Kayla Hracho
Blandon,PA
Summary
Compassionate professional experienced in facilitating psychoeducational sessions and employing evidence-based strategies. Known for excellent problem-solving abilities and a commitment to fostering safe environments for clients facing emotional challenges.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
B&K Counseling
West Palm Beach, FL
05.2025 - Current
- Facilitating psychoeducational and process groups focused on victim impact, accountability, empathy development, and relapse prevention.
- Conducting client assessments and developing treatment plans.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (probation/parole, supervisors, clinicians) to support treatment goals
- Utilizing trauma-informed care principles when working with individuals who have experienced significant adverse life events or stressors.
- Empowered clients to develop effective communication strategies and healthy boundaries within relationships through skill-building exercises.
Head Crisis Interventionist
KidsPeace
Reading, PA
01.2013 - 06.2015
- Facilitated crisis intervention sessions for children facing emotional distress.
- Implemented evidence-based strategies to de-escalate crisis situations effectively.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions as needed to enhance outcomes.
- Reduced the frequency of crisis situations by providing ongoing support and resources to clients in need.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment among staff members, promoting teamwork during high-pressure situations.
Residential Counselor Intern
Wediko Children's Services
Windsor, NH
06.2012 - 01.2013
- Supported emotional and behavioral development of children through structured activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Assisted in crisis intervention, employing de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and enhance treatment strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, Florida05-2026
Skills
- Risk evaluation
- Verbal de-escalation
- Child and adolescent counseling
- Motivational interviewing
- Crisis intervention
- Group therapy
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Adaptable
- Leadership development
Timeline
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
B&K Counseling
05.2025 - Current
Head Crisis Interventionist
KidsPeace
01.2013 - 06.2015
Residential Counselor Intern
Wediko Children's Services
06.2012 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Nova Southeastern University