Kinza Tariq
@kinzatariq
Motivated Associate Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor dedicated to mental wellness.
What I'm looking for
I am a motivated and compassionate Associate Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) with a strong academic foundation in mental health counseling and evidence-based therapeutic techniques. My experience includes providing individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and fostering a safe environment for personal growth and healing. I am passionate about supporting diverse populations and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote mental wellness.
Throughout my career, I have worked with a variety of students, including those from underrepresented backgrounds, helping them navigate academic challenges and personal issues. My roles have included counseling at Skyline Community College and Jefferson Elementary School District, where I developed intervention strategies and collaborated with faculty and staff to ensure student success. I am committed to continuous professional development and eager to apply my skills in a professional setting.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Middle College (MC) Counselor
Skyline Community College
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)
Provided counseling and academic advising to a caseload of high school junior and senior students in the Middle College Program. Supported students in time management, organizational skills, and prioritizing educational goals.
First Year Experience (FYE) Counselor
Skyline Community College
Aug 2020 - Present (4 years 11 months)
Taught a 3-unit CSU/UC transferable College Success course to new and continuing community college students. Developed and implemented curriculum using Learner-Centered Instructional Principles.
Strategic Partnerships and Workforce Development Counselor
Skyline Community College
Aug 2020 - Present (4 years 11 months)
Designed curriculum for and taught intensive Counseling 101: Prep to College section for 6 weeks. Instructed two cohorts of 20 high school students who are at risk of not graduating on time.
Long Term Tier One Counselor
Jefferson Elementary School District
Nov 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 1 month)
Provided counseling and academic support to middle school students (sixth through eighth grade). Collaborated with teachers and staff members to conduct in-class presentations that promote counseling services.
First Year Experience (FYE) Counselor
Skyline Community College
Aug 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 4 months)
Provided case management, counseling, and academic advising to a diverse caseload of students and general Skyline College Students. Prepared Student Educational Plans (SEPs) that reflect students' academic and career goals.
Counseling Intern
Skyline Community College
Jan 2019 - May 2020 (1 year 4 months)
Advised community college students on General Education (GE) requirements for Associate degree and/or CSU-GE and IGETC for CSU and UC transfer. Collaborated with students to develop a solid Student Education Plan (SEP) tailored to their academic goals.
Counseling Intern
San Francisco State University
Aug 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 4 months)
Provided case management, counseling, and academic advising to a diverse caseload of FGCS, first-year students, and undeclared major students. Assessed students' academic needs and developed electronic Student Educational Plans.
Education
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San Francisco State University
Master of Science, College Counseling
Specialized in College Student Personnel with an emphasis on Career Counseling. Gained strong academic foundation in mental health counseling and evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Developed a strong understanding of psychological principles and research methods.
Skyline Community College
Associate of Arts Transfer, Psychology
Earned an Associate of Arts Transfer degree in Psychology. This foundational education prepared for further studies in the field.
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