AMANDA G THOMPSON

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650.430.4904 | agrovethompson@gmail.com | linkedin.com/in/agrovethompson

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SUMMARY

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), specializing in trauma-informed and creative therapeutic interventions for adolescents and transitional-aged youth. Experienced across diverse clinical settings, including school wellness centers, county behavioral health, and residential treatment facilities. Demonstrated skill in advocacy and culturally responsive treatment approaches for underserved populations. Committed to applying a social justice framework while delivering compassionate, effective mental health care to clients with a range of presenting concerns.

 

EDUCATION

Master of Science, Clinical Psychology (MFT & LPCC Concentrations)
Notre Dame de Namur University | Graduated magna cum laude, 3.9 GPA | 12/2024

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (Minor in Education)

University of California, Davis

 

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE 

San Mateo County | Behavioral Health Recovery Services | YTAC | San Mateo, CA                                             08/2024 - 12/2024

Clinical Intern

• Delivered individual therapy and case management for diverse adolescents and young adults at risk of psychiatric hospitalization, homelessness, and substance misuse.

• Advocated for clients within complex systems, connecting them with community resources and support services.

• Facilitated creative group therapy sessions focused on social skills and community integration.

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across medical, educational, and social services for comprehensive client care.

• Participated in intensive weekly trainings on cultural competence, trauma-informed care, and systems collaboration.

 

San Mateo Union High School | Wellness Center | San Mateo, CA                                                                  09/2023 - 06/2024

Wellness Counselor

• Provided individual therapy and case management, addressing mental health challenges and family dynamics.

• Developed innovative therapeutic interventions tailored to adolescent needs and cultural backgrounds.

• Managed crisis situations, advocating for students and coordinating with external agencies for additional support.

• Collaborated with school staff to enhance student well-being through tailored support plans.

• Maintained confidential records in compliance with FERPA and ethical guidelines.

 

Sequoia Union High School District | Counseling & Advocacy for Teens | Woodside, CA                                      06/2010 - 06/2011

Marriage and Family Therapy Trainee

• Conducted individual therapy addressing academic, social, and emotional challenges for students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Co-led a weekly support group, facilitating dynamic discussions on peer relationships and self-esteem.

• Advocated for underserved students by connecting them with appropriate resources and support services.

• Collaborated with school staff to develop culturally-responsive treatment plans.

• Administered assessments to monitor emotional and behavioral progress, contributing to program evaluation.

 

Center for Discovery and Adolescent Change, Menlo Park, CA                                                                                    2006 - 2011

Residential Counselor

• Supported adolescents in a residential treatment facility for eating disorders and co-occurring conditions through supervision and structured interventions.

• Led group therapy sessions on self-esteem, life skills, and recovery strategies, while also facilitating structured recreational activities to support treatment goals.

• Maintained clinical documentation and monitored vital signs and weight trends to assist in treatment planning.

• Helped ensure nutritional adherence by preparing meals under dietitian guidance and providing meal support.

 

 

EDUCATION & STUDENT SUPPORT EXPERIENCE

Notre Dame de Namur University | PPOHA Grant | E3@NDNU | Belmont, CA                                                     01/2025 - PRESENT
Activity Manager

• Develop and implement student success initiatives, including mentorship, career development, and financial assistance programs.

• Supervise and train Graduate Student Success Coaches, emphasizing inclusive practices and a student-centered approach.

• Partner with faculty, university leadership, and student services to expand academic support strategies.

• Manage academic support and financial assistance efforts within the School of Education to help students complete credentialing requirements.

• Enhance mentorship resources and guidance within the School of Psychology for students pursuing clinical licensure.

 

Notre Dame de Namur University | Academic Success Center (Gellert Library) | Belmont, CA                                 03/2024 - 12/2024

Reference Assistant and Support Mentor

• Offered individualized support to students, faculty, and staff, assisting with technical troubleshooting, academic resources, and connecting them to the appropriate campus services.

• Assisted visitors with database navigation and other academic needs, ensuring access to relevant information and support.

• Contributed to a student-led initiative promoting diversity and community engagement, supporting its development and outreach efforts.

• Oversaw library operations, including resource checkouts, collection maintenance, and event support.

 

Wings Learning Center, Redwood City, CA                                                                                   2008; August 2009 - June 2010

Instructional Aide

• Assisted middle school students with autism spectrum disorders in both academic and life skills development.

• Crafted engaging learning activities adapted to diverse sensory and communication needs.

• Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs and documented progress in alignment with IEPs.

 

ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

GoodRx & RxSaver, Remote & Austin, TX                                                                                                                   2020 - 2022

Business Analyst - Core Network Analytics; Finance

• Conducted data analysis on user behavior, financial trends, and marketing performance to support strategic decision-making.

• Developed interactive Looker dashboards and wrote SQL queries to track key performance metrics and generate stakeholder insights.

• Validated and maintained large datasets, ensuring accuracy and reliability in external partner reporting.

 

RxSaver by RetailMeNot, Austin, TX                                                                                                                         2018 - 2020

Software Quality Assurance Engineer

• Owned and led end-to-end, integration, and regression test automation, ensuring product stability and efficiency.

• Led the transition to Cypress, creating and maintaining test scripts to enhance coverage and streamline releases.

• Performed API testing in Postman, validating endpoints and ensuring seamless integration across services.

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to identify risks, enhance test planning, and optimize automation tools.

• Worked closely with software engineers to improve test coverage, deployment efficiency, and automation strategies.

 

99designs | Payment and Risk Management | San Francisco & Remote                                                                          2011 - 2017

Senior Fraud Analyst, Team Lead

• Investigated fraud risks and developed real-time tracking systems using MySQL and RedShift to detect anomalies.

• Led multi-currency payment provider onboarding, assessing financial risk and ensuring data integrity.

• Partnered with engineers to enhance fraud prevention models, test security features, and optimize workflows.

• Managed fraud software vendors and mentored junior analysts, improving team expertise and fraud detection strategies.

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CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS​

• California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) | Member

• Mentor Collective | Certified Student Success Mentor (2024)

• Psi Chi – International Honor Society in Psychology (Inducted 2004) | Member