Cheri Coats

127 Park Street Apt. E, Boone, NC, 28607 910-890-2227

coatscc@email.appstate.edu

Objectives
Clinical Mental Health Graduate Student looking for practicum experience working with
adult substance abusers. Experience with individual and group counseling is
preferred.

Education
Master Student, Appalachian State University, Clinical Mental Health

Concentration in Addictions, Certificate program in Addictions

Bachelor of Arts, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Psychology
Graduation 2014
Minor in Womens and Gender Studies

Professional Experience
Member of North Carolina Counseling Association, 2015 NCCA Presenter
Presented on: Differing Counseling Approaches and their Successes in Lowering
Recidivism Rates for Incarcerated Individuals
Attended conference topics related to: Addressing the Stigma of Addiction in
Substance Abuse Counseling, Sexual Addiction in the Digital Age: Treatment
Considerations for the Mental Health Profession, Teen Anxiety, and The Use of
Humor in Counseling
Member of Chi Sigma Iota, 2015 Inductee
International honor society of professional counseling
Inductions based on 3.5 GPA or higher. Current GPA in CMHC program of 4.0.

Coursework
Relevant Coursework in:
The Addictive Process, Multicultural Counseling, Legal and Ethical Issues in Clinical
Mental Health Counseling, Group Methods and Processes, Counseling Theory and
Techniques, Psychological and Educational Testing, Life and Career Planning,
Introduction to Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Other Experience
Leadership Challenge, 2014
Leadership skill development and self-discovery workshops. Three levels, bronze,
silver and gold.
Volunteered at Thriving at three to provide ESOL learners the opportunity to
succeed in their communities. Volunteered with Greensboro Parks and Recreation to
reach the greater community with free Christmas festivities such as carriage rides.
Developed personal growth initiatives to become a better leader and learn how to

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better reach the community.
Psychology Club/Psi Chi Member, 2014
Honors society in Psychology with the purpose of encouraging and stimulating
academic excellence and advancement within the varied fields of Psychology.
Participant in CAN-struction to collect cans for the Greensboro Urban Ministry.
Autism Walk participant/donor, to raise awareness and money for Autism Society of
North Carolina.
Student Veterans Association Executive Board Member, 2014
Student Veterans association serves the UNCG community with service
opportunities, outreach, and networking for veteran students.
Coordinated events such as UNCGs Military Ball and Veterans Day activities.
Organized campus outreach to inform UNCG students about our veteran population
and coordinated fun events for students to learn more about SVA.
CSNAP Conference, 2013
Campus Compact builds the ability of colleges and universities to produce civicallyengaged students and communities.
Conference consisted of two days of leadership and service opportunity.
Volunteered at Second Harvest Food Bank to sort and inspect food for local food
pantries.
Networked with over 30 Universities from more than 3 different states to
collaborate about service and leadership on our individual campuses and across the
nation.

Employment
Server, Chipotle, Boone NC
Sep. 2014-Current
Provides high level of customer service to ensure each customer has the best possible
experience
Able to communicate effectively with customers as well as other employees in a face
paced, highly physical and demanding job
Positive evaluations have been received from staff as well as by customers
Bookseller, Barnes and Noble College Inc., Greensboro NC
May 2013 July 2014
Provided prompt, courteous service, to a diverse clientele, helped customers and
merchants identify services/products that best suited their needs.
Handled incoming calls and emails, responded to inquiries, resolved problems and
errors. Provided quotes of books for purchase or rent, and communicated company
policies for customer reference.
Lifeguard, Wet N Wild, Emerald Point NC
May 2012August 2012
Offered quick and alert services in case of emergencies, ensured that all rules and
regulations of the business were followed at all times
Monitored the area and maintained a strict watch on individuals around the swim areas,
adaptability- able to work in many different environments
Nominated for employee of the Month
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Cashier, Wal-Mart, Erwin NC
October 2010 April 2011
Able to communicate effectively with others and handle stressful situations in a
professional manner
Always maintained professional demeanor during high stress, detail oriented and highly
observant, and excellent communication skills
Able to get along with co-workers and accept supervision. Received positive evaluations