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In November 2018, my husband and I sold all of our belongings and rode a motorcycle from Seattle to Peru. We quit our jobs and trusted that life would take us where we were meant to go. Now, I'm finishing out our year of travel in Bali, seeking inspiration from meditaion and the ever-growing digital nomad community.
Growing up, I wanted to be the next Meryl Streep. Really. This was my dream. I attended New York University's Tisch School of the Arts with Hollywood on my mind. I quickly realized that while I loved to act, it wasn't my dream--in fact, I have learned in my life that for me, there isn't just one dream. I've been a teacher, an event coordinator, a photographer, a mental health counselor, and a writer. I'm passionate about so much, and I've learned there's a thread that ties it all together: inspiring through storytelling and deep connection.
Now, I'm looking for unique and creative ways to keep telling stories. To inspire. This could be through writing, teaching, coaching, marketing...the list goes on. No matter the task or craft at hand, I will infuse it with passion, inspiration, and meaning.
RACHEL HAVEKOST PHOTO + DESIGN
Owner | Nov, 2018 – Current
Content Writer with over four years of experience creating captivating content on social media, Squarespace, and WordPress.
- Develop captivating content for client's websites.
- Re-brand and re-design client's websites on Squarespace and WordPress format, supporting them in visual and content re-boots.
- Support clients in building portfolio for their websites and social media, either by providing photography services or reviewing existing content.
THE HAVEKOSTS
Content Writer | Nov, 2018 – Oct, 2019
Self-started blog and instagram dedicated to storytelling and documentation of a year-long motorcycle trip from Seattle to Peru.
- Wrote captivating captions on instagram to attract comments and likes.
- Harnessed a following of 10.3k on instagram from zero in less than a year.
- Performed outreach and networking with brands and hotels to build working relationships and partnerships.
- Wrote content for ads to sell Lightroom Presets on Facebook and Instagram.
- Responded daily to messages and comments quickly and efficiently.
- Created content for social media and travel blog.
- Responsible for written and visual content on a travel blog and instagram.
- Created and curated all imagery for the blog and instagram page.
FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Counseling Intern | 2017 – 2019
One year counseling internship at Frontier Behavioral Health (FBH)'s Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). IOP specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for individuals with personality disorders or who need support in emotion and behavioral regulation. Individuals enter into the program for 12-18 months.
- Conducted Individual and group therapy.
- Developed and ran psycho-educational groups.
- Provided case management.
- Conducted crisis intervention in person and on the phone.
- Provided consultation for other therapists and received consultation through supervision.
- Trained in Motivational Interviewing.
- Wrote detailed notes for clients and groups after each session.
- Provided career counseling.
- Completed Columbia Suicide Assessment.
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Graduate Student Assistant | 2016
- Assisted Mental Health Counseling professor with undergraduate psychology courses and co-taught lessons.
- Supported and guided students in undergraduate psychology courses.
- Assisted professor with paperwork and clerical needs.
- Overlooked the testing library and support students in selecting and checking out psychological assessments for undergraduate and graduate level courses.
- Assisted in research and writing academic papers.
CHI SIGMA IOTA
President | 2017 – 2019
President of Chi Sigma Iota, Eastern Washington University's Mental Health Counseling honors program.
- Responsible for organizing and scheduling weekly meetings with members.
- Created weekly agendas and ran meetings.
- Communicated with all graduate mental health counseling students and faculty regarding Chi Sigma Iota memberships and events.
- Planned and hosted three yearly events for graduate students.
- Worked closely with the Washington Counseling Association.
SEATTLE ACADEMY
8th Grade Coordinator | 2011 – 2016
Liaison to teachers, school counselors, and parents.
- Acted as added support for students in the 8th grade.
- Primary focus was to understand each student's unique gifts and personal challenges in order to provide extra support and ensure no students slipped through the cracks.
- First employee to hold this position: established a framework for future 8th Grade Coordinators to use as a job description.
- Responsible for establishing, fostering, and maintaining communication between 8th grade parents, faculty, and students.
- Developed relationships with families and students in order to provide them with a personal experience in their education.
- Fostered a safe and welcoming office space for students to relax, talk, or do schoolwork.
- Offered emotional, academic, and cognitive support for students who were struggling.
- Observed classes to note student engagement, interactions, and successes.
- Worked closely with the Head and Assistant Head of Middle School, School Counselor, and 6th and -7th grade Coordinators.
- Developed and lead the Leadership Program for 8th grade students.
SEATTLE ACADEMY
Drama Teacher | 2011 – 2016
7th and 8th grade drama teacher at a private 6-12 school.
- Taught 7th and 8th grade theater courses.
- Created a safe environment for students to build trusting ensemble and stretch themselves.
- Led students in group activities, and encouraged them to take ownership over activities.
- Proposed and taught the school’s first Middle School Improvisation class.
- Directed two Middle School productions, one which was created as a collaboration with the students.
- Developed curriculum.
- Supported students outside of class time.
SEATTLE ACADEMY
Admissions Assistant | 2011 – 2016
Tour guide, facilitator, and scheduler for prospective students at a private school.
- Point person for 6th grade Visit Days.
- Developed tour schedule.
- Communicated schedule changes and responsibilities to faculty.
- Created and provided Excel feedback forms for faculty to supply observations of visitors for admissions.
- Toured prospective students on a full day of mock classes: provided a fun and welcoming environment, got to know visitors and provided feedback to admissions.
- Communicated in person with prospective families.
SEATTLE ACADEMY
Photographer | 2011 – 2016
School-wide photographer for events, promotional content, and website materials.
- Self-created position: imagined, developed, and proposed job to the school.
- Photographed school events, off campus events, and student life.
- Photos were used for graphic design, website, and promotion of the school.
