Sample MFT Intern Résumé
Summary of Qualifications
BBS Registered Intern eager to collaborate with other mental health professionals to provide
comprehensive and holistic treatment to clients struggling with pervasive disorders.
Extensive knowledge working with severely and chronically mentally ill adults and children
Demonstrated skills in creating and implementing effective and individualized treatment plans
Experience with Department of Mental Health standards and paperwork
Foundational coursework and training in Cognitive-Behavioral and Family Systems Therapy
Education
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology; Malibu, CA
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology May 2010
Emphasis: Marriage and Family Therapy
Any University; City, ST
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology December 2007
Minor in Human Development
Professional Experience
ABC Community Mental Health; City, ST
Marriage and Family Therapy Trainee/Intern September 2009 - Present
Provide individual therapy to clients diagnosed with variety of presenting problems including
Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
Co-facilitate domestic violence and anger management groups to provide psycho-education and
increase insight into maladaptive coping mechanisms
Conduct phone intakes and refer clients to appropriate resources based on individual needs
Maintain progress notes for all clients to ensure proper documentation of session content and
interventions
The QRS Preparatory School; City, ST
Marriage and Family Therapy Trainee September 2009 - January 2010
Counseled adolescents ages 13-17 by providing support and assistance with life transitions,
academic planning and interpersonal difficulties
Implemented individualized educational goals and objectives to enhance student responsibility,
accountability and independence
Collaborated with teachers, occupational therapists and student advisors to form engaging
multidisciplinary team
Dio Intern, IMF# 123456
1234 Waves Blvd., Malibu, CA 90018 (310) 555-5555 [email protected]
Dio Intern, IMF# 123456
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Professional Experience, continued
Any Agency; City, ST
Behavior Care Provider February 2008 - September 2009
Utilized behavior therapy techniques with children ages 3-9 with severe emotional disturbances,
autistic spectrum disorders, and developmental delays to foster self-awareness
Processed disruptive and self-injurious behaviors with children to ensure safety and cultivate
healthier coping skills
Teamed with special education teachers and parents to increase consistency between classroom
and home interventions
Professional Organizations
Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society January 2005 Present
American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists January 2009 Present
Sample MFT Trainee Résumé
Trent Trainee
123 4th Street Any Town, CA 99999 Home (123) 555-1212 Cell (123) 555-3434
mft_trainee@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position as an MFT Trainee working with adolescents struggling with chemical dependency
EDUCATION
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology; Los Angeles, CA
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy May 2013
University of Any School; City, ST
Bachelor of Science in Psychology May 2010
Summa Cum Laude
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Clinical Management of Psychopathology Techniques of Counseling and Psychotherapy
Cross-Cultural Counseling Substance Abuse Evaluation and Treatment
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Any School; City, ST
Teacher Aide September 2010 Present
Document emotional, cognitive and social development of children to determine age-appropriate behavior
Facilitate parent conferences to assist with strained family relations and effects on children’s well-being
Observe and refer children with disabilities to special educational programs to ensure optimal treatment
Any Agency; City, ST
Volunteer March 2007 January 2008
Provided empathic support and safe environment for adolescent females to discuss high-risk behaviors such as
drug use, teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections
Integrated intercultural communication component into teambuilding activities to enhance sensitivity and
cohesion among youth
Mentored group of four teenagers by modeling healthy coping skills during times of conflict and distress
Educated youth on importance of academia, social support and spirituality in goal achievement
Any Agency; City, ST
Tutor March 2005 September 2006
Practiced patience, understanding, and persistence to help defiant children thrive in academic settings
Alleviated test anxiety by teaching students guided imagery relaxation and breathing techniques
Assisted students with meeting educational goals by reviewing lessons and teaching basic math and reading skills
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
ABC Group; City, ST
Marketing Assistant November 2006 January 2008
Teamed with graphic designers to develop design elements and public image for company
Revamped marketing materials to build brand awareness and effectively disseminate company messaging
Managed daily administrative duties such as distributing mail, answering phones and scheduling
Trent Trainee
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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE (continued)
ABC Store; City, ST
Beauty Technician May 2003 January 2005
Built trusting relationships with customers by recommending best product for client needs
Provided knowledge and shared expertise with clients and sales associates on product use
Consistently exceeded sales goals by 150% every quarter and averaged monthly revenue of $10,000
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology, Member 2010 Present
