
Trisha User
@trishauser6
I provide holistic counselling and teach engaging English lessons in cross-cultural Japanese classrooms.
What I'm looking for
I'm a registered counsellor accredited by the ASCHP board, using a holistic approach that focuses on clients' inner worlds. I bring empathy, self-awareness, and a commitment to making a positive difference.
At Plumm and Plumm Mental Health, I provided online therapy to people from different parts of the world, engaging clients and offering helpful tools through specific therapeutic approaches. My practical counselling training at Helios included the STREPCO approach and work with both adults and children.
In Hokkaido, I teach English in Japanese public schools through Interac, delivering engaging student-centered lessons alongside Japanese instructors. I support language development and communication confidence while creating positive, inclusive, interactive cross-cultural classrooms.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Instructor
Interac
Mar 2023 - Present (3 years 8 months)
Delivered English instruction in Japanese public schools, creating engaging and student-centered lessons while collaborating with local teachers to foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
Special Wellness Counsellor
ASSOCIATION FOR SUPPORTIVE COUNSELLORS AND HOLISTIC PRACTITIONERS
Dec 2021 - Present (4 years 11 months)
Worked as Special Wellness Counsellor at ASSOCIATION FOR SUPPORTIVE COUNSELLORS AND HOLISTIC PRACTITIONERS.
Counsellor
Plumm
Feb 2022 - Apr 2026 (4 years 2 months)
Worked as Counsellor at Plumm.
Assistant Language Teacher
Interac (North branch- Hokkaido)
Jan 2023 - Jan 2026 (3 years)
I worked as an Assist Language Teacher (ALT) by providing English instruction in Japanese public schools. My main task was to deliver engaging, student-centered lessons as well as work alongside Japanese instructors. My aim was to Support students’ language development and confidence in communication. I focused deeply on integrating cross-cultural educational environment. in aspiration to foster a
Therapist
Plumm mental Health
Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)
I provided therapy online with people from different parts of the world. Sessions were 1 hour in length, I engaged, interacted and provided helpful tools as a therapist utilizing specific therapeutic approaches.
Trainee
Helios counseling & training
Nov 2021 - Nov 2021 (0 months)
Practical training & experience in counseling
Training Specialist
Helios
Jan 2021 - Jan 2021 (0 months)
Practical training by Helios, STREPCO approach to counselling. Mentor: Lorrete Dye. I had one on one practical training on how to work with adults as well as children. I worked closely with other collogues who were also being trained on how to represent oneself professionally.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Bachelor's Degree
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Bachelor of Arts, PSYCHOLOGY
IIE Varsity College
High School Diploma, Business/Commerce, General
IIE Varsity College
Higher Certificate in Business Principles and Practice
International TEFL Academy
Teaching English as a foreign language, Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
2021 - 2021
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
Honors Degree, Counseling Psychology
2018 - 2020
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Counseling Psychology
2014 - 2018
University of South Africa
Honors Degree, Counseling Psychology
2018 - 2020
Pursued an Honors Degree in Counseling Psychology, deepening expertise in psychological assessment and therapeutic techniques.
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Arts, Counseling Psychology
2014 - 2018
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Counseling Psychology, building a strong foundation in psychological theory and practice.
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, focusing on psychological principles and research.
University of South Africa
Bachelor's Degree
Completed a Bachelor's Degree, demonstrating academic proficiency.
IIE Varsity College
Certification, Business principles and practice
2012 - 2013
IIE Varsity College
Higher Certificate, Business Principles and Practice
Earned a Higher Certificate in Business Principles and Practice, covering foundational business concepts.
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