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Madison Smith

Chicago

Summary

Compassionate and trauma-informed counseling professional completing a Master's in Mental Health Counseling. Experienced in working with children, adolescents, and young adults through play therapy, mindfulness, and CBT-based interventions. Passionate about empowering clients with anxiety, trauma, and behavioral concerns toward resilience and emotional regulation.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Counseling Intern

Kids Above All
Waukegan
07.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated therapy sessions, creating a safe space for emotional expression.
  • Conducted client assessments to identify mental health needs and formulate treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with supervisors to evaluate treatment progress and modify interventions as needed.
  • Documented client interactions accurately, ensuring adherence to confidentiality guidelines and ethical standards.

Certified Nursing Assistant

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
Madison
04.2022 - 09.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement effective care plans.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging moments.

Head Dance Team Coach

Waunakee Community School District
Waunakee
08.2020 - 01.2024
  • Ensured choreography and routines aligned with competition standards and team objectives.
  • Mentored dancers to promote personal growth and strengthen teamwork.
  • Organized team events to enhance collaboration and camaraderie among members.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents and stakeholders to secure community support for dance program.

Clinical Technician

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
Madison
02.2021 - 08.2021
  • Administered COVID-19 vaccinations and nasopharyngeal tests to patients.
  • Ensured adherence to safety protocols and clinical guidelines in patient care procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient workflows and improve service delivery.

Lead Toddler Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
Waunakee
08.2018 - 08.2021
  • Cultivated nurturing environment to enhance social and emotional development in children.
  • Collaborated with parents to design individualized learning plans for each child.
  • Developed and implemented engaging curriculum aligned with toddler developmental stages.

Education

Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling

Northwestern University
Evanston, IL
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Neurobiology

University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WI
05-2022

Skills

  • Ethics and confidentiality
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Mental health assessment
  • Dialectical behavior therapy
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management

Timeline

Mental Health Counseling Intern

Kids Above All
07.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
04.2022 - 09.2024

Clinical Technician

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
02.2021 - 08.2021

Head Dance Team Coach

Waunakee Community School District
08.2020 - 01.2024

Lead Toddler Teacher

KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2018 - 08.2021

Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science - Neurobiology

University of Wisconsin, Madison

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