Mary-Katherine Ekins
Boise
Summary
Compassionate counselor adept in individual counseling and treatment planning. Enhanced client engagement through evidence-based practices and effective communication, leading to improved mental health outcomes. A supportive team member committed to fostering resilience and coping strategies in clients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinician
The Children's Home Society of Idaho
Boise
07.2024 - Current
- Delivered various therapeutic interventions, including individual, and family therapy sessions, improving client engagement.
- Monitored patient progress throughout treatment, adjusting interventions to ensure optimal outcomes and client well-being.
- Applied evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines to inform care decisions, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
- Guided clients in developing coping skills and strategies to manage mental health symptoms, supporting long-term progress.
- Pursued ongoing professional development to stay current with advancements in mental health counseling.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document client information accurately, efficiently, and securely, ensuring compliance.
School Counselor
Boise School District
Boise
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed and executed lesson plans through delivering whole group classroom counseling lessons to pre-K through sixth grade across 13 classes on a two-week rotation over three school days.
- Facilitated weekly individual check-ins, enhancing student well-being through personalized support.
- Applied knowledge of best practices in the counseling profession to enhance student support.
- Connected students and families with community resources, fostering ongoing support networks.
- Guided students in modeling appropriate behavior during difficult situations, promoting social skills during recess.
- Collaborated with staff on a variety of counseling topics.
- Provided short-term individual counseling to students facing academic and personal challenges.
School Counseling Intern
Boise School District
Boise
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Conducted individual check-ins with students to build rapport and address personal challenges.
- Co-led small groups to encourage peer support and enhance learning.
- Co-taught whole group classroom counseling lessons to promote social-emotional learning among students.
- Collaborated with supervisor on daily school counseling activities to enhance student support.
- Gained experience with 504's, the school database, and career counseling.
Playcamp Supervisor
City of Boise
Boise
06.2018 - 08.2023
- Cared for children ages 6 to 12 in nurturing, age-appropriate environments while supervising four staff to ensure quality care.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining a safe and orderly group.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative, and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with families to address children's activities and behaviors, fostering open communication and support.
- Earned childcare license and certifications in first aid and CPR, enhancing safety and care standards.
- Fulfilled tasks associated with summer seasonal employment.
Resource Room Paraprofessional
Boise School District
Boise
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted teachers in developing tailored learning strategies to enhance student engagement and success.
- Collaborated with the teacher to create a customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Engaged with students daily through interactive physical and verbal communication to support their educational experience.
- Fostered positive communication and encouragement with each student to build confidence and support learning.
- Monitored student behavior, alerting instructors to issues requiring intervention.
- Supervised class in absence of instructor, ensuring a productive learning atmosphere.
- Assisted with administrative tasks to support overall classroom functionality.
Education
Masters of Science - Counseling
Northwest Nazarene University
Nampa, IDBachelor of Science - Psychology
Baker University
Baldwin City, KSSkills
- Individual counseling
- Evidence-based practices
- Treatment planning
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Supportive team member
Professional Associations
American Counseling Association, 02/01/22, Present
Certification
Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Idaho, February 2024
Timeline
Clinician
The Children's Home Society of Idaho
07.2024 - Current
School Counselor
Boise School District
09.2023 - 08.2024
School Counseling Intern
Boise School District
09.2022 - 12.2023
Resource Room Paraprofessional
Boise School District
10.2020 - 05.2022
Playcamp Supervisor
City of Boise
06.2018 - 08.2023
Masters of Science - Counseling
Northwest Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Baker University