Mariana Pinheiro
Randwick,Australia
Summary
Experienced Child and Adolescent Counsellor with a strong history at MP Counselling & Wellbeing Services, specialising in cognitive behavioural therapy and neurofeedback training. Demonstrated success in enhancing family dynamics and individual resilience, leading to significant improvements in emotional regulation and focus. Bilingual in English and Portuguese, bringing exceptional skills in conflict resolution and emergency management. Career aspirations include further advancing therapeutic practices to support youth mental health.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Contact Supervisor
Family Ties
09.2024 - Current
- Supervise private contact visits, changeovers, and transportation for private clients and children in care
- Ensure children’s safety and emotional well-being during contact sessions
- Provide impartial, detailed reports on contact visits and changeovers
- Build rapport and meaningful connections with both children and parents
- Handle conflicts or emergencies calmly and professionally
Child and Adolescent Counsellor | Parent Coach | Neurofeedback Trainer| Counsellor
MP Counselling & Wellbeing Services
08.2020 - Current
- Conduct individual, couples, and group therapy sessions using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques
- Facilitated therapy for children and adolescents aged 3-18.
- Facilitate neurofeedback sessions to support clients in improving emotional regulation and focus
- Guide parents and children through interactive exercises and worksheets to strengthen relationships and enhance communication
- Assist clients in recognising and reshaping mental patterns to encourage positive behavioural changes
- Build trusting therapeutic relationships to foster personal growth, resilience, and well-being
- Provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore challenges, set goals, and achieve meaningful outcomes
Child Counsellor and Parent Coach
Calm Kids Counselling and Wellbeing Services
Randwick/ Sydney, NSW
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducted therapy sessions for children and adolescents (ages 3-18).
- Supported parents facing parenting difficulties.
- Facilitated communication between parents and their children to help build strong relationships.
- Assisted families in developing positive discipline strategies for their children.
- Created individualised coaching plans for each family based on their unique needs and goals.
- Compiled comprehensive reports for NDIS client reviews.
Family Daycare Owner
My Little Cheeky Family Daycare
Randwick/ Sydney, NSW
01.2017 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for daycare staff to ensure safety of children in care.
- Organised activities such as games, arts and crafts, music, outdoor playtime, story time, field trips and other educational programs.
- Hired and trained qualified teachers to provide quality childcare services.
- Supervised all employees on a daily basis to ensure proper implementation of daycare program activities.
- Drafted monthly budget plans for operating expenses including staffing costs, supplies and materials purchases.
- Coordinated with parents or guardians regarding their child's development progress.
Education
Bachelor of Counselling -
Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP)
Sydney11.2024
Certificate in Child and Youth Counselling -
SpotED
Australia01.2022
Diploma of Counselling -
4Life College
Sydney01.2020
Certificate in Early Childhood Education -
4Life College
Sydney01.2019
Skills
- Strong organisational and management skills
- Proficient in youth psychology and family counselling
- Expertise in cognitive behavioural and trauma-informed practices
- Skilled in conflict resolution and emergency management
- Multilingual: Fluent in English and Portuguese
- Family therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Therapeutic services
Timeline
Family Contact Supervisor
Family Ties
09.2024 - Current
Child Counsellor and Parent Coach
Calm Kids Counselling and Wellbeing Services
09.2022 - 01.2024
Child and Adolescent Counsellor | Parent Coach | Neurofeedback Trainer| Counsellor
MP Counselling & Wellbeing Services
08.2020 - Current
Family Daycare Owner
My Little Cheeky Family Daycare
01.2017 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Counselling -
Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP)
Certificate in Child and Youth Counselling -
SpotED
Diploma of Counselling -
4Life College
Certificate in Early Childhood Education -
4Life College
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