Nina Reel
Belfast
Summary
Graduate in Psychology from Queen's University Belfast, currently pursuing a Master's in Clinical Health Psychology. I have hands-on experience supporting individuals with mental health challenges, autism, and behavioural issues. Passionate about making a meaningful impact, I am committed to promoting well-being through compassionate, person-centered care. Eager to apply my academic knowledge and practical experience to create positive outcomes in the field of mental health.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Health Improvement and Wellbeing Intern
Action Cancer
Belfast
2025.06 - 2025.08
- Evaluated health services through comprehensive data management, impact assessment, and analysis using both qualitative and quantitative methods.
- Designed and developed digital health promotion resources, including bite-sized educational videos on key topics such as cancer related fatigue and coping with a cancer diagnosis
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure health messaging was accessible, evidence-based, and aligned with public health goals.
Camp Counsellor
Camp America - Camp Ramapo
Rhinebeck
2024.06 - 2024.08
- Assisted at a camp specialising in children with autism, physical and behavioural impairments, and learning disabilties.
- Learned to work with a wide range of children with varied abilities and assisted them in their day to day needs such as eating, dressing, showering and recreational activities.
- Worked as part of a team to create a united and supported environment for the other counsellor and the children.
- Led and organised activities as well as co-ordinating and taking daily meetings to create the best possible experience for the children.
- Learned to adapt my communication and abilities to suit each individual child and to create strong bonds with every child.
PASS Leader (Peer Assisted Study Sessions)
Queens University Belfast
Belfast
2023.09 - 2024.05
- Led regular tutorials and study groups for younger students clarifying difficult topics and answering questions to improve their understanding.
- Assisted students in reviewing and proof reading essays, providing constructive feedback on structure, argumentation, and referencing.
- Shared effective study techniques, time management strategies, and exam preparation tips to help students succeed.
- Provided emotional support for student experiencing academic stress or challenges, providing reassurance and encouragement.
Customer Assistant
Rituals Cosmetics
Belfast
2023.09 - 2024.05
- Learned to develop a customer first experience by following the company's customer service policy's.
- Worked to achieve sales targets and KPI's, both personally and store wide.
- Confidently provided un-biased customer advice through in-depth product knowledge.
- Communicated concisely and clearly with my team to deliver the best possible customer experience.
EPS Go Global Summer School
Lama Tzong Khapa Institute- University Of Pisa
Tuscany
2023.08 - 2023.09
- Awarded a fully funded scholarship to study consciousness and cognition in Italy.
- Studied artificial intelligence, quantum physics, near-death experiences, phenomenology, biosemiotics, neurology, and hypnosis.
- Participated in meditation with Buddhist monks and yoga classes.
Office Assistant
Brian Berrills and Company Solicitors
Dundalk
2020.09 - 2023.09
- Developed my interpersonal skills through face to face contact with clients, answering and taking enquires, phone calls, reception duties and supporting legal executives.
- I handled both incoming and outgoing mail for the business to maintain smooth running external communications.
- Developed organisational skills by creating innovative filing systems for the company.
Supervisor/Keyholder
Blue Inc
Newry
2022.06 - 2022.12
- Met monthly objectives by providing personalised, friendly and knowledgeable customer assistance.
- Performed keyholding responsibilities to guarantee timely opening and closure of the store.
- Directed loading and unloading of shipments to manage smooth workflow.
Retail Assistant
Smyths Toys
Newry
2021.09 - 2022.02
- Worked directly with customers to help them navigate the store, accommodate their needs and recommended products which fit their demands.
- Processed daily stock deliveries to maintain an accurate inventory needs and organisation of the store and the warehouse.
Volunteer
British Heart Foundation
Newry
2020.06 - 2021.06
- Raised customers awareness of charity work and latest projects.
- I worked alongside adults with learning difficulties giving me experience in adapting my communication when necessary.
Education
MSc Clinical Health Psychology -
Queens University
Belfast 2025.09 -
BSc - Psychology
Queens University
Belfast 2022.09 - 2025.07
BSc - Psychology
Queens University
Newry 2015.09 - 2025.07
Skills
- Academic and Scientific Report Writing
- Research Methods (surveys, qualtrics, experiments, data collection)
- Data Analysis (SPSS, Python, Excel)
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Communication Skills (verbal and written)
- Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
- Knowledge of psychological theories and how they apply to human behaviour
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MSc Clinical Health Psychology -
Queens University
2025.09 -
Health Improvement and Wellbeing Intern
Action Cancer
2025.06 - 2025.08
Camp Counsellor
Camp America - Camp Ramapo
2024.06 - 2024.08
PASS Leader (Peer Assisted Study Sessions)
Queens University Belfast
2023.09 - 2024.05
Customer Assistant
Rituals Cosmetics
2023.09 - 2024.05
EPS Go Global Summer School
Lama Tzong Khapa Institute- University Of Pisa
2023.08 - 2023.09
BSc - Psychology
Queens University
2022.09 - 2025.07
Supervisor/Keyholder
Blue Inc
2022.06 - 2022.12
Retail Assistant
Smyths Toys
2021.09 - 2022.02
Office Assistant
Brian Berrills and Company Solicitors
2020.09 - 2023.09
Volunteer
British Heart Foundation
2020.06 - 2021.06
BSc - Psychology
Queens University
2015.09 - 2025.07