Gloria J. Hart, M.Ed.

, NCC
(919) 479-2276 gloriajhart@gmail.com
gloriajhart.weebly.com Mount Olive, NC

EDUCATION
Master of Education, Counselor Education: North Carolina State University May 2016
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited Program

Raleigh, NC
Grade Point Average: 4.0

Bachelor of Arts, Sewanee: The University of the South

May 2008
Sewanee, TN

American Studies with Honors

cum laude

European Studies: Study Abroad Program

July - November 2006

Included courses at Lincoln College, Oxford University and classes at The
University of Durham in England and historical sites throughout Western Europe.

CERTIFICATIONS
National Certified Counselor, National Board for Certified Counselors

April 2016

WORK EXPERIENCE

As a National Certified Counselor

awaiting confirmation of provisional
state licensure, Im a competent and
empathetic counselor, communicator
and advocate with a demonstrated
ability to work well with diverse
personalities and cultures, diffuse
high-risk situations, proactively
resolve issues, and support clients in
meeting their personal objectives. I
utilize an eclectic counseling style in
which I tailor my counseling approach
to each clients individual needs. My
approach is typically informed by
person-centered counseling and
motivational interviewing, and I
incorporate techniques from cognitive
behavioral therapies and reality
therapy.

HONORS AND AWARDS

InterAct

August 2015 - April 2016

Crisis Counselor Intern and Sexual Assault Group Counselor Intern

Raleigh, NC
Provided crisis counseling for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Conducted lethality assessments, suicide assessments, and substance abuse
assessments. Coordinated with law enforcement, local hospitals, and surrounding
domestic violence organizations.
Co-facilitated a support group for sexual assault survivors focused on traumainformed psychoeducation, processing individual experiences, and providing support.
Facilitated and developed the curriculum for an advanced support group for
sexual assault survivors which incorporated expressive arts therapy and assertiveness
training.

Counselor Education Lab: The Phoenix Group

July 2015 April 2016

Group Counselor Intern
Goldsboro, NC
Facilitated and developed the curriculum for an adolescent counseling group focused
on building self-esteem and creating healthy relationships.

Counselor Education Lab

January 2015- May 2015

Counselor Intern
Goldsboro, NC
Served adolescent and adult clients regarding issues such as suicidal ideation and
self-harm behaviors through individual, family, and group counseling.

Canfield Heating and Cooling

Sales Representative and Accounts Manager

May 2013- December 2015

Mount Olive, NC

Chi Sigma Iota, Counseling

Academic and Professional
Honor Society: Spring Semester
2015
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society,
honors the top 10 percent of
graduate students: Spring
Semester 2016
American Studies
Comprehensive Examination,
awarded the highest honor of
Distinction: January 2008
Deans List: Spring Semester
2007, Fall Semester 2007,
Spring Semester 2008
Order of the Gownsmen,
Sewanees academic honor
society: Fall Semester 2006,
Spring Semester 2007, Fall
Semester 2007, and Spring
Semester 2008
Phi Alpha Theta, history honor
society: Spring Semester 2008

Self-Employed
Freelance Writer and Editor

November 2009 - November 2012

Honolulu, HI

Vulcan Materials Company

June - August 2007

Birmingham, AL

Community Relations Intern

The Sewanee Purple

January 2005 May 2006

Sewanee, TN

Executive Editor

The University of the South Admission Office

Arcadian Office Director

August 2005 - May 2006

Sewanee, TN

The University of the South Admission Office

Admission Office Intern

June - August 2005

Sewanee, TN

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Stitches of Tibet

February - March 2013

Teacher and Mentor
Dharamsala, India
Led group and individual discussions among Tibetan refugees regarding their
escapes from Tibet, personal struggles as refugees, womens issues, and the
difficulties of enduring sexual harassment in India.

PUBLICATIONS
Suffering Doesn't
Discriminate, Voice: Tibetan
Women's Association
Magazine, March 2013: 99100. Print.
The Penpal Project: Friends
Around the World, Voice:
Tibetan Women's Association
Magazine, March 2013: 103105. Print.
The Golden Temple, Voice:
Tibetan Women's Association
Magazine, March 2013: 106107. Print.
Senior Research Thesis: The
Relationship Between
Psychology and Advertising
in the 1900s, presented and
defended December 2007

PRESENTATIONS

Tibetan Women's Association

February - March 2013

Public Relations Consultant
Dharamsala, India
Researched, wrote, and edited public relations documents and articles to enhance
the TWA's objectives and increase awareness of the plight of Tibetan women.
Collaborated on a report for the United Nations for the Universal Periodic Review of
Human Rights regarding the condition of Tibetan women currently residing in Tibet.

The Penpal Project

February 2013
Founder
Dharamsala, India
Created a program that connects Tibetan refugees to individuals from the United
Kingdom, Canada, and the United States to facilitate understanding among differing
cultures.

Sant Kirpal Singh Akal Regiment Public Academy

January 2013
English Teacher and Mentor
Patiala, India
Facilitated classroom discussions and provided support to sixth grade students.
Developed and implemented a curriculum for teaching grammar, vocabulary, and art
in a rural school.

Mata Gujri Sahara Orphanage

January 2013
English Teacher and Mentor
Patiala, India
Facilitated discussions regarding grief, career options, sexual health and sexual
harassment.

National Womens Business Council

December 2005 - January 2006

Public Relations Intern
Washington, D.C.
Organized a NWBC White House press conference, edited the NWBC annual
report, and assisted with preparations for the annual meeting.

Hart, G. (February, 2015).

Psychological and
Emotional Abuse: The
Invisible Bruises,
Gender Issues in
Counseling, NCSU. Raleigh,
NC.

SKILLS
Individual, family, and group
counseling for adolescents
and adults
Innovative curriculum
development for group
counseling programs
Adept at collaborating with
an interdisciplinary team
and local agencies to
provide comprehensive
client support
Strong interpersonal skills
Exceptional oral and written
communication skills
Excellent organizational
skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office