provided experience working remotely, managing time and schedules, and dealing with clients on a professional level
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses
- SPSS, Word, Excel
Bartender
Locomex Downtown
03.2017 - 12.2022
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol
Registered Behavior Technician
Early Autism Service
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies
Education
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Alabama
05.2025
M.S - Psychology, Forensics
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona11.2021
B.S - Psychology and Criminology, Spanish
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12.2019
Skills
- Activity-Based Learning
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Online Learning Platforms
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Data Collection
- Crisis Situations
- Case Management
- Patient Behavior Monitoring
- Intervention Management
- Mindfulness techniques
- Relapse prevention
- Motivational interviewing
- Multicultural competence
Additional Information
I will sit for the NCE in April and plan to continue to develop my skill set, primarily focusing on trauma-informed care.
Hobbies and Interests
- Hiking
- Yoga
- Traveling
Affiliations
- The Licensed Professional Counseling Association
- She Votes, She Leads
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor Intern
Pathways
08.2024 - Current
Counselor in Training
Arise Renewed Counseling, LLC
05.2024 - Current
Marketing Assistant
Weed Man Lawn Care
03.2024 - 09.2024
Advertising and Sales Director
Professional Sports Publications
01.2023 - 02.2024
Tutor
Varsity Tutors LLC And Self Employed
03.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
Early Autism Service
05.2021 - 12.2021
Bartender
Locomex Downtown
03.2017 - 12.2022
M.S - Psychology, Forensics
Grand Canyon University
B.S - Psychology and Criminology, Spanish
University of West Georgia
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Alabama
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