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Julianna Karhan

York

Summary


A dedicated mental health professional with proven track record in delivering therapeutic interventions within educational settings. Leveraging deep understanding of child and adolescent psychology to foster positive outcomes. Known for strong collaboration with teachers and staff, ensuring tailored support for student needs. Highly adaptable, with focus on achieving measurable results.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

School Based Therapist

Laurel Life
09.2024 - Current
  • Improved student emotional well-being by implementing tailored therapy sessions and interventions.
  • Provided guidance to school staff on best practices for supporting students with mental health concerns, contributing to an inclusive learning environment.
  • Provided crisis intervention support during critical situations, ensuring the safety of all students involved.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using standardized measures, adjusting treatment plans as needed based on continuous improvement efforts.

Transition Classroom Therapist/Team Lead

Laurel Life
01.2023 - Current
  • Therapist working with at-risk children K-3rd grade
  • Conducted individual and group sessions
  • Coordinated with school administration and amongst team
  • Implemented treatment plan
  • De-escalation and safe crisis management skills used with high risk behaviors

Family Success Advocate

Catherine Hershey Schools | PA
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • In year of professional development, learning about how to connect families with resources to reach their goals
  • Learning about early childhood education and child development

Program Coordinator

Center for Champions | PA
06.2020 - 07.2023
  • Ran weekly mentoring program (organized games, teaching, volunteers, transportation)
  • Wrote and taught social-emotional and Bible curriculum
  • Oversaw and advised female mentors
  • Ran an outreach program in Harrisburg High School called Cookies and Convos
  • Helped covered additional needs in small nonprofit as needed

Education

Master's of Divinity And M.S in Psychology - Psychology

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
05-2026

Human Development and Family Science, Psychology

Messiah College
Mechanicsburg, PA
05.2021

Skills

  • Emotional regulation support
  • Social skills training
  • Individualized treatment planning
  • Group therapy facilitation
  • Suicide risk assessment
  • Self-harm prevention
  • Family engagement
  • Adolescent psychology
  • Play therapy techniques

Timeline

School Based Therapist

Laurel Life
09.2024 - Current

Family Success Advocate

Catherine Hershey Schools | PA
08.2023 - 12.2023

Transition Classroom Therapist/Team Lead

Laurel Life
01.2023 - Current

Program Coordinator

Center for Champions | PA
06.2020 - 07.2023

Master's of Divinity And M.S in Psychology - Psychology

Regent University

Human Development and Family Science, Psychology

Messiah College
Julianna Karhan