Hi, I’m
Sorina Nociar
Orpington,Kent
Summary
Experienced counselling professional with desire to make positive impact in lives of individuals and families. Works with care and compassion to deliver targeted programmes for improved social and behavioural outcomes. Successful at helping clients unravel physical, mental and emotional layers to identify root causes of problems and develop strong coping skills for diverse scenarios. Knowledgeable of evidence-based practices and ability to form positive relationships with clients and families. Talented at working with diverse populations and utilising various therapeutic approaches.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
Work History
St Jude's CE Primary SchoolLondon
Counsellor in School
11.2012 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Working therapeutically in 1-2-1 sessions with children and their families supporting 200 students between ages 4-11
- Developed and designed counselling programs customised to needs of students.
- Working as designated safeguarding lead and liaising with department of child protective services in cases of student-wellbeing concern, in line with school regulations.
- Responsible for referring struggling students to mental health, or vocational-related activities to help cope with their problems.
- Listened to academic, emotional and social concerns and practised non-judgemental approach to students.
- Communicated with parents to help improve family dynamics and wellbeing of children.
- Mentored students to identify skills and assets to maximise potential.
- Sensitively supported students navigating difficult situations to offer safe space to talk and provide relevant assistance.
- Upheld counselling best practise across departments by consistently adhering to BACP ethical framework guidelines.
Trust EducationLondon, Greater London
Teaching Assistant In Primary School
01.2011 - 10.2012
Job overview
- Worked with 200 children across school ages 4-11 in group setting or individually.
- Developed and maintained positive, impactful relationships with students, facilitating improved learning outcomes.
- Offered support to special needs students, guaranteeing safety and access to equitable learning.
- Managed pupil behaviour to cultivate focused and productive classes.
Education
PESI, London, Uk
Master class from Attachment focused EMDR for trauma, anxiety, loss
07.2023
University Overview
- Completed professional development in attachment focused EMDR for trauma, anxiety, grief and loss
PESI, London, Uk
Certificate of Professional Development from Trauma course for healing deep traumatic wounds
06.2023
University Overview
- Completed professional development in healing deep traumatic wounds
Family Futures Education & Professional Dev., London, Uk
DDP Level 1 from Dyadic developmental Psychotherapy and Parenting
11.2017
University Overview
- Completed professional development in therapy and parenting developmentally traumatised children
West University of Timisoara, Timisoara, Romania
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
09.2001 - 07.2005
West University of Timisoara, Timisoara, Romania
Master Degree in Family and Couples Counselling from Psychology
09.2005 - 07.2007
Skills
- CBT
- Family and child welfare
- Counselling
- Risk assessments
- Solution-focused techniques
- Behaviour pattern recognition
- One-on-one sessions
- Progress assessments
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Advanced
C1
Romanian
Advanced
C1
Italian
Beginner
A1
Portuguese
Beginner
A1
French
Beginner
A1
German
Beginner
A1
Certification
- Registered member of BACP
Timeline
Counsellor in School
St Jude's CE Primary School
11.2012 - 01.2020
Teaching Assistant In Primary School
Trust Education
01.2011 - 10.2012
West University of Timisoara
Master Degree in Family and Couples Counselling from Psychology
09.2005 - 07.2007
West University of Timisoara
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
09.2001 - 07.2005
PESI
Master class from Attachment focused EMDR for trauma, anxiety, loss
PESI
Certificate of Professional Development from Trauma course for healing deep traumatic wounds
Family Futures Education & Professional Dev.
DDP Level 1 from Dyadic developmental Psychotherapy and Parenting
- Registered member of BACP
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