Martha Ash
@marthaash
Compassionate mental health professional dedicated to client well-being.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated mental health professional with a BSC (Hons) in Psychology and extensive experience in counseling and support roles. My journey began with volunteer positions, where I provided person-centered counseling to clients affected by various mental health issues. I have honed my skills through practical placements and ongoing professional development, including specialized training in trauma-informed therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Throughout my career, I have worked in diverse settings, including the NHS and various mental health support organizations. My roles have included supporting individuals with learning difficulties, mental health challenges, and those in acute crisis. I am passionate about promoting positive mental health and have organized activities tailored to enhance emotional intelligence and coping strategies for clients of all ages.
As I continue my professional journey, I am committed to furthering my expertise in mental health support and counseling. I believe in the power of empathy and understanding in fostering healing and resilience in clients, and I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all those I work with.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Volunteer Counsellor
Starfish Wellbeing Service
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Delivering short-term person-centered counselling to clients, enhancing their overall wellbeing through tailored support.
Volunteer Counsellor
Popham Kidney Support
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Providing short-term counselling for clients affected by Kidney Disease, focusing on their emotional and psychological needs.
Support Worker
Salvere
Jan 2020 - Jun 2024 (4 years 5 months)
Providing support to an older woman with mental health issues and Autism, facilitating her daily activities and community engagement.
Support Worker
Salvere
Mar 2020 - Jun 2024 (4 years 3 months)
Assisting a lady with learning difficulties to live independently through weekly support and care.
Mental Health Support Worker
Service Care Solutions
Jun 2021 - Jun 2024 (3 years)
Supporting inpatients during acute mental health episodes, utilizing training in various mental health and safety protocols.
Volunteer Counsellor
1-2-1 Counselling York
Jan 2023 - Mar 2024 (1 year 2 months)
Providing person-centered counselling for a diverse range of clients as part of placement requirements for counselling FdA.
Mental Health Support Worker
Primrose Court Nursing Home
Feb 2020 - Jan 2021 (11 months)
Supporting residents with mental health and dementia-related challenges, employing strategies for managing challenging behavior.
Volunteer Mental Health Activity Support Worker
SLV Global
Sep 2019 - Oct 2019 (1 month)
Organizing and delivering sessions to promote positive mental health for diverse service users, focusing on psychological development.
Bartender
The Yorkshire Bartender
May 2019 - Jul 2019 (2 months)
Working as a bartender at events, providing beverage service and customer interaction in a fast-paced environment.
Volunteer Shop Assistant
Oxfam
Dec 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year)
Serving customers and maintaining shop operations, including sorting donations and arranging displays.
Bartender/Waiter
Sutlers Bar and Kitchen
Jun 2018 - Jan 2019 (7 months)
Serving customers as a bartender and waiter, with training in cocktail and coffee preparation.
Receptionist
Changing Lives
Mar 2018 - May 2018 (2 months)
Managing front desk operations at a homeless accommodation, providing support and information to residents.
Bartender/Waiter/Kitchen Porter
The Keys Yarm Restaurant
Mar 2015 - Sep 2017 (2 years 6 months)
Performing multiple roles including bartending, waiting, and kitchen support in a busy restaurant environment.
Student Researcher
York St John University
Mar 2017 - Jun 2017 (3 months)
Conducting research and data collection, contributing to literature reviews and participant sourcing for academic projects.
Teaching Assistant
Stockton Riverside College
Feb 2015 - Mar 2015 (1 month)
Assisting young adults with learning difficulties in completing tasks and organizing their educational materials.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Teesside University
Foundation Degree in Counselling, Counselling
2021 - 2024
Activities and societies: Completed 100 clinical placement hours with external supervision and 20 hours of mandatory personal therapy.
Pursuing a Foundation Degree in Counselling, which includes extensive clinical placement hours and personal therapy.
Stockton Riverside College
Counselling Level 2 and 3, Counselling
2020 - 2021
Grade: Pass
Completed Level 2 and Level 3 Counselling courses, gaining practical skills in counselling techniques and client interaction.
York St John University
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Psychology
2016 - 2019
Grade: 3rd Class
Completed a BSc (Hons) in Psychology, focusing on various psychological theories and practices.
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