California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists, Pre-licensed Member 2010 Present
American Psychological Association, Student Affiliate 2010 Present
LANGUAGES
Fluent in Russian
Conversational German
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Filemaker, DataFlex, People Soft, Panorama and DataEase
Sample Psychology Résumé
Maynard Therapist
123 E. 25
th
Street • Los Angeles, CA 90011 • 310-888-8888 graduate.student@pepperdine.edu
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and
mental dysfunctions
Trained to distinguish aspects of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and
interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and assessment and treatment of behavioral and
affective disorders
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
EDUCATION
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology, Los Angeles, CA
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy June 2012
University of Any School, City, ST
Bachelor of Science in Psychology May 2007
CERTIFICATIONS
Domestic Violence Prevention and Treatment June 2010
Substance Abuse Detection and Treatment April 2010
Eating Disorders Treatment and Relapse Prevention October 2009
First Aid and CPR October 2008
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluent in spoken Spanish and proficient in written Spanish
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Any Agency, City, ST
After School Therapist/Trainee January 2011 Present
Conduct sensory and motor skill integration and behavior therapy with children ages 3 9 with special needs,
including severe emotional disturbances, autistic spectrum disorders, and developmental delays to foster development
and self-awareness
Incorporate activities such as gardening, art, and swimming to increase socialization and sensory awareness
Process acting-out behaviors with children to cultivate coping skills and to promote verbalization
Collaborate with special education teachers to ensure consistency between classroom and afterschool programs
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Continued)
Any Agency, City, ST
Practicum, MFT Trainee September 2010 Present
Provide individual, group, couples, and family therapy for clients with variety of presenting problems to improve
interpersonal relationships
Co-facilitate domestic violence and at-risk youth group resulting in lower rates of recidivism and increased school
performance
Conduct phone intakes and refer clients to appropriate resources in order to address needs
Maintain progress notes for all clients to ensure proper documentation of session content and interventions
Complete paperwork to enable clients to satisfy court and/or agency requirements
ABC Resources, City, ST
Research Analyst
January 2009 September 2010
Formatted surveys to obtain crucial patient-satisfaction information
Analyzed survey results providing statistical scores, charts and graphs to better understand strengths and weaknesses
at medical facility
Developed customer satisfaction reports to teach medical faculty what service areas need improvement
Any University, City, ST
Teacher Assistant September 2009 May 2010
Co-taught introductory psychology course to university freshmen to expand students’ knowledge of subject matter
Collaborated with colleagues and professors to successfully follow set curriculum and to provide feedback to students
Participated in weekly meetings with professor and other teaching assistants to discuss past lectures, review pending
syllabus, and prepare for following classes
Observed and critiqued by professor to improve teaching style
Any Laboratory, City, ST
Research Assistant August 2006 May 2009
Analyzed intervention strategies for couples and families facing health crises, resulting in development of empirically-
based treatments
Researched relevant literature and publications on couples’ health and compiled reports in order to expedite research
processes
Conducted data entry using SPSS to further research on role of ironic processes in couples’ health
PRESENTATION
Therapist, Maynard. (2005, March). California Technology Assistance Project. Presentation at Emerging Trends Conference, San
Diego, CA.
Sample Psychology MA Résumé
Dex Pepperdine
123 4th Street Any Town, CA 99999 Home (123) 555-1212 Cell (123) 555-3434
dex.pepperdine@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a Research Assistant position focusing on the impact of family violence on adolescents
EDUCATION
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology; Los Angeles, CA
Master of Arts in Psychology
May 2012
University of Any School; City, ST
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
May 2010
Summa Cum Laude
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Psychological Research and Statistics
Clinical and Evaluation Research Methods
Social Psychology
Individual and Family Development: A Life Cycle Approach
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Any School; City, ST
Teacher Aide
September 2010 Present
Document emotional, cognitive and social development of children to determine age-appropriate behavior
Facilitate parent conferences to assist with strained family relations and effects on children’s well-being
Observe and refer children with disabilities to special educational programs to ensure optimal treatment
Any Laboratory; City, ST
Research Assistant to Psychology Department
September 2008 December 2009
Analyzed intervention strategies for couples and families facing health crises, resulting in development of
empirically-based treatments
Researched relevant literature and publications on couples’ health, and compiled reports in order to expedite
research process
Conducted data entry using SPSS to further research role of ironic processes in couples’ health
Any Agency; City, ST
Volunteer
March 2007 January 2008
