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Psychologist

Roland Maloney

Kairos Counselling Services
BRIDGETOWN
Roland Maloney

Timeline

Senior Mental Health and Addiction Counsellor

Substance Abuse Foundation Inc.
11.2022 - CurrentRead More

The University of The West Indies

Postgraduate Diploma from Loss, Grief And Trauma Management
2022 - 2023Read More

Offsite Clinical Supervisor

University Of The West Indies - Cave Hill Campus
08.2022 - CurrentRead More

School Counselor

Ministry Of Education, Technological And Vocational Training
06.2021 - CurrentRead More

Counselling Psychologist

Kairos Counselling Services
01.2021 - CurrentRead More

The University of The West Indies

Master of Science from Counselling Psychology (Distinction)
2019 - 2021Read More

The University of The West Indies

Bachelor of Science from Psychology With Social Work (Hons)
08.2004 - 10.2010Read More

Work History

Senior Mental Health and Addiction Counsellor

3 Years 11 Months
Substance Abuse Foundation Inc. | 11.2022 - Current

Offsite Clinical Supervisor

4 Years 2 Months
University Of The West Indies - Cave Hill Campus | 08.2022 - Current

School Counselor

5 Years 4 Months
Ministry Of Education, Technological And Vocational Training | BRIDGETOWN | 06.2021 - Current

In an effort to address the mental health needs of the students and staff at the primary schools, I provide socio-emotional and behavioural support through individual, group and class level interventions to those experiencing challenges and need therapeutic intervention.

Counselling Psychologist

5 Years 9 Months
Kairos Counselling Services | BRIDGETOWN | 01.2021 - Current
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated developmental outreach programs, presentations, workshops and other activities to facilitate patient growth.
  • Listened to patients' concerns, instructed on stress-management techniques, adjustment strategies for life changes, how to live normal lives and ways to improve relationships.
  • Delivered psychoeducation workshops for clients, families, and community members to increase mental health awareness.
  • Consulted with external agencies and professionals to coordinate care and advocate on behalf of clients'' needs.
  • Implemented self-care strategies into treatment plans, empowering clients to take control of their own well-being journey.
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
  • Met regularly with other counselors to assess individual cases and coordinate counseling services.
  • Enhanced group therapy sessions for more effective communication and conflict resolution skills development.
  • Scheduled, organized and delivered comprehensive presentations on effective treatment of depression, anxiety, anger and cognitive-behavioral skills to manage negative emotions.
  • Established successful outreach programs to build strong working relationships with family practices, health and wellness staff members and management personnel.
  • Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
  • Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
5
years of professional experience
10
years of post-secondary education

Member of the Barbados Society of Psychology and is a registered Counselling Psychologist who specializes in Loss, Greif, and Trauma management. Pass president of the Pride of Barbados Optimist Club and past Vice President of Men Empowerment Network Support. I live by the motto that “Giving Up is Not an Option.”

Education

Postgraduate Diploma - Loss, Grief And Trauma Management

The University of The West Indies | Mona Campus | 2022 - 2023

Master of Science - Counselling Psychology (Distinction)

The University of The West Indies | Cave Hill Campus | 2019 - 2021

Bachelor of Science - Psychology With Social Work (Hons)

The University of The West Indies | Cave Hill Campus | 08.2004 - 10.2010

Skills

Counselling skills
Knowledge in behavioral monitoring and modification
psychological testing
and rehabilitation techniques. Ability to provide individual psychotherapy and facilitate group therapy sessions. Program planning and implementation. Understanding of professional boundaries and keeping client information confidential.
Leadership skills and ability to motivate
Vice President of the Men Empowerment Network Support
Past President of the St. Ambrose Primary School Alumni Association
Past President of the Pride of Barbados Optimist Club
Past Vice President of the Pride of Barbados Optimist Club
Voted valedictorian of the Advanced and Basic Family Life and Peer Counselling training program.
Strong verbal and communication skills
Former member of the University of the West Indies Debating Society.
Former member of the Bridgetown Toastmasters Club
Former Public Relations Officer for the Cave Hill Association of Postgraduate Students
Computer literate
The use and application of Information Technology
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