Brooke Anais Straker
Summary
Empathetic and passionate individual dedicated to fostering mental well-being. I possess strong communication and active listening skills, coupled with my academic background in psychology and continuous professional development. I am committed to supporting individuals with their insight into their mental health, utilising therapeutic techniques to achieve positive outcomes. I am aiming to gain experience to excel in my abilities, in order to create a safe space for future clients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational therapy assistant
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Beckenham, Bromley
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for comprehensive care provision.
- Utilised psychological assessment tools (ADOS, COSA, Initial assessments etc.)
- Adhered to ethical standards whilst providing quality care services.
- Promoted a culture of empathy and respect within the workplace.
- Organised recreational group activities to encourage social interaction amongst patients.
- Adapted therapy techniques according to individual patient requirements, enhancing comfort and effectiveness of treatment.
- Discharged summary and discharge planning
- Utilised Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Provided emotional support during therapy sessions, fostering positive attitudes towards recovery.
Special educational needs teacher
Teaching Personnel
London
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed individual learning plans by assessing each student's unique needs.
- Adapted teaching methods to cater to various learning styles.
- Collaborated with parents and therapists to ensure comprehensive care.
- Ensured safety and wellbeing of students at all times during school hours.
- Assisted in neurodevelopmental assessments (ADOS, Conners, CBCL)
Education
Master of Science - Psychotherapy and Counselling
The London Metropolitan University
London 01.2025 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Psychotherapy and Counselling
Regents University London
London 01.2024 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Liverpool
Liverpool 08.2020 - 07.2023
A-Levels - English Literature
Reigate College
Reigate, Surrey 09.2018 - 07.2020
A-Levels -
Reigate College
Reigate, Surrey 09.2018 - 07.2020
Skills
- Active Listening
- Congruence
- Self Reflection & Self Awareness
- Interpersonal rapport building
- Client Confidentiality & Data Documentation
- CBT for PTSD experience
- DBT
- Self-Care advocacy
- Neurological disorders knowledge
- Client-Centred approach
Certification
- Safe Guarding Adults Level 2
- Safe Guarding Children Level 3
- Equality, Diversity & Human Rights
- Dual Diagnosis Level 1
- Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
- Basic Life Support
- SLT
Timeline
Master of Science - Psychotherapy and Counselling
The London Metropolitan University
01.2025 -
Occupational therapy assistant
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
08.2024 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Psychotherapy and Counselling
Regents University London
01.2024 - 04.2024
Special educational needs teacher
Teaching Personnel
06.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Liverpool
08.2020 - 07.2023
A-Levels - English Literature
Reigate College
09.2018 - 07.2020
A-Levels -
Reigate College
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Safe Guarding Adults Level 2
- Safe Guarding Children Level 3
- Equality, Diversity & Human Rights
- Dual Diagnosis Level 1
- Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
- Basic Life Support
- SLT
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