1. Catherine Greene
5416 Beacon Hill Rd #509
Minnetonka, Minnesota, 55345
Cellular (612) 309-4217
cagreene1616@netzero.com
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Dedicated individual with excellent listening skills, ability to make sound decisions, and work both as a team member and
independently. Experience with a diverse clinical population in a variety of settings.
EDUCATION
Certificate, Marriage and Family therapy
2002
University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis, Minnesota, GPA: 3.8
M.A., Counseling Psychology
1999
University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis, Minnesota, GPA: 3.8
B.A., Liberal Studies (psychology emphasis), Minors: Music, Spanish
1993
College of St. Benedict, St. Joseph, Minnesota, GPA: 3.8 - Graduated with honors. Volunteered in campus
ministry department as part of the liturgy team, piano accompanist, big sisters, participated in respect life
committee and various service projects. Completed several courses in child development/education.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mental Health Practitioner 2014
St. David’s Center for Children and Families, Minnetonka, MN
Provided in home skills counseling to children with mental health diagnoses and their families. Worked on
goals targeted in treatment plan to help family deal effectively with disability and improve overall functioning.
Child Care Worker 2011-2014
Ridgedale YMCA
Provided care, structure, and support for children ages 6 months to 11 years in childcare setting. Planned daily
craft projects to promote creativity and learning skills.
Mental Health Practitioner 2009
St. David’s Center for Children and Families, Minnetonka, MN
Provided in home skills counseling to children with mental health diagnoses and their families. Worked on
goals targeted in treatment plan to help family deal effectively with disability and improve overall functioning.
Therapy Trainee 2008-2009
Fraser Child and Family Center, Minneapolis, MN
Worked therapeutically with preschool age children in a mental health day treatment setting. Participated with a
team of adults to provided nurturance, structured activities, skills teaching, and behavior management and
processing for children with mental health issues.
Therapeutic Skills worker 2001(intern) 2002- 2006
Family Therapy Specialists, Chaska, MN
Worked therapeutically with a variety of clients including individuals, families, single parent families, and
couples. Communicated with county social workers, colleagues, foster parents, and other community or education
professionals to provide appropriate treatment/support for clients. Participated in intensive structural family

2. training program for 18 months and Narrative training for 9 months. Consulted books, journals, and other
references to educate myself on pertinent topics related to client issues. Participated in individual and group
supervision on a weekly basis to ensure proper services to clients and expand my growth as a therapist.
Special Education Paraprofessional 2001
Edina School District, Edina, MN
Effectively supported students with LD and ADHD in a variety of classes and lessons.
Special Education Paraprofessional 1999 ~ 2000
Intermediate District 287, Plymouth, MN
Successfully participated with a team of professionals to provide structured education to students with unique
needs. Helped develop and implement behavioral plans to support students in daily activities. Trained in Applied
Behavioral Analysis therapy model to teach a student with severe autism.
Counseling Psychology Intern 1998 ~ 1999
Lakeville School District, Lakeville, MN
Provided therapeutic support to at risk students individually and in group settings. Co-facilitated social skills
group and friendship groups for students. Participated in wrap around support services for families in need.
Presented guidance lessons in classrooms K-6. Co-facilitated training program for sixth grade peer helpers. Co-
facilitated parent group for parents of children with autism.
Counseling Psychology Intern 1997 ~ 1998
Domestic Abuse Project, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Staffed phone/walk in line to conduct initial assessments of potential clients, to support people in crisis situations,
and to offer information on domestic violence, treatment options, and related concerns. Performed extensive
intake sessions with clients interested in therapy. Co-facilitated therapy group for women survivors of domestic
abuse. Attended presentations and read literature on domestic violence and legal advocacy.
Special Education Paraprofessional 1995 ~ 1997
Hopkins school District 270, Hopkins, MN
Collaborated with team of professionals to develop/implement learning strategies and goals for students in grades
K-6. Modified and adapted curriculum to fit student needs. Employed various teaching methods to foster
independence and learning progress in students. Empowered students in their educational and social roles.
Youth Counselor 1995
St. Joseph's Home for Children, Minneapolis, MN
Guided/helped children, ages 0-17, in daily personal/social activities. Accurately recorded daily observations of
children in logs. Cooperated with other staff to provide structure and safety for children.
Child Care Aide / Adaptive Recreation Specialist 1993 ~ 1999
Southdale YMCA, Edina, MN
Facilitated groups of children, ages 4-6, in academic, play, artistic, and social activities. Taught children, ages 4-
12 skills of cooperation, communication, and respect for others. Structured daily activities to help10 year old boy
with autism cope in busy recreational program. Communicated with team of staff to assess and create recreational
programming. Trained and guided new staff in child care counselor/adaptive recreation roles. Developed and
implemented music curriculum for kindergarten program which resulted in annual concert and music activities for
elementary level children.
Youth Counselor Intern 1993
St. Cloud Children's Home, St. Cloud, MN
Taught residents, ages 12-17, life skills using Boys Town model of teaching interactions. Guided residents in daily
educational, household, and social activities. Facilitated and co-facilitated daily peer group meetings. Met with
residents individually to teach new skills, encourage self-evaluation, and set personal goals. Participated in
weekly team meetings to assess progress and needs of residents in treatment. Assisted staff to deal effectively and
safely in crisis situations.

3. TRAINING
• ¥ • Structural Family Therapy Training, Family Therapy Specialists, 2001 ~ 2002 - Intensive training
in structural approach to marriage and family therapy. Included observation and participation in live therapy
utilizing a one way mirror, reflecting teams, videos taping, and supervision throughout client sessions.
• ¥ • Didactic Training Sessions, Family Therapy Specialists, 2002 ~ 2002 - Participated in several
didactic training sessions covering the topics of structural therapy, clients with borderline personality disorder,
spirituality in therapy, and couples therapy approach of John Gottman, Ph.D.
• ¥ • Various workshops in child/family therapy and play therapy
• ¥ • Intensive training in narrative approach to therapy 2003-2004
• ¥ • Various trainings in working with children with special needs
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE/AFFILIATIONS
• ¥ • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist # 1349
• ¥ • Member, Minnesota Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
• ¥ • Member of Association for Play Therapy