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Litzi Daniela Sanchez Dueñas
Psychologist
Mexico City
Summary
Clinical and social psychologist from the National Autonomous University of Mexico, skilled in psychosocial support, crisis intervention and comprehensive care planning with migrant people. Proven ability to foster partnerships and enhance community health through workshops. Adept at active listening and committed to humanitarian work, effectively addressing the needs of vulnerable populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Specialist
HIAS Mexico
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Conducted brief psychological attention, crisis intervention, and single-session services, both remotely and in person, to people aged 13 and up.
- Directed individually to migrant people to various public services in Palenque for their comprehensive care.
- Designed workshops and briefs for children, adolescents, and adults in the context of mobility about mental health.
- Collaborated with legal and gender-based violence teams to develop and implement effective support strategies.
- Imparted training about mental health and psychosocial support to raise awareness among local actors and organizations.
- Reported quantitatively and qualitatively on a monthly and weekly basis about the mental health and psychosocial support area.
Technical Protection Assistant
Norwegian Refugee Council
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted centered-person approach interviews to identify needs and establish comprehensive care plans.
- Developed briefings about protection and human rights directed to migrant populations.
- Teamwork with the legal team and other organizations to support the different needs.
Health Promoter
Doctors Without Borders
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of individual needs, creating personalized wellness plans to improve overall health outcomes.
- Implemented workshops and briefings about health and mental health for adult migrant individuals.
- Participated in identifying and referencing survivors of violence and mental health challenges to comprehensive care in the project.
- Conducted psychological first aid to survivors of violence.
Health Promoter
Doctors of the World
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations, fostering a supportive network for clients seeking assistance.
- Served as a liaison between clients and healthcare providers, ensuring timely access to care and promoting continuity of services.
- Identified gaps in service provision by performing thorough needs assessments within target communities.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using data-driven approaches, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes accordingly.
- Provided one-on-one counseling sessions for individuals struggling with chronic illnesses or other health challenges.
- Facilitated support groups addressing various health concerns, fostering a sense of community among participants.
- Improved community health by conducting educational workshops and presentations on various health topics.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
El Colegio De La Frontera Norte
Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
National Autonomous University of Mexico
Mexico City, Mexico 05.2001 -
Skills
- Service orientation and commitment to humanitarian work
- Oral and written communication
- Sensitiveness and empathy to vulnerable populations
- Active listening
- Creativity and determination
- Adaptation to diverse and multicultural environments
Software
Certification
FCE Cambridge University Press and Assessment: B1
Timeline
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Specialist
HIAS Mexico
09.2024 - 05.2025
Technical Protection Assistant
Norwegian Refugee Council
07.2024 - 09.2024
Health Promoter
Doctors Without Borders
10.2023 - 04.2024
Health Promoter
Doctors of the World
07.2022 - 10.2023
FCE Cambridge University Press and Assessment: B1
03-2019
No Degree - Psychology
El Colegio De La Frontera Norte
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
National Autonomous University of Mexico
05.2001 -
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