BRIELLE THOMAS
Grand Junction
Summary
Research-driven mental health professional with a multidisciplinary foundation in neuroscience and psychology, committed to advancing evidence-based practice through rigorous inquiry and thoughtful clinical application. Skilled in experimental design, data analysis, and synthesizing complex literature, with a consistent record of adapting to shifting project needs and contributing effectively to collaborative research teams. In clinical work, recognized for steadiness, curiosity, and the ability to navigate ambiguity, which strengthens both client-centered care and the development of meaningful research questions. Dedicated to connecting scientific insight with therapeutic practice while continually refining methodology, writing, and critical thinking to promote impactful and ethically grounded progress in the mental health field.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counseling Intern
Behavioral Health and Wellness
08.2025 - Current
- Regularly see patients independently, providing counseling services primarily utilizing CBT techniques.
- Receive weekly supervision to continue developing counseling skills and benefit from ongoing mentorship.
- Developed a comprehensive resource for all staff outlining key community resources.
Addiction Counseling and Prevention Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of South Dakota
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Provided academic support to faculty by substituting for classes and guest lecturing on addiction counseling topics.
- Assisted faculty with administrative and academic support, including errands, grading, and maintaining student records.
- Received mentorship in the counseling field, gaining insights into therapeutic techniques and professional development.
STEAM Instructor
Eureka! McConnel Science Museum
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Led summer camps revolving around math and science for students ranging from pre-school to 8th grade.
- Created lessons and interactive experiments to give students hands-on learning experiences in chemistry, biology, and physics.
- Promoted continued learning in a fun, high-energy environment during school breaks.
GlobalWorks Internship
Trinity College
01.2020
- Analyzed cost-effectiveness of prostate cancer screening research.
- Learned and practiced cost-effectiveness research methods.
- Wrote a scientific paper evaluating prostate cancer screening.
Neuroscience Research Assistant
University of Oregon
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Prepared brain samples for analysis.
- Trained mice on visual tasks.
- Observed laboratory animal brain surgery and learned research lab processes.
Education
M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05.2026
B.S. - Multidisciplinary Sciences
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR12.2022
Skills
- Counseling techniques
- Crisis intervention
- Suicide risk assessment
- Laboratory operations
- Data analysis
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Organization and time management
Certification
I am currently working towards becoming a licensed professional counselor. I will be graduating from my CACREP-accredited Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, in which I will have completed 40 hours of practicum and 600 hours of internship. I have passed the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination and the National Counselor Examination.
Timeline
Counseling Intern
Behavioral Health and Wellness
08.2025 - Current
Addiction Counseling and Prevention Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of South Dakota
01.2023 - 05.2025
GlobalWorks Internship
Trinity College
01.2020
Neuroscience Research Assistant
University of Oregon
01.2019 - 01.2020
STEAM Instructor
Eureka! McConnel Science Museum
01.2018 - 01.2024
B.S. - Multidisciplinary Sciences
University of Oregon
M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of South Dakota
LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES
- Kappa Alpha Theta Community Involvement Advisor — 2024 - Present
- Director of Recruitment Counselors — 2021 - 2022
- Recruitment Counselor — 2020
- Ritualist Chair — 2020 - 2021
- Scholarship Committee — 2019 - 2020
- Ritual Committee — 2019 - 2021
- UO Swim Club — Member (2018 - 2019)
- Emerging Leaders Retreat — Participant (2019)
- “We’ve Got Your Bag” Nonprofit — Founder (2017)
- Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation Scholarship
- Stamps Scholar
- Clark Honors College
- Summit Scholarship
- Broncos Youth Community Champion
Achievements
Ironman Finisher
Cozumel - 2022
Maryland - 2025
Ironman 70.3 Finisher
Salem - 2024
Salem - 2021
Calgary - 2019
Costa Rica - 2018
Boulder - 2018