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Elizabeth Dunne

Salford,Greater Manchester

Summary

Dedicated trainee counsellor with relevant experience in child-centred counselling and therapeutic practice, demonstrating a strong commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality maintenance. Keen to further develop proficient in multicultural competency and emotional intelligence, with a focus on holistic development and safeguarding procedures. Adept at leadership and team coordination, communication proficient and empathetic listener. Career aspirations include advancing educational psychology understanding and solution-focused brief therapy to enhance mental health awareness.

Attentive student eager to offer history of academic excellence and commitment to student success. Strong command of counselling best practices and assessment techniques. Solid history of caring and empathetic approach to problem-solving.

An empathetic individual equipped to support student well-being with targeted counselling approaches. Effective use of open communication and active listening to provide caring guidance. Adheres to school regulations and reporting requirements to safeguard and advocate for student rights.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Leader

Bella Italia
Salford Quays, Media City, Manchester
06.2023 - 05.2025
  • Lead and supported shifts with a focus on customer experience, staff coordination, and problem-solving under pressure.
  • Developed strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Fostered teamwork amongst employees, enhancing workplace synergy and morale.
  • Prioritised tasks during busy periods to ensure timely delivery of orders or services.
  • Demonstrated leadership and responsibility in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service for improved satisfaction ratings.
  • Provided thorough training to new employees, enhancing their job competence quickly.

Student Counsellor – Placement

Place2Be
Salford, Greater Manchester
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Completed over 100 hours of counselling experience including 40 hours of one-to-one direct counselling with children in an educational setting; 19 hours of formal supervision; 7.5 hours of group supervision; and, 18 hours of personal therapy.
  • Delivered support with empathy and professionalism in accordance with BACP guidelines.
  • Collaborated with teachers for better understanding of individual student needs.
  • Conducted group therapy sessions to foster peer support amongst students.
  • Assessed student behavioural issues by close observation and interaction during 1-2-1 counselling.
  • Prepared comprehensive progress reports to highlight improvements in student behaviour.
  • Achieved improved student wellbeing with proactive mental health support.
  • Undertook safeguarding training and worked within the ethical boundaries of therapeutic work with minors.
  • Adhered to strict confidentiality protocols to safeguard and accurately store student information.
  • Developed resilience and adaptability through reflective practice and supervision.

Education

A level - Philosophy, Sociology, Psychology

Ilkley Grammar School
Ilkley, West Yorkshire
09.2018 - 07.2020

BA (Hons) - Counselling

University of Salford
Greater Manchester
09.2020 -

Skills

  • Child-Centred Counselling
  • Supervision and Reflective Practice
  • Ethical Awareness & Confidentiality
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Leadership and Team Coordination
  • Active Listening & Communication
  • Resilience and Cultural Sensitivity
  • Competence to Practice
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Person-Centred / Psychodynamic counselling approaches
  • Communication proficiency
  • Multicultural competency
  • Therapeutic practice
  • Holistic development understanding
  • Ethical standards adherence
  • Solution-Focused brief therapy
  • Educational psychology understanding
  • Empathetic listening
  • Safeguarding procedures
  • Mental health awareness

Affiliations

  • Travel. Walking. Social media. Cinema and Theatre.

Referees

  • Mr Noah Sisson-Curbishly, Lecturer, University of Salford, Greater Manchester. M5 4WT.
  • Louisa Hodgson, Project Manager, Place2Be. Louisa.Hodgson@place2be.org.uk
  • Christopher Dean, General Manager, Bella Italia, Salford Quays, Media City, Manchester

Personal Information

Date of birth: 02/15/02

Timeline

Student Counsellor – Placement

Place2Be
09.2024 - 04.2025

Shift Leader

Bella Italia
06.2023 - 05.2025

BA (Hons) - Counselling

University of Salford
09.2020 -

A level - Philosophy, Sociology, Psychology

Ilkley Grammar School
09.2018 - 07.2020

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