Alyson Dinkin

Participated on multidisciplinary teams, providing guidance and policies related to mental health and trauma-informed advocacy. Led the District's Mental Health Crisis Response Team, offering training and guidance to staff on crisis response.

Provided individual and family therapy to high school students, assessing for mental health crises and coordinating emergency services. Collaborated with school staff and Adams County DHS for coordinated care and referrals.

Collaborated with caseworkers, GALs, therapists, and schools to ensure children's needs were met and advocated for their best interests. Presented topics as an outside trainer for CASA.

Acted as a clinical liaison between hospital staff and CRC's treatment team, coordinating care with inpatient psychiatric facilities. Identified and referred clients for high-risk case management and local resources.

Facilitated culturally competent therapy for clients aged 5-75 in English and Spanish. Led an Adult DBT group and a Spanish-speaking coping skills group.

Facilitated culturally competent therapy for clients aged 5-57 in English and Spanish. Created and led a group for youth aged 15-22.

Observed individual psychotherapy sessions and a weekly DBT skills-based group. Attended team meetings, peer and group supervision, and monthly mentorship meetings.

Performed childcare duties, ensuring the safety, discipline, and entertainment of children and infants. Collected payments for services and completed necessary childcare forms.

Communicated information about the Colorado Counseling Association to students, faculty, and staff at Naropa University. Attended at-large board meetings.

Supported clients using the agency's food bank program in English and Spanish. Helped stock the food bank to ensure a variety of food choices were available.

Academically supported classrooms and worked with students needing intervention in attendance and academic performance. Monitored academic progress and collaborated with families to support intervention programs.

Worked with children aged 4 months to 5 years in various educational settings. Led a supplementary Spanish class for children aged 3 to 5.

Activities and societies: Practicum Completed at Noeticus Counseling Center and Training Institute, Internship at Centro Dones de Nuestra Comunidad/Jefferson Center for Mental Health

Completed a Master of Arts in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology. Gained practical experience through a practicum at Noeticus Counseling Center and Training Institute and an internship at Centro Dones de Nuestra Comunidad/Jefferson Center for Mental Health.

Grade: Distinction

Activities and societies: University Study Abroad, Selected Participant, Sevilla, Spain

Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts with Distinction, majoring in Psychology and Spanish. Participated in a study abroad program at the University of Sevilla, enhancing fluency in Spanish.