Veronika Kruk
Edinburgh,Midlothian
Summary
Compassionate trainee CBT therapist with history of working with children and young people. Follows evidence-based practices and collaborates with clients to deliver person-centred therapy. Motivated to expand on and consolidate existing skills, and learn from a multidisciplinary team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Trainee CBT Therapist
Centre for Psychological Therapies
Edinburgh, Midlothian
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Delivered Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to children and young people aged 9-23 under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist.
- Assessment, formulation and intervention for low mood, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder and trauma.
- Adapted therapeutic approaches for clients with autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
- Engaged caretakers and families in therapy where appropriate.
- Keeping of clinical records and writing therapeutic letters.
- Warm and effective communication with clients, their families and General Practitioners.
- Leading of initial assessment appointments under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist.
- Attended weekly supervision to reflect on and improve my clinical skills. Engaged in further reading of journal articles to ensure highest quality of care by taking an empirical, evidence-based approach.
Shout Volunteer
Mental Health Innovations
Remote
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided immediate and confidential support to individuals in emotional distress or crisis through text conversations.
- Engaged with texters empathetically, actively listening to their concerns, offering emotional support, and helping them explore coping strategies.
- Assessed the severity of texter's situation and escalated urgent cases.
Education
BSc Psychology (Hons) -
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne 09.2018 - 07.2021
MSc Psychological Therapies -
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 09.2021 - 08.2023
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of mental health problems, psychological and developmental theories and their application to mental health, neurodiversity
- Experience of working with children and young people with mental health problems and neurodiversity
- Cognitive behavioural therapy: assessment, formulation and intervention
- Leading initial assessment appointments under supervision
- Adapting therapeutic approaches to suit cultural and neuro-developmental needs of the client
- Strong interest in improving treatment and service outcomes and equal access to healthcare for minority groups
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills when interacting with clients, colleagues and maintaining records
- Concise report writing skills
- High-level organisational and time management skills
- Adhering to ethical guidelines and confidentiality
- IT skills: Microsoft Office and SPSS
- Extensive knowledge of research methods and statistics
- Creative problem-solving
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Use supervision effectively to reflect on and improve clinical skills
- Identify limits of knowledge and competence, seek support when required
- Friendly, warm and compassionate
- Dynamic, creative and flexible mindset
- Desire to learn new skills and develop within a new role
- Full clean drivers licence and access to a car
Languages
English
Fluent
German
Native
Timeline
Trainee CBT Therapist
Centre for Psychological Therapies
09.2021 - 08.2023
MSc Psychological Therapies -
The University of Edinburgh
09.2021 - 08.2023
Shout Volunteer
Mental Health Innovations
03.2021 - 03.2023
BSc Psychology (Hons) -
Newcastle University
09.2018 - 07.2021
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