Evelyn Mosqueda
Aurora
Summary
Full-time student pursuing a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lewis University. Dedicated to serving marginalized communities, providing culturally competent, compassionate, and empathetic care. Committed to advocating for those who often go unheard, and ensuring they receive the support and resources needed to thrive.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Counseling Internship
Robert Young Mental Health Center
Rock Island
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions related to self-esteem, coping strategies, trauma, emotional regulation, etc.
- Shadowed and participated in group therapy sessions for adolescents and adults.
- Worked alongside social workers and therapists, learning from their expertise and diverse approaches.
- Provided empathetic support to clients in setting realistic and achievable goals, leading to higher engagement in their treatment plans.
- The Robert Young Center provides a full spectrum of hospital-based and outpatient mental health services (mental health, substance abuse, crisis, etc) to children, adolescents and adults.
Survivor Advocate For Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
Family Resources
Davenport
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Completed 20 hours of volunteer work with Family Resources Survivor Services
- Led efforts to gather and distribute necessities, offering support to those suffering from sexual assault and domestic violence in Illinois and Iowa.
- Participated in a 62-hour training program focused on crisis intervention, confidentiality, and trauma-informed care to learn appropriate ways of supporting survivors in both acute and long-term interactions and receive the training and experience necessary to become a Survivor Advocate for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault in Illinois and Iowa.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL05-2028
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Communication Studies, Spanish
Augustana College
Rock Island, Illinois05.2025
Skills
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Cultural competence
- Building rapport
- Child and adolescent counseling
- Empathy
Training
Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Program - Expires 7/2026
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Counseling Internship
Robert Young Mental Health Center
09.2024 - 12.2024
Survivor Advocate For Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
Family Resources
09.2022 - 12.2022
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lewis University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Communication Studies, Spanish
Augustana College