Jose Alberto Fernandez
About Jose Alberto Fernandez
Jose Alberto Fernandez is a Crisis Cafe Support Worker at Mind in Barnet, England, where he has worked since 2021. He also serves as a Therapy Services Administrator and has a background in psychology, holding degrees from Ateneo de Manila University, University of the Philippines, and Birkbeck, University of London.
Work at Mind
Jose Alberto Fernandez has been employed at Mind since 2020, holding two positions. He serves as a Therapy Services Administrator, a role he has maintained for four years in the London Borough of Barnet. In addition, he has worked as a Crisis Cafe Support Worker since 2021, providing essential support to clients in distress. His responsibilities include conducting initial support meetings and co-producing support plans with clients. He offers one-on-one sessions, counseling, peer support groups, workshops, and social spaces to enhance client well-being.
Education and Expertise
Jose Alberto Fernandez has a solid educational background in psychology. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of the Philippines, completing his studies from 2014 to 2018. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Science degree in Psychology from Birkbeck, University of London, where he studied from 2019 to 2020. He completed his high school education at Ateneo de Manila University from 2010 to 2014. Jose plans to pursue a doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology in the United Kingdom.
Background
Before his current roles at Mind, Jose Alberto Fernandez worked as a Private Tutor at AHEAD Tutorial and Review Center in the Philippines for four months in 2019. He also gained experience as a Co-Author and Research Assistant at Philippine General Hospital from 2018 to 2019. His diverse background in education and mental health support has equipped him with the skills necessary to assist clients effectively.
Achievements
Jose Alberto Fernandez has contributed to the mental health field through his work at Mind, where he has been involved in developing support plans and providing various forms of client support. His academic achievements include a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Psychology, which form the foundation of his expertise in the field. His ongoing commitment to further education reflects his dedication to advancing his knowledge and skills in clinical and counseling psychology.