Skilled psychological counselor in helping clients overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing individualized plans and developing important skills. Licensed by Korean Counseling Psychological Association.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
INSTRUCTOR
KangNam Vocational College
03.2018 - 02.2020
Conducted lectures of psychology related subjects – Principles of Psychology, Cyber Psychology, Human Relationships.
Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
As a result, received the best lecturer award of the semester
GROUP THERAPIST
EunPyung-gu Adolescent Counseling and Welfare Center
03.2016 - 02.2020
Visited schools in Eunpyung-gu to conduct group therapy sessions for students having school adjustment and peer relationship problems or mental health issues.
Conducted lectures of preventive programs to adolescents to help them cope with internet & smartphone addiction, suicidal, and anger managements.
VISITING PROFESSOR
Counseling Psychology Dept. Myungji University Graduate School
03.2023 - Current
Teaching counseling related subjects – Career Counseling, Couple Counseling
Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
INSTRUCTOR
ChungKang College of Cultural Industries
08.2022 - Current
Teaching interpersonal relationship psychology
Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
Improved student performance by giving them chances of presentations and team discussions
Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
As a result, boast lecture evaluation scores of above 4.6 out of 5
INSTRUCTOR
Global Learning Center
03.2021 - Current
Global Learning Center is a tertiary consulting and solution provider. It is also a service provider of the ACT(American College Testing), who developed Global Assessment Certificate Program to help non-English speaking culture students(especially Asian students) learn English academics and elective courses(such as psychology, social science, computing, etc.) so that they can transfer to American tertiary courses easily.
Having a lecture of Communication Skills and Psychology in English for the students who have a plan to study in universities in America and IGC.
Helping students who are dealing with mental stress and who need academic and personal motivations.
Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
COUNSELOR
Hugmom Hugin Counseling Center
07.2020 - 07.2021
Conducted psychological evaluation (MMPI-2, SCT, TCI etc.) and provided interpretive sessions for adults, adolescents and couples.
Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals and couples.
Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
COUNSELOR
I-AN Psychological Counseling Center
02.2020 - 12.2020
Conducted psychological evaluation (MMPI-2, SCT, TCI etc.) and provided interpretive sessions for adults, adolescents and couples.
Supported individuals and couples dealing with mental health, relationship and emotional issues.
Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
EAP(Employee Assistance Program) COUNSELOR
WINNERS JM
03.2018 - 03.2020
Conducted psychological evaluation(MMPI-2, SCT, TCI etc.) and interpretive counseling.
Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
Visited the client companies on a regular basis to measure the employees' stress levels and guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
ADOLESCENT COMPANION
Kangseo-gu Adolescent Counseling and Welfare Center
10.2016 - 02.2018
Counseled adolescents in Kangseo-gu on their family and peer relationship difficulties, school adjustments and mental health issues.
Met the parents or caregivers of the clients to help them cope with their children's problems and educate them proper parenting methods.
Conducted various psychological assessments and provided interpretative sessions.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
ASSISTANT ACADEMIC DIRECTOR
Hang Yang University GAC Center
01.2011 - 05.2012
Taught Communication Skills and Study Skills subjects of ACT GAC (Global Assessment Certificate)
Pioneered delivery of ACT EPP(English Proficiency Program) and trained teachers
Taught the students who needs to develop English proficiency to adapt to the main(GAC) Program
Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles through counseling sessions.
Assisted students in selecting their college majors based on their interests and abilities.
Managed teachers and staffs in academic departments
Education
Ph.D. - Psychological Rehabilitation
Myungji University Graduate School
Seoul, Korea
08.2022
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Myungji University Graduate School
Seoul, Korea
02.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English
Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
Seoul, Korea
02.1998
Skills
Individual and Group Counseling
Academic Publications
Course and Training Program Development
Social and Interpersonal Skills Teacher
Superior Communication Skills
Stress Management Strategies
Parenting Skills Educator
Adolescent Development
Suicide Intervention
Intake Assessment
Certification
Counseling Psychology (2nd grade), Korean Counseling Psychology Association (Date: 2016.09.01)
Adolescents Counselor (2nd grade), Ministry of Women and Families (Date: 2016.09.12)
Clinical Psychologist (2nd grade), Human Resources Development Service of Korea (Date: 2017.05.31)
Additional Information
Graduated middle school and high schools in English speaking country(Island of Saipan, a territory of USA)
Fluent in both spoken and written English
Psychological Assessments Available to Conduct: MMPI-2, TCI, SCT, MBTI, Enneagram, BGT, KFD, Career Assessments(Strong, Holland, Kuder), Wechsler Intelligence Test
Languages
Korean
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
REFERENCES
Global Learning Center: Simon D. Lee, Academic Director (+821051178088 / simonlee@mycollegegac.com)