Luna Román
Bayamón
Summary
Pre-licensed Psychological Counseling professional with experience in community intervention, psychoeducation, family support, and working with vulnerable populations. Specializes in trauma-informed approaches, promoting emotional well-being, and crisis prevention. Recognized for empathy, professional ethics, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to community mental health and social justice.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Family Support Specialist
Niños de Nueva Esperanza
Toa Baja
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitates support groups for families navigating grief, loss, and mental health challenges, creating safe, supportive environments.
- Provides culturally responsive, individualized, and family-centered emotional and psychoeducational support.
- Designs and delivers psychoeducational workshops on parenting, child development, positive discipline, stress management, and conflict resolution.
- Leads community outreach and home visits to enhance family engagement and resilience.
- Conducts intake assessments, administers crime victim screenings, and coordinates referrals to appropriate agencies and services.
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams while ensuring accurate, compliant documentation.
Psychology Practitioner (Supervised)
Niños de Nueva Esperanza
Toa Baja
2024 - 2025
- Conducted psychometric, psychological, and socio-emotional assessments, and facilitated psychoeducational workshops and parent training to strengthen family support and skill development.
- Delivered individual therapy addressing grief, trauma, family challenges, autism, and emotion regulation across diverse age groups.
- Applied evidence-based strategies, including mindfulness, play therapy, and behavioral interventions, tailored to client developmental levels.
- Simplified therapeutic techniques into engaging activities to improve participation among children and adolescents.
- Conducted regular check-ins with parents, providing guidance and reinforcing continuity of care at home.
Support Volunteer
Hogar FlorAmor
Bayamón
2021 - 2021
- Supported elderly patients with mental health and geriatric needs through tailored activities that enhanced well-being.
- Delivered emotional support and encouraged participation in creative, recreational, and daily living activities to foster social interaction.
Administrative Assistant
Rooms to Go
San Juan
2020 - 2020
- Managed administrative tasks, including documentation, notes, scheduling, and office operations.
- Coordinated appointments between clients, customers, and staff.
- Delivered professional customer service via phone, email, and in-person; addressed inquiries and assisted with inventory.
- Operated cash register and maintained office supply inventory.
Student Assistant - Counseling Program
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
San Juan
2019 - 2020
- Facilitated academic support and accommodations for students with special educational needs, including autism and visual impairments.
- Provided targeted tutoring and guidance to enhance student performance on exams and assignments.
- Empowered students to participate fully in classes and improved communication between students and faculty.
- Organized and maintained documentation, notes, and academic records.
Volunteer Tutor/Mentor
Bayamón Christian Academy & Forward Learning
Bayamón
2017 - 2018
- Tutored middle school students affected by Hurricane Maria in English and Math, fostering academic recovery and enhancing skill development.
- Mentored 9th-grade students in technology projects, cultivating practical skills and improving project planning abilities.
Library Assistant Volunteer
Alianza Francesa de Puerto Rico
San Juan
2017 - 2017
- Streamlined library organization and digital platform (Culturthèque) for efficient resource access.
- Delivered customer service to enhance user satisfaction.
- Designed visual promotions to boost engagement with Mediathèque resources.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Albizu University
San Juan, Puerto Rico01-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
San Juan01-2023
Skills
- Individual and Group Psychosocial Intervention
- Psychoeducation and Workshop Facilitation
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Community and Family Support
- Interdisciplinary Coordination
- Clinical Documentation and Report Writing
- Effective Communication and Client Service
- Adaptability and Continuous Learning
Languages
Spanish
Native
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) for Children, Adolescents, and LGBTQ Youth — National Child Traumatic Stress Network, 2025
Timeline
Family Support Specialist
Niños de Nueva Esperanza
08.2025 - Current
Psychology Practitioner (Supervised)
Niños de Nueva Esperanza
2024 - 2025
Support Volunteer
Hogar FlorAmor
2021 - 2021
Administrative Assistant
Rooms to Go
2020 - 2020
Student Assistant - Counseling Program
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
2019 - 2020
Volunteer Tutor/Mentor
Bayamón Christian Academy & Forward Learning
2017 - 2018
Library Assistant Volunteer
Alianza Francesa de Puerto Rico
2017 - 2017
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Albizu University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico