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Kita Katia Yang

Educational Psychologist
Bamenda,NW

Summary

A dedicated and empathetic graduate in Educational Psychology with 3 years hands on experience as an intern guidance counselor in a secondary school and a psychologist at Hope Alive Association. Skilled in providing academic, emotional and career guidance to adolescents, fostering positive student development and supporting mental wellbeing. Experienced in conducting one-on-one counseling sessions, organizing workshops on self awareness and goal setting for a better learning environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Educational Psychologist

Hope Alive Association Cameroon
07.2022 - Current

Conduct Psychological Assessment and Diagnosis

  • Conduct comprehensive physical and psychological evaluations to understand the mental and emotional impact of abuse
  • Identify signs of trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD and other psychological conditions on students in the vocational sector of education and young girls with low levels of education.


Trauma-informed counseling and therapy

  • Counsel students and young girls who have had a past experience of trauma and abuse
  • Provide individual and group therapy to help survivors process their experiences in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
  • Day-to-day counseling with company staff and management of occupational hazards.


Crisis intervention

  • Respond to acute psychological crisis, including panic attacks, suicidal thoughts or emotional breakdowns.




Assistant Guidance Counselor

Government Bilingual High School Bayelle
01.2022 - 06.2022

Academic Guidance

  • Help students set academic goals and plan their course selection.
  • Monitor academic progress and provide support or intervention when students are struggling.
  • Assist Students in developing effective study habits and time management skills.


Career Counseling

  • Provide information on career pathways, higher education and vocational options.
  • Help students with college application, scholarship searches and entrance examination preparation.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Educational Psychology (minor in English Language)

University of Bamenda
Bamenda
04.2001 -

Skills

Parent-teacher collaboration

Effective instructional strategies

Child development

Career counseling

Communication and Interpersonal skills

Conflict Resolution

Crisis Management

Problem-solving skills

Timeline

Educational Psychologist

Hope Alive Association Cameroon
07.2022 - Current

Assistant Guidance Counselor

Government Bilingual High School Bayelle
01.2022 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Educational Psychology (minor in English Language)

University of Bamenda
04.2001 -
Kita Katia YangEducational Psychologist