Provided empathic support and safe environment for adolescent females to discuss high-risk behaviors such as
drug use, teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections
Integrated intercultural communication component into team building activities to enhance sensitivity and
cohesion among youth
Mentored group of four teenagers by modeling healthy coping skills during times of conflict and distress
Any Agency; City, ST
Tutor
March 2005 September 2006
Practiced patience, understanding, and persistence to help defiant children thrive in academic settings
Alleviated test anxiety by teaching students guided imagery relaxation and breathing techniques
Assisted students with meeting educational goals by reviewing lessons and teaching math and reading skills
Dex Pepperdine
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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
The XYZ Firm; City, ST
Marketing Assistant
May 2003 January 2005
Teamed with graphic designers to develop design elements and public image for company
Revamped marketing materials to build brand awareness and effectively disseminate company messaging
Managed daily administrative duties such as distributing mail, answering phones and scheduling
QRS Store; City, ST
Beauty Technician
April 2003 July 2004
Built trusting relationships with customers by recommending best product for client needs
Provided knowledge and shared expertise with clients and sales associates on product use
Consistently exceeded sales goals by 150% every quarter and averaged monthly revenue of $10,000
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
2010 Present
2010 Present
LANGUAGES
Fluent in Russian
Conversational German
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office, SPSS/PASW, Filemaker, DataFlex, PeopleSoft, Raiser’s Edge and DataEase
Sample Psy.D. Curriculum Vitae
PEDRO PEPPRO
888 Street #22 ~ Los Angeles, CA 90000 ~ (737) 333-2222 ~ pedro.peppro@pepperdine.edu
EDUCATION
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology, Los Angeles, CA
Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, an APA accredited Psy.D. program May 2011
Dissertation: Depression amongst psychologists and the impact on clients( Chairperson: Albert C.G. Freud, Ph.D.)
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology, Los Angeles, CA
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy May 2009
Bavarian University, Kalamazoo, MI
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology May 2006
CLINCAL EXPERIENCE
Any Agency, City, ST
Doctoral Practicum Externship/Trainee January 2010 Present
Supervisor: Cari Bion, Psy.D.
Conduct sensory and motor skill integration and behavior therapy with children age 3 to 9 with special needs,
including severe emotional disturbances, autistic spectrum disorders, and developmental delays to foster further
development and self-awareness
Incorporate activities such as gardening, art, and swimming in order to increase socialization and sensory
awareness
Process “acting-out” behaviors with children to cultivate coping skills and to promote verbalization
Collaborate with special education teachers to promote consistency between classroom and after-school program
and provide comprehensive treatment to children
Any Agency, City, ST
Doctoral Practicum Externship/Trainee January 2008 December 2009
Supervisor: Irvin McGoldrick, Ph.D.
Provided individual, group, couples, and family therapy for clients with variety of problems; recommended
techniques to improve interpersonal relationships and job performance
Conducted phone intakes and referred clients to appropriate resources to address needs
Maintained thorough progress notes for all clients to ensure proper documentation of session content and
interventions
Completed extensive amounts of paperwork to enable clients to satisfy court and/or agency requirements
Co-facilitated domestic violence and at-risk youth group which resulted in lower rates of recidivism and increased
school performance
Any Agency, City, ST
Case Manager June 2008 Present
Provide case management to children and families diagnosed with HIV/AIDS to improve quality of life
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings with medical teams at local hospitals to
provide comprehensive treatment to children and families
Collaborate with hospitals, schools, and DCFS in order to provide psycho-education regarding
socio-emotional, economic, and physical needs of children and families
Conduct intake interviews, formulate treatment plans, and conduct in-home and in-hospital case management to
children and families to improve adjustment
PEDRO PEPPRO
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RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
ABC Resources, City, ST
Research Analyst June 2006 June 2008
Formatted surveys to obtain patient satisfaction information
Analyzed survey results providing statistical scores, charts and graphs to better understand strengths and
weaknesses at medical facility
Developed customer satisfaction reports to teach medical facility what service areas need improvement
Any Laboratory, City, ST
Research Assistant to Psychology Department August 2005 May 2006
Analyzed intervention strategies for couples and families facing health crises resulting in development of
empirically-based treatments
Researched relevant literature and publications on couples’ health, and compiled reports in order to expedite
research process
Conducted data entry using SPSS in order to further research on role of ironic processes in couples’ health
Any School, City, ST
Student Assistant to Psychology Department September 2003 May 2004
Provided research support for study on cognitive aging in senior citizens
Recruited and oriented participants on experiment
Assisted with drafting and editing research articles
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Any School, City, ST
