MARIA-ALEXANDRA CIRDEI
Colindale,United Kingdom
Summary
Psychology graduate (2:1) with over four years’ experience in mental health settings, supporting individuals with complex psychological needs. Experienced in psychologically informed care, MDT working, risk management, and the delivery of 1:1 support and group interventions under clinical supervision. Motivated to further develop clinical and research skills to ensure patients receive the most effective and appropriate treatment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Mental Health Support Worker
Cygnet Hospital
Ealing Broadway, Ealing
03.2023 - 01.2026
- Provided emotionally informed, person-centred support to individuals with complex mental health needs, including personality disorders, PTSD, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.
- Delivered structured 1:1 support under the guidance of qualified clinicians, using evidence-based principles to promote emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and engagement in treatment.
- Worked collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT), contributing clinical observations to support psychological formulation, care planning, and risk management.
- Contributed to the formulation, review, and implementation of risk assessments and safety plans in accordance with individual care plans and organisational policies.
- Maintained accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation to support continuity of care and effective communication across professional teams.
- Demonstrated resilience and professionalism when working in high-pressure, acute clinical environments.
Mental Health Support Worker
Adolphus Care
Harrow Weald, Harrow
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Communicated effectively with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (verbal and non-verbal), intellectual disabilities, and schizophrenia, adapting approaches to meet diverse communication and support needs.
- Organised and co-facilitated structured therapeutic and activity-based groups, including cooking and nature-based mindfulness, to support emotional regulation, graded exposure, and social confidence.
- Contributed to initial assessments by gathering observational and behavioural information, identifying risk indicators, and escalating concerns to the clinical lead in accordance with safeguarding procedures.
- Supported service users with community reintegration, using a recovery-oriented and strengths-based approach while considering vulnerability, stigma, and risk.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
London South Bank University
09.2019 - 05.2022
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, applied to clinical observation and decision-making
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- DBT Essentials – Level 1 (emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness)
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload
- Motivated, reflective, and committed to ongoing professional development
- Fluent in English and Romanian
Timeline
Mental Health Support Worker
Cygnet Hospital
03.2023 - 01.2026
Mental Health Support Worker
Adolphus Care
03.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
London South Bank University
09.2019 - 05.2022