April Mendyka, MA, LPC

Experience

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  Michigan State University

  Jan 2012 - Jun 2012

  Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Personality Psychology

  As a TA for Dr. Kosloff, I completed various clerical tasks, such as obtaining testing forms, copying documents, assembling exam booklets, administering exams, and promptly scoring essay examinations for 100+ students. I provided clarification throughout lectures to ensure maximum learning for students. I accommodated students with disabilities by providing individualized services and materials. I offered convenient office hours for students who needed further clarification.

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  Michigan State University

  Sept 2012 - May 2013

  I decreased the workload for Dr. Joseph Cesario by obtaining testing forms, copying documents, assembling exam booklets, and administering exams. I provided feedback during weekly collaboration with Dr. Cesario to ensure quality presentations for students. I accommodated students with disabilities by providing individualized services and materials. I provided education during convenient office hours to students who needed further clarification, as well as administered make-up exams. I promptly scored essay examinations for 150+ students and entered grades into a database. Show less

  • Neighborhood Informant Study Lab Aide

    Sept 2011 - May 2013

  • Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Social Psychology

    Aug 2012 - Jan 2013

  • Cognitive Development Lab Aide

    Sept 2012 - Dec 2012
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  SandCastles Grief Support Program

  May 2016 - May 2017

  Counseling Intern

  By running individual grief support groups, I provided emotional support to children and adolescents and facilitated a healthy healing process by developing grief-related activity plans. My expertise was welcomed during briefings and debriefings to ensure each child's needs were being met.

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  Judson Center

  Jan 2017 - Jul 2020

  Provided individual and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults with diagnosable mental health disorders using solution-focused, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and EMDR-inspired interventions. I thoroughly conducted biopsychosocial assessments, develop strength-based treatment plans and complete referrals based on client needs (i.e. case management, CLS/respite, peer support). I utilized crisis-intervention techniques and assist in safety planning for high-risk clients. I was trained in care coordination and care management to promote self-care within an integrated health setting. Show less

  • Outpatient Therapist

    Sept 2017 - Jul 2020

  • Mental Health Intern

    Jan 2017 - Aug 2017
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  Wentworth & Associates, P.C.

  Jan 2020 - Nov 2021

  Psychotherapist

  Provided assessment and treatment for children, adolescents, and adults using trauma-informed and evidence-based interventions

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  EMPWR Transformative Therapy

  Dec 2021 - now

  Owner

  Empowering women to do deep, inner healing so they can live with greater harmony and balance.