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John R. Clark
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- Fort Worth, TX
- United States
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- about me
- The son of a military officer, John has spent a considerable portion of his life living abroad, acquiring Spanish as a second language in the process. He also has a keen interest in multiculturalism and history, earning his first master’s degree in history from Texas Christian University, where he completed thesis work in Native American studies. John has well over 20 years of experience in education, teaching on both the secondary and elementary level, with several years as a bilingual (Spanish) teacher. He has occasionally conducted history classes at Tarrant County College, and has facilitated online classes in history, counseling, teacher education, and bilingual educational programming with the University of Phoenix Online. John completed his counselor education with the University of North Texas, earning a master’s degree that included practicum work with Spanish – speaking clients at Family Service’s Northside clinic. He broke into the field of counseling as a school counselor, but has also earned his licensure as a professional counselor (LPC). He has LPC experience with a wide diversity of clients, including depression, anxiety, marriage counseling, divorce complications, grief, personality disorder, and substance abuse. He is a fully trained Becoming A Love And Logic Parent Facilitator, with extensive experience in conducting parenting classes. He follows an eclectic approach to counseling, incorporating Gestalt, Person – Centered, Adlerian, and Behaviorist Learning Theory techniques into his overall style as a therapist. He is a firm believer in being as solution – focused as possible when working with a client. He is a member of the Texas Counseling Association.
- what is your current, past or ideal job title?
- I am currently working as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with the Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services.
- what languages do you speak?
- Spanish and English
- what countries have you lived in?
- Spain, Italy, and the United States.
- what countries have you visited?
- Most of Europe, Russia, and Mexico.
- what's your Hispanic connection?
- I am a former bilingual and ESL teacher.I also have experience as a bilingual counselor with the Ft. Worth Independent School District. I attend church in Spanish and very much love Hispanic culture.
- company name
- Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services
- online profile such as linkedin.com or blog?
- http://www.linkedin.com/in/clarkj42754
- online resume?
- http://www.orbitfiles.com/download/id3978008960.html
- name someone you most admire
- Jimmy Carter
- which communities do you actively participate in?
- LinkedIn, MySpace, other
- what other social / networking sites do you like?
- I have a Myspace profile at www.myspace.com/counsel1.
- hobbies or interests?
- I own a Canon 40D and love photography. I am an avid reader of psychology and history, and I have an extensive collection of music and old movies. Classical music is a passion of mine, as is old rock and roll.
- relationship status?
- single
- looking for?
- networking, employment
- religious views?
- I am very eclectic when it comes to religion. Officially and by birth, I am a Catholic, but I have many friends that are otherwise. I have taught world religions with the University of Phoenix, so my knowledge of religion and philosophy is broad.
- political views?
- I am a Democrat, who has at times voted for the Green Party. I am very dedicated to the preservation of the environment, and to the advancement of social justice. I am a strong supporter of political candidates that advocate the rights of minorities.
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