Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Hobbies and Interests
Awards
Timeline
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Arlana Sims

Davidson

Summary

Seeking a part-time adjunct teaching position where I can utilize my advanced education, professional expertise, and passion for developing students in the dynamic and rewarding field of Counseling.

As education professional, offers robust background in higher education and instructional excellence. Adept at developing comprehensive lesson plans and fostering inclusive classroom atmosphere. Known for strong collaboration skills and consistently delivering impactful results in diverse academic settings. Well-versed in curriculum design and student mentorship.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adjunct Professor

DeVry University
01.2010
  • Delivered curriculum in introductory and advanced psychology.
  • Fostered student engagement through interactive and real-world application.

Adjunct Professor, Community Counseling

University of North Carolina, Charlotte
01.2005
  • Instructed graduate students in community counseling theory and practice.

Co-Instructor, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

University of North Carolina, Charlotte
01.2004
  • Co-taught CBT to Master’s level clinicians, focusing on core techniques and clinical application.

Adjunct Professor, School of Behavioral Sciences

Liberty University (Online)
03.2025 - Current
  • Teach and mentor graduate counseling students in online learning environments.
  • Provide academic support, feedback, and spiritual integration in curriculum delivery.
  • Utilize best practices in online education and assessment.

Adjunct Professor, Counselor Education

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
01.2018 - Current
  • Teach graduate courses in counselor education.
  • Guide students through advanced counseling theories and clinical practices.
  • Foster student professional development and research skills.

Chief Executive Officer

Sims Consulting & Clinical Services Inc.
01.2003 - Current
  • Oversee daily operations of 5 offices serving over 380 active clients across 5 counties.
  • Received perfect score from the Council on Accreditation.
  • Serve as endorsed trainer for NC DHHS on mental health interventions.
  • Present at national and regional conferences on counseling and clinical leadership.
  • Maintain HIPAA and DRA compliance with clients, providers, and agencies.
  • Authored articles in peer-reviewed professional journals.

Director of Residential Services

Youth/Adult Care Management, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2004
  • Managed 10 group homes and clinical staff.
  • Developed and implemented training, orientation, and policies.
  • Ensured quality care and administrative oversight for child residents.

Mental Health Therapist III

01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Provided individual, group, and family therapy.
  • Supervised clinics and coordinated care across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Participated in Quality Assurance and Client Rights Committees.

Education

Ph.D. - Counseling with Multicultural Diversity Approach

University of North Carolina
Charlotte, NC
01.2005

M.S. - Agency Counseling

North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC
01.1996

B.A. - Communications / Public Relations

University of North Carolina
Charlotte, NC
01.1993

Skills

  • Expertise in multicultural counseling and trauma-informed care
  • Strong online and in-person teaching skills
  • Leadership in behavioral health service delivery and accreditation
  • Experience training clinical professionals and paraprofessionals
  • Commitment to academic excellence and student mentorship
  • Online teaching

Certification

  • Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS) — North Carolina
  • Certified Clinical Addiction Specialist (CCAS)
  • Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS)
  • Sex Offender Treatment Specialist
  • Certified Clinical Military Counselor (CCMC)
  • EMDR Trained (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)

Hobbies and Interests

Educating, Yoga, Traveling, Earth Conservation

Awards

Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Timeline

Adjunct Professor, School of Behavioral Sciences

Liberty University (Online)
03.2025 - Current

Adjunct Professor, Counselor Education

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
01.2018 - Current

Adjunct Professor

DeVry University
01.2010

Adjunct Professor, Community Counseling

University of North Carolina, Charlotte
01.2005

Co-Instructor, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

University of North Carolina, Charlotte
01.2004

Chief Executive Officer

Sims Consulting & Clinical Services Inc.
01.2003 - Current

Director of Residential Services

Youth/Adult Care Management, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2004

Mental Health Therapist III

01.2002 - 01.2003

M.S. - Agency Counseling

North Carolina A&T State University

B.A. - Communications / Public Relations

University of North Carolina

Ph.D. - Counseling with Multicultural Diversity Approach

University of North Carolina
Arlana Sims