Melisa Mbero

Warm, approachable, and culturally sensitive Student Counsellor with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. I excel at creating safe and supportive environments that encourage open communication and personal growth. Eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization by providing expert counseling services and promoting mental health wellness.

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Counselling Intern (Part-Time) 2025
Delivered psychological services to students and scholars (Grades 8–12), including academic, personal, and career counselling, as well as psychotherapy. Built strong therapeutic relationships in a virtual setting, providing crisis intervention and support through online platforms. Maintained confidential client records securely, monitored progress, and made appropriate referrals. Participated in case presentations, individual and group supervision, administrative duties, and conducted research to inform clinical practice.

Preschool Teacher 2023
Planned, implemented, and supervised a licensed preschool program, preparing weekly curriculum and lesson plans tailored to early childhood development. Fostered a strong, supportive school community through collaboration with peers, students, and families. Prioritized documentation of children’s learning and tracked individual developmental needs. Worked closely with the teaching team to strengthen foundational education and maintained open, daily communication with parents and caregivers regarding each child's progress and areas for improvement.

Community Director – SHAWCO 2019
Coordinated community operations and led teams of volunteers to implement educational and development projects in schools. Provided training and ongoing support to community members and volunteers. Offered academic support to students and managed SHAWCO's social media platforms to promote the organization’s work and enhance community engagement.

I completed a Bachelor of Social Science at the University of Caoe Town in 2022