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Hannah Brunton

Hannah Brunton

BATH,United Kingdom

Summary

Dedicated mental health professional with extensive expertise in child and adolescent therapy, specialising in resilience and stress management. Proficient in a range of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and art therapy. Demonstrates a strong commitment to mental health advocacy and safeguarding practices, with a focus on child and family welfare. Skilled in developing behavioural intervention plans and providing support for autism spectrum disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Career goals include advancing mental health care strategies to enhance the well-being of children and adolescents.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Mind Coach

Self Employed
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
04.2020 - Current
  • Assisted clients in developing healthier thought patterns which resulted in improved self-esteem and confidence levels.
  • Demonstrated high levels of empathy and understanding whilst dealing with emotionally charged situations.
  • Enhanced patients' coping mechanisms through mindfulness practices, resulting in better stress management.
  • Adapted approach depending on the unique circumstances of each client case, leading to more personalised care.
  • Educated clients about various relaxation techniques for anxiety reduction and better sleep quality.
  • Developed tailored treatment plans to promote positive behaviour change.
  • Contributed positively to team meetings, sharing insights from individual client cases.
  • Participated regularly in professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge within the field.
  • Delivered effective therapeutic strategies by building trusting relationships with clients.
  • Improved client's self-understanding with cognitive behavioural therapy techniques.
  • Worked closely with families, providing them necessary support and guidance.
  • Provided empathetic support to help clients cope with emotional distress.
  • Achieved timely therapeutic results with structured counselling sessions.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify clients' needs and concerns.
  • Ensured confidentiality of all client data in accordance with ethical guidelines.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of clients' progress towards their therapeutic goals.
  • Monitored client progress to update case records and reports.
  • Participated in meetings and training to align with guidelines and procedures.
  • Developed and implemented individualised treatment plans to fit client goals and objectives.
  • Documented abnormalities, risks and changes of behaviour to plan for next course of treatment.
  • Initiated cognitive behavioural therapy for anxiety and depression.
  • Liaised with patients, families and doctors to align treatment goals and recovery.

SEN teaching assistant

St Saviours School
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
04.2020 - 08.2024
  • Employed differentiated instruction techniques for enhanced student understanding.
  • Liaised with parents and carers regularly, fostering strong home-school relationships.
  • Assisted in the development of Individual Education Plans, enhancing student support.
  • Designed individualised lesson plans for improved academic performance.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by creating adaptive learning materials.
  • Provided one-to-one support to students, promoting self-confidence and independence.
  • Created sensory stimuli for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder; eased anxiety levels.
  • Tailored teaching style to suit diverse learning needs, achieving increased engagement.
  • Prioritised pupil safety during school trips; minimised risk of accidents.
  • Coordinated special educational needs assessments, ensuring accurate diagnosis.
  • Managed behavioural challenges effectively, maintaining a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement personalised education programmes, increasing student progress.
  • Facilitated group activities to promote social interaction among SEN students.
  • Improved classroom behaviour with implementation of positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Worked with SENCO to ensure effective planning and delivery of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Provided emotional support during challenging situations; instilled resilience in pupils.
  • Promoted inclusion of pupils, guaranteeing equal access to learning and development opportunities.
  • Built student self-esteem through positive encouragement, feedback and praise.
  • Helped students to thrive, using motivational techniques based on individual attention and reassurance.
  • Supported emotional and educational development of [Number] students with SEN challenges, including autism, ADHD and anxiety.
  • Created a purposeful learning environment, applying behaviour management strategies in line with school policy.

Education

Diploma in Child Psychology - Child Psychology

NNU
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
03.2020 - 03.2021

Skills

  • Child and adolescent therapy
  • Resilience and stress management
  • Mental health advocacy
  • Play therapy familiarity
  • Child psychology understanding
  • Behaviour modification tactics
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder counseling
  • Behavioural intervention planning
  • Empathic listening
  • Anxiety relief techniques
  • Mindfulness-Based interventions
  • Art therapy techniques
  • Autism spectrum disorders interventions
  • Post-Traumatic stress disorder handling
  • Self-Harm prevention strategies
  • Mindful observation
  • Anger management strategies
  • Hypnotherapy practices
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Mental health care
  • Stress management techniques
  • Safeguarding practices
  • Child and family welfare
  • Child psychology

Timeline

Mind Coach

Self Employed
04.2020 - Current

SEN teaching assistant

St Saviours School
04.2020 - 08.2024

Diploma in Child Psychology - Child Psychology

NNU
03.2020 - 03.2021

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