Iliana Chatzianastasiou
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Part Time, Creative Arts Psychotherapist
Epineio Institute
09.2024 - Current
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Guided families through conflict resolution processes using systemic family therapy approaches designed to promote positive change and growth.
- Guided patients through exploration of personal trauma, resulting in significant emotional healing.
Event Organiser
Self Employed Services
01.2017 - Current
- Self-empoyed, organising dance performances and creative workshops in Thessaloniki
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Increased event attendance by strategically marketing and promoting events through various channels.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling unforeseen challenges, ensuring events proceeded smoothly despite unexpected obstacles.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
Dance Movement Psychotherapist
East London Foundation Trust
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Offering individual and group sessions for service users on inpatient and community settings
- Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
- Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, effectively addressing acute emotional distress and preventing harm to self or others.
- Maintained detailed clinical records and documentation, ensuring accurate tracking of client progress and adherence to legal requirements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients, resulting in more effective treatment strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention for individuals at risk, ensuring immediate safety and follow-up care.
Mental Health Mentor
Streetz Ahead Performing Arts Charity
04.2022 - 07.2022
Trainee Dance Movement Psychotherapist
East London Foundation Trust
10.2021 - 07.2022
SEN Teaching Assistant
"Merimna Paidiou" Elementary School
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
Dance Teacher
Viva Dance & Fitness Studio
09.2015 - 07.2020
Group Leader and Activities Co-ordinator
Skouras Sports Summer Camp
07.2014 - 08.2017
Education
MA - Dance Movement Psychotherapy
Goldsmiths, University of London
06.2022
BSc - Special Education & Social Policies
University of Macedonia
09.2019
Skills
- Emotional awareness
- Group facilitation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Effective communication
Interests
Arts
Creative Direction
Photography
Mental health
Human Rights
Community Wellbeing
Languages
Greek
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
German
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Part Time, Creative Arts Psychotherapist
Epineio Institute
09.2024 - Current
Dance Movement Psychotherapist
East London Foundation Trust
09.2022 - 12.2023
Mental Health Mentor
Streetz Ahead Performing Arts Charity
04.2022 - 07.2022
Trainee Dance Movement Psychotherapist
East London Foundation Trust
10.2021 - 07.2022
SEN Teaching Assistant
"Merimna Paidiou" Elementary School
09.2019 - 08.2020
Event Organiser
Self Employed Services
01.2017 - Current
Dance Teacher
Viva Dance & Fitness Studio
09.2015 - 07.2020
Group Leader and Activities Co-ordinator
Skouras Sports Summer Camp
07.2014 - 08.2017
BSc - Special Education & Social Policies
University of Macedonia
MA - Dance Movement Psychotherapy
Goldsmiths, University of London
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