Mackenzie Peterson
@mackenziepeterson
Trauma-informed behavioral health professional and group facilitator focused on crisis support.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a compassionate psychology graduate and behavioral-health professional, experienced facilitating groups, supporting individuals in crisis, and delivering trauma-informed care. I bring virtual engagement skills, detailed documentation, and a steady, supportive approach grounded in crisis intervention and de-escalation.
In my recent role as a Group Facilitator for mood and anxiety, I deliver evidence-based therapy groups for adolescents and adults, document progress notes and safety assessments in real time, and collaborate with therapists and psychiatrists to adjust treatment and crisis-response protocols. I’ve also worked in supervised family visitation and as a Residential Support Specialist, and I’ve provided 1:1 ABA therapy under BCBA supervision—while continuing to volunteer with Trevor Project crisis support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Group Facilitator – Mood
Behavioral Health Discovery
Sep 2025 - Present (9 months)
Facilitated evidence-based mood and anxiety therapy groups for adolescents and adults. Completed real-time progress notes and safety assessments and coordinated with therapists and psychiatrists to update treatment plans and crisis-response protocols.
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Mentored at-risk youth to foster academic and personal growth. Built trusting relationships and supported goal-setting and positive engagement.
Crisis Line Support Volunteer
The Trevor Project
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Provided remote emotional support and crisis intervention to individuals experiencing suicidal ideation. Followed established crisis-support procedures while offering empathetic, trauma-informed assistance.
Primary Teacher (Volunteer)
Thailand
Mar 2025 - Jul 2025 (4 months)
Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans to primary students. Supported learning through structured, interactive classroom activities.
Visitation Writer & Moderator
Unity Visitation
Dec 2024 - Apr 2025 (4 months)
Supervised family visits for children in foster care to ensure safety and court-ordered compliance. Produced detailed visitation reports for caseworkers and courts to support reunification.
Private Nanny / Respite Care
Multiple Families
May 2019 - Apr 2025 (5 years 11 months)
Supported children with autism, ADHD, and sensory needs through structured routines and educational play. Helped maintain consistent strategies to support daily functioning and engagement.
ABA Therapist (After-School)
Bright Mosaic
Jan 2024 - Aug 2024 (7 months)
Delivered 1:1 ABA therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder under BCBA supervision. Collected data on skill acquisition and behavioral goals to support treatment progress.
Residential Support Specialist
Hidden Cove
Jun 2023 - Jun 2024 (1 year)
Built trauma-informed relationships with residents with disabilities to promote emotional regulation and independence. Assisted with ADLs, medication administration, and behavior-support plan implementation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Texas Woman’s University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Earned a B.A. in Psychology from Texas Woman’s University in Denton, Texas (completed Dec 2024).
Grand Prairie High School
Associate’s Degree
Completed an Early College Diploma and an Associate’s Degree through Grand Prairie High School (completed Jun 2022).
Availability
Location
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