Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Additional Information
Presentations
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Sarah Gonzalez

Summary

My purpose is to deeply understand the multidimensional nature of human experience -mental, emotional, physical, & spiritual- and to translate these insights into accessible, evidence-based tools for healing and personal growth. I'm passionate about leading teams, refining diagnostics, and pioneering innovative pathways to elevate global consciousness.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

EAP Counselor

Telus Corporation
09.2023 - Current

• Provide consultations to senior management at Fortune 500 companies regarding employee mental health, fitness-for-duty, and next-step interventions aligned with legal and company policies.

• Deliver short-term counseling, risk assessment, and psychoeducational support tailored to individual client needs.

• Facilitate referrals for clients requiring ongoing or specialized mental health, legal, or financial services.

• Respond to urgent mental health situations with crisis intervention and management support to maintain workplace safety and well-being.

• Educate clients on mental health resources to empower informed decisions and promote sustained wellness.

Program Director

Apraxis Center
09.2022 - 05.2023

• Served as the company's go-to person for all things behavioral science and content design.

• Collected, analyzed, and interpreted complex behavioral data to inform internal planning and external presentations.

• Assisted senior leaders in setting goals and strategic direction to strengthen organizational mission and culture.

• Designed and deliver presentations, workshops, and training sessions tailored to diverse stakeholders.

• Led the client screening process and oversee administrative workflows to ensure efficient service delivery.

Clinician

Children's Services Of Roxbury
05.2022 - 05.2023

• Provided individual, group, and family therapy to address mental health challenges, social stressors, and interpersonal difficulties.

• Developed individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans tailored to each client’s unique needs.

• Conducted clinical assessments using validated psychometric tools to evaluate client needs and inform treatment.

• Delivered trauma-informed, strengths-based, and solution-focused interventions grounded in applied research.

• Maintained timely and accurate clinical documentation in alignment with agency policies and professional standards.

Psychotherapist

Momento - Centro De Tratamiento De Adicciones
09.2019 - 12.2022

• Delivered comprehensive patient care and managed caseloads through individual, couples, and group therapy ensuring continuity and quality of care.

• Created individualized treatment plans with measurable goals and tailored interventions based on client presentations.

• Developed and facilitated psychoeducational workshops focused on healing, self-discovery, and personal growth.

• Led lectures for clients and families on addiction, relapse prevention, and codependency to support recovery and family involvement.

• Responded to psychological emergencies and provided clients with emotional regulation tools and crisis intervention techniques.

Masters-Level Clinician

Youth Villages
07.2018 - 06.2019

• Provided in-home therapeutic care across homes, schools, and hospitals to address the mental health needs of children and families through the Department of Children & Families and Department of Mental Health.

• Applied individualized trauma-informed interventions and psychoeducational tools to support emotional wellbeing and strengthen family systems.

• Conducted psychological assessments and delivered crisis management support in urgent and high-risk situations.

• Developed safety and treatment plans under time-sensitive conditions to ensure client stability and care continuity.

• Collaborated on case conceptualization with collateral providers and advocated for child rights in accordance with state regulations.

Education

Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology

Williams James College
Newton, Massachusetts

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Columbia University
New York City
05-2017

Bachelor of Science - International Trading & Marketing

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York City
05-2015

Skills

  • Leadership & Management
  • Analytical thinking
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Creativity & Innovation

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Advanced (C1)
Portuguese
Intermediate (B1)

Certification

  • International Employee Assistance Professionals Association: Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP)
  • New York University: Emotional Intelligence & Situational Leadership


Additional Information

Traditional: Cognitive Behavior, Psychodynamic, Person-centered, Narrative, and Solution-focused therapy.

Somatic & Body Oriented: Somatic experiencing, Polyvagal-informed therapy, Ayurvedic Nutrition.

Expressive: Play therapy, Sandplay therapy, Expressive Arts, Poetry therapy.

Spiritual & Transpersonal: Inner Child Healing, Archetypal Therapy, Ecotherapy, Vipassana Meditation.

Trauma-informed & Integrative: Internal Family Systems, Trauma focused CBT, Mindfulness-based Cognitive, Compassionate-focused, Humanistic therapy.

Presentations

PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS


  • “Self-discovery, Courage, and Intrinsic Motivation” presented at Whitestone Academy. June 2017, New York City.
  • The Power of Authenticity and Courage” presented at The Fashion Institute of Technology. April 2017, New York City.
  • Cultivating Authenticity and Self-Confidence” presented for The Oliver Scholars Program at 7 World Trade Center. March 2017, New York City.
  • “Personal Development, Self-confidence, and Perseverance” presented at The Fashion Institute of Technology. December 2016, New York City.
  • Trump or Hillary? Why - especially now - we shouldn't generalize and label one another: a personal story” published by Teachers College-Columbia University. November 2016, New York City.
  • Positive Psychology and the discovery of happiness” presented at Spiritual Life Conference at Teachers College, Columbia University. June 2016, New York City.
  • Self concept, Personal growth, and Perseverance” presented at The Fashion Institute of Technology. May 2016, New York City.

Timeline

EAP Counselor

Telus Corporation
09.2023 - Current

Program Director

Apraxis Center
09.2022 - 05.2023

Clinician

Children's Services Of Roxbury
05.2022 - 05.2023

Psychotherapist

Momento - Centro De Tratamiento De Adicciones
09.2019 - 12.2022

Masters-Level Clinician

Youth Villages
07.2018 - 06.2019

Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology

Williams James College

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Columbia University

Bachelor of Science - International Trading & Marketing

Fashion Institute of Technology
Sarah Gonzalez