Zaira Valerin Mercanti
Buenos Aires
Summary
Experienced with therapeutic techniques and client assessment in mental health counseling. Utilizes evidence-based practices to create effective treatment plans, ensuring client progress and well-being. Knowledge of crisis intervention and empathetic communication, fostering supportive environment for clients.
Experienced with guiding individuals in mindfulness practices, enhancing mental clarity and emotional balance. Utilizes effective communication and empathy to create supportive environment. Track record of fostering personal growth and resilience through tailored mindfulness techniques.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mindfulness Teacher
Independiente
01.2023 - Current
- Increased client satisfaction through tailored mindfulness exercises for stress reduction and mental clarity.
- Facilitated workshops at community events, raising awareness about the benefits of incorporating mindfulness into daily routines for improved mental health outcomes.
- Utilized various tools such as guided imagery, body scans, and mantras to deepen clients'' understanding of their own thought patterns and emotional responses.
Counselor
Independiente
01.2020 - Current
- Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution.
- Utilized various therapeutic modalities such as person-centered therapy, Systemic therapy and Family Constellations to meet the unique needs of each client.
- Promoted self-awareness among clients by encouraging introspection while exploring thoughts, feelings, behaviors, values, beliefs systems within each session.
- Fostered resilience among clients through teaching adaptive coping mechanisms, stress reduction techniques, and self-care strategies.
- Improved client coping skills through the implementation of mindfulness practices and stress management techniques.
- Continuously expanded professional knowledge by attending relevant workshops, conferences, and training events in the mental health field.
Yoga Instructor
Independant
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
Education
No Degree - Meditation
Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification
EEUU02-2023
Bachelor - Psychology
Counselor
Buenos Aires12-2019
Bachelor - Spanish Language And Literature
Universidad Del Salvador
Buenos Aires12-2014
Skills
- Compassionate communication
- Relaxation techniques
- Meditation techniques
- Positive reinforcement
- Body awareness
- Nonviolent communication
- Self-reflection
- Trauma-informed teaching
- Active listening
- Mental health support
- Self-care strategies
- Psychoeducation
- Family dynamics
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Mindfulness Teacher
Independiente
01.2023 - Current
Counselor
Independiente
01.2020 - Current
Yoga Instructor
Independant
01.2016 - 12.2019
No Degree - Meditation
Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification
Bachelor - Psychology
Counselor
Bachelor - Spanish Language And Literature
Universidad Del Salvador
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