Austen Park
About Austen Park
Austen Park is a Counselor Intern at Metropolitan Ministries, where they have worked since 2021. They hold a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling and have experience in various roles related to psychology and mental health.
Work at Metropolitan Ministries
Austen Park has been serving as a Counselor Intern at Metropolitan Ministries since 2021. In this role, Austen engages with clients to provide support and guidance in their mental health journeys. The internship allows for practical application of counseling skills and the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in a community-focused environment.
Education and Expertise
Austen Park has a solid educational background in psychology and counseling. Austen earned an Associate’s Degree from Hillsborough Community College from 2015 to 2016. Subsequently, Austen completed a Bachelor's degree in Psychology at the University of South Florida from 2017 to 2019. Furthering education, Austen obtained a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling from the University of South Florida from 2020 to 2022.
Background
Austen Park's educational journey began at Windermere Preparatory School, where Austen completed high school from 2011 to 2015. Following high school, Austen pursued higher education, culminating in advanced studies in counseling. Prior work experience includes serving as a Student Mentor at the University of South Florida from 2020 to 2021 and as an Independent Living Coach at Volunteers of America from 2019 to 2020.
Professional Development
Austen Park is actively exploring new methods to enhance knowledge in psychology and mental health counseling. This includes building a professional network with therapists and mental health professionals in the Greater Tampa Bay area. Such efforts contribute to ongoing professional growth and the development of effective counseling techniques.