Xiao Chen (Lily) Li, BA 351-­‐ 13th Ave., Vancouver, BC V8X 1P9 778-­‐536-­‐9784 | lilyli@yahoo.com RESEARCH INTERESTS  The influence of societal factors on self-­‐esteem in adults  The benefits and drawbacks to inpatient vs. outpatient interventions for eating disorders  The efficacy of art therapy as an intervention strategy for self-­‐esteem and expression EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Psychology 2011 University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC  Attained Dean’s List status every year  Honours Thesis: Do Anti-­‐Aging Products Help or Hinder the Self-­‐Esteem in Women? SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS Jean Craig Smith Scholarship $1400 2010 UBC Major Entrance Scholarship $5000 2007 PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS Publications Li, X. C. (2011). The effects of anti-­‐aging products on the self-­‐esteem of middle-­‐aged women. UBC Undergraduate Journal of Psychology, 1, 29-­‐37. Conference Presentations Li, X. C. (March 2011). “Do Anti-­‐Aging Products Help or Hinder the Self-­‐Esteem in Women?” Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Research Conference (MURC), University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, March 6, 2011. RELEVANT COURSEWORK Directed Studies in Psychology 2011  Examined the role of eating disorders in the lives of both the patients and their families that are affected by them  Final Paper: Eating Disorders in Middle Aged Women: Coping Strategies for Those Affected Abnormal Psychology 2010  Reviewed various Axis I and Axis II psychological disorders, including theories of onset and presenting symptoms as defined by the Diagnostic Statistical Manual IV  Final Paper: The Genetic and Environmental Antecedents of Schizophrenia Xiao Chen (Lily) Li 2 Introduction to Theories of Counselling 2010  Gained knowledge regarding many of the theories used in current counseling practice  Final Paper: The Genogram and its Use in Family Systems Counselling EMPLOYMENT Behavioural Interventionist /Tutor 2011-­‐2012 Autism Centre of BC, ABA Program, Vancouver, BC  Implemented an Applied Behavioural Analysis program for two children with autism, aged 3 and 6, to improve social functioning and speech capabilities  Created fun and engaging rewards embedded within therapy in order to motivate clients to stay focused and increase learning  Collaborated with a team of 4 once a week to problem-­‐solve issues and improve therapy  Collected and recorded data to document the progress of clients  Built trust and strong relationships with the clients and their families Research Assistant 2010-­‐2011 University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC  Successfully recruited over 75 participants to volunteer for a project that examined parental and adolescent responses to infant crying  Initiated the scheduling and planning of participant testing sessions to ensure data collection ran smoothly and efficiently  Facilitated a comfortable lab experience for participants while preserving the preciseness required by the project to maintain research integrity Childcare Assistant 2008-­‐2010 Wild Honey Children’s Centre, Vancouver, BC  Cared for children aged 2-­‐11, personally supervising up to 4 pre-­‐school aged and up to 8 school-­‐
aged children at a time  Planned and implemented various learning and social activities for children to provide both fun and growth opportunities at the daycare  Communicated with a team of 8 co-­‐workers to ensure co-­‐operation regarding activities and outings, and to provide optimal care for children COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Distress Services Support Worker (volunteer) 2010-­‐2012 Vancouver Crisis Centre, Vancouver, BC  Assisted clients via telephone, using an empowerment model of counselling, to provide immediate support and resources for those in crisis  Demonstrated active listening skills and crisis intervention practices to keep clients safe and provide hope in the midst of difficulty Xiao Chen (Lily) Li 3 AMS Speakeasy Peer Supporter (volunteer) 2009-­‐2011 AMS Speakeasy Program, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC  Provided confidential peer support, crisis intervention, and community referrals to members of the UBC student population  Listened to students regarding issues such as relationship problems, stress, sexuality issues, and depression while providing the support necessary to empower students to find ways of resolving their own problems Group Facilitator (volunteer) 2010-­‐2011 YWCA Welcome to My Life Program, Vancouver, BC  Co-­‐facilitated a program for grade seven girls geared at equipping them with the tools needed to successfully transition into high school  Discussed issues and led activities to promote healthy friendships, healthy living, positive choices, and positive body images, which resulted in feelings of safety, improved self-­‐esteem, and a readiness for high school among the group members CERTIFICATES Standard First Aid – CPR C with AED Food Safe Level 1 Training REFERENCES Dr. William James Professor, Department of Psychology University of British Columbia 2136 West Mall Vancouver, BC Tel: (604) 822-­‐3443 Email: sfreud@ubc.ca Dr. Mary Ainsworth Professor, Department of Psychology University of British Columbia 2136 West Mall Vancouver, BC Tel: (604) 822-­‐3241 Email: mainsworth@ubc.ca Karli Jung Coordinator, Youth Education Programs YWCA Metro Vancouver 535 Hornby St. Vancouver, BC Tel: (604) 895-­‐6472 Email: kjung@email.org