- Enjoy participating in walking/tramping activities for overall physical and mental well-being
- Baking
- Fundraising Events
- Gardening
- Music (ukulele)
- Line Dancing
- Avid Reader
- Volunteering
- Acting and Theater
- Mindfulness Practices
- Adventure Travel
- Cake Decorating
Sarah Thomas
Cambridge
Summary
Dynamic Children's Counsellor with over 15 years experience at Cambridge Lifeskills, adept at implementing effective interventions and helping build client Strengths. Skilled in grief counselling and building rapport. Providing emotional support when required. Providing empathetic support and strategic goal-setting, leading to improved mental health outcomes and a strong sense of self-awareness.
counselling professional with strong foundation in person centred approach and client advocacy. Successfully implemented individualized strategy/goal plans, leading to significant improvements in client well-being and self worth. Highly collaborative team player, known for keen sense of purpose with a fun and warm approach.
Proficient in conflict resolution and coping mechanisms in parental splits and family disputes and confrontations. A skilled counsellor with strong background helping clients overcome personal challenges, anger issues and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing important skills and strategies to help overcome obstacles.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Counsellor
Cambridge Lifeskills
01.2010 - Current
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Owner/Director
Masterpiece Photography
02.2004 - 10.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Education
Diploma in Counselling Level 6 - Counselling
NZIPC
Skills
- Counselling
- Mental health support
- Self-care strategies
- Building rapport
- Behavior monitoring
- Interventions
- Grief counseling
- Family dynamics
Accomplishments
Many years experience in counselling and advocacy of children from primary school to middle school...
Dealing with many child related traumas including
Separation/Divorce of parents
Grief counselling
Difficulty with Friendships
Bullying
Anxiety
Self belief
Demanding too much of self
Overwhelming feelings
Depression
Interests
Timeline
Counsellor
Cambridge Lifeskills
01.2010 - Current
Owner/Director
Masterpiece Photography
02.2004 - 10.2024
Diploma in Counselling Level 6 - Counselling
NZIPC
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