Michelli Freitas
Burnaby - British Columbia
Summary
Caring Behavioral Therapist with 7 years of experience helping clients with social and emotional issues develop techniques to deal with daily challenges. Expert at teaching others to tackle problems constructively through behavior modification. Flexible clinician comfortable administering individual or group therapy sessions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professor
Institute Of Education And Behavior Analysis
03.2017 - Current
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs.
- Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
- Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
- Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
- Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
Behavioral Therapist
Self Employed
03.2016 - Current
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
- Delivered social skills curriculums and programs in support of client skills development.
- Provided comprehensive treatment by working in close collaboration with multidisciplinary team of professionals.
- Monitored and documented client progress using data collection techniques.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to identify function of challenging behaviors.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on ABA principles to help clients reach goals.
- Conducted parent training sessions focused on teaching behavior management strategies.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Performed behavioral therapy assessments and treatments in patients' homes without direct supervision.
- Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results and recommended improvements.
- Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals and planning action to achieve effective personal development and adjustment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans and implement continuity of care.
- Defined core problems and determined key strategies for investigating and remediating concerns.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans to improve gross and fine motor coordination, movement, and functioning of upper extremities.
- Developed and maintained clear, individualized documentation on each patient.
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior.
- Acquired baseline data and implemented approved programs using behavioral technology appropriately, neutrally, and consistently.
- Observed client behavior and collected, documented and summarized data to formulate treatment plans.
- Maintained clean, safe and organized work environment to facilitate therapeutic treatment.
- Educated clients and families on mental health issues to promote understanding and support.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Clinical And Institutional Psychopedagogy
Centro Universitário Internacional - UNINTER
Goiânia- Goiás- Brazil04.2020
Postgraduate Diploma - Applied Behavior Analysis
Cambury Faculty
Goiânia- Goiás-Brazil04.2018
Bachelor's Degree - Pedagogy
Faculty CGESP
Goiânia- Goiás- Brazil03.2017
Skills
- Behavioral Plan Management
- Session Video Recording
- Patient Support
- Caregiver Relations
- Evidence-Based Interventions
- Behavioral Intervention
- Treatment Implementation
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Goal Setting
- Daily Living Skill Development
- Behavior Support Plans
- Self-Management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social Skill Development
- Data Collection
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Group Behavioral Intervention Programs
- Client Services
- Observation
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Portuguese
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)
Certification
Certified Autism Specialist - International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards - IBCCES - CAS 20755845 - United States
Sexuality Educator and Trainer - July 2019 - Elevatus Training - United States
Rubi Certified Therapist - August 2021 - United States
Timeline
Professor
Institute Of Education And Behavior Analysis
03.2017 - Current
Behavioral Therapist
Self Employed
03.2016 - Current
Post Graduate Diploma - Clinical And Institutional Psychopedagogy
Centro Universitário Internacional - UNINTER
Postgraduate Diploma - Applied Behavior Analysis
Cambury Faculty
Bachelor's Degree - Pedagogy
Faculty CGESP
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