Chi Hanson

Delivered psychoanalytic therapy to adult clients in a remote outpatient setting, applying long-term coaching and behavior modification techniques to support sustained mental health improvement and personal growth.

Provided trauma-informed life coaching using psychoanalytic methods, guiding clients in emotional regulation, behavior modification, and goal achievement through virtual platforms.

Supervised and supported case managers providing housing, financial assistance, and career services to homeless adults. Directed daily program operations to ensure timely coordination of services for vulnerable populations.

Provided long-term psychoanalytic therapy to adult clients in a nonprofit setting, using empathy-based care and coaching principles to support wellbeing and emotional growth.

Delivered psychodynamic therapy to children ages 6–15, using Melanie Klein's play therapy model to assess emotional development and improve therapeutic outcomes. Led structured family therapy sessions to equip parents with evidence-based strategies supporting individualized treatment goals.

Provided one-on-one counseling to adolescents facing academic and behavioral challenges. Collaborated with parents and faculty in IEP and progress meetings to support student development and success.

Facilitated structured group sessions for incarcerated females focused on emotional regulation and rehabilitation. Coached at-risk youth through court-approved diversion programs to reduce recidivism and build accountability, and monitored participant progress for program supervisors.

Developed and executed individualized behavioral and wellness plans for adults with developmental disabilities to support independence. Assessed client needs, coordinated interdisciplinary care, documented outcomes, and advocated for person-centered service planning.

Provided coaching, structured goal planning, and connections to community resources to help families achieve stability. Coordinated referrals and follow-up to improve daily living conditions and support wraparound care access.

Supported group and one-on-one sessions focused on crisis intervention, trauma recovery, and emotional regulation. Facilitated educational workshops on emotional intelligence and helped clients develop coping strategies and recovery plans while maintaining case notes and confidentiality.

Worked as a Community Support Worker at Green Door to support community services. Duties and specific methods were not provided in the source.

Worked as a Youth Development Specialist at AmeriCorp – Youth Power Center. Duties and specific methods were not provided in the source.

Worked as a Case Manager at Special Care Services. Duties and specific methods were not provided in the source.

Worked as a Mental Health Worker for West Side Opportunity during summers from 2002 to 2004. Duties and specific methods were not provided in the source.

Earned a Doctor of Applied Clinical Psychology in 2019 from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Norfolk State University, completed in May 2006.

Completed a Master of Science in Psychology beginning in September 2010 at University of Phoenix.