Part-Time Psychology Lecturer September 2010 Present
Develop and implement new methods of teaching to reflect changes in research
Provide consultation period for students outside scheduled class periods for questions and other matters relating to
course
Deliver thought-provoking lectures and engaging seminars for class size of 25 students
Any School, City, ST
Part-Time Psychology Lecturer September 2009 June 2010
Taught guided lessons to model questioning, clarification, and problem solving techniques within psychotherapy
Evaluated student progress and wrote recommendations for further student development
Encouraged active learning by creating projects where students planned and taught lesson of their own choosing
to class
Adapted and created assessments from which students can learn and retain information
ASSESSMENT TRAINING
Emotional & Personality Assessment
o MMPI-2; TAT; HTP; RISB; Rorschach
o Test administration, interpretation and report writing
Cognitive & Neuropsychological Assessment
o WISC; WAIS-IV; COWAT; RAVLT; Trailmaking Test; Bender Visual-Moto Gestalt
o Test administration, interpretation and report writing
PEDRO PEPPRO
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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Local Organization, Los Angeles, CA
Crisis Counselor May 2007 Present
Institute 16 week domestic violence model, and conduct sessions providing crisis intervention and safety planning
Provide problem solving advice, information and referrals, education and prevention strategies for people in crisis
VA Hospital, Los Angeles, CA
Volunteer Assistant January 2008 December 2009
Assisted in staffing events for community outreach programs and fairs
Coordinated with community education director regarding events and special projects
Assisted patients and families at information desk, providing directional assistance to patient rooms
LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Psychological Association, Student Affiliate August 2007 Present
Psi Chi, The National Honors Society in Psychology, Member June 2008 Present
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
Peppro, P. (2009, April). When the spelling of a name is reversed: Does Anyone Notice? Poster presented at meeting
of Rocky Mountain Psychological Association, Reno, NV.
Peppro, P. & Psychologist, F. (2010, October). Depression in young adults between 18 and 30, prevention
and solutions. Presentation conducted at conference of California Association of Marriage & Family
Therapists, Los Angeles, CA.
PUBLICATION
Peppro, Pedro. (2010). “Major Depressive Disorder and its Effects upon Caloric Intake” Journal of Gastropulicans.
New York: Springer Science Media, Inc.
WORKSHOPS & SEMINARS
“Religious Perspectives on Counseling in the African American Community” January 2011
J.D. Winnicott, Ph.D. Pepperdine University, Los Angeles, CA
“Addressing Cultural Issues in Therapy” January 2011
Molly Coupy, Ph.D. XYZ International Institute, San Diego, CA
Sample Psychology Functional Résumé
Sally Functional
1234 Some St. ~ City, CA 90001 ~ (123) 345-0987 ~ (123) 564-2093 ~ functional@college.edu
EDUCATION
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology; Los Angeles, CA
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy May 2009
Sonoma State University; Rohnert Park, CA
Bachelor of Arts in English, Teaching emphasis May 2005
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Substance Abuse Evaluation and Treatment Assessment for Marriage and Family Therapists
Psychopharmacology Cross-Cultural Counseling
RELEVANT PROJECT
Effects of Alcohol on Middle Schoolers, Substance Abuse Evaluation and Treatment April 2007
Collaborated with team to research effects of alcohol abuse on middle school students and their ability
to function during day classes
Compiled data into comprehensive report with findings and suggestions for further research
opportunities
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
COUNSELING
Provide individual, group, couples, and family therapy for clients with variety of presenting problems to
improve interpersonal relationships and job performance
Process acting-out behaviors with children to cultivate coping skills and to promote verbalization
Conducted phone intakes and referred clients to appropriate resources in order to address their needs
RESEARCH
Analyze intervention strategies for couples and families facing health crises resulting in development of
empirically-based treatments
Researched relevant literature and publications on couples’ health and compiled reports in order to
expedite research process
Conducted data entry using SPSS in order to further research on role of ironic processes in couples’
health
ADMINISTRATIVE
Maintain progress notes for all clients to ensure proper documentation of session content and
interventions
Met regularly with variety of agency colleagues to increase consistency between agency programs in
order to provide comprehensive and streamlined services
Compiled monthly statistical reports for management team
Created and maintained websites to advertise agency’s services and programs
WORK HISTORY
Practicum, MFT Trainee ABC Agency, Inglewood, CA 2007-Present
Intake Counselor Some Agency Somewhere, Los Angeles, CA 2006-2007
Research Assistant Testing Laboratory, Rohnert Park, CA 2005-2006
Functional Resume Sample
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VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
Big Sister with Big Brother/Big Sister Program 2005-Present
Boys and Girls Club
SKILLS
Computer: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, SPSS
Language: Knowledgeable with conversational Spanish
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
American Psychological Association Fall 2007-Present
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists Spring 2006-Present