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J. Gregory Walsh

J. Gregory Walsh

Legal name: James Gregory Walsh

75 Willett Street, Apt. 3K · Albany, NY 12210 · (617) 383-3745 · jgwalsh@proton.me

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Summary

Mental health counselor based in Albany, NY, with over five years delivering crisis intervention, behavioral assessments, and clinical support to diverse groups in an academic-affiliated clinical environment emphasizing research-informed practices. Applies psychology, behavioral analysis, and statistical analysis to recognize patterns and assess human risk in security, operations, and digital environments. Proven in collaborative teams; seeking roles in analysis, security, or related fields.

Experience

Mental Health Counselor

McLean-Franciscan Child & Adolescent Inpatient Program – Brighton, MA

Full-time: May 2014 – October 2018 · Per diem: October 2018 – December 2020

  • Provided clinical counseling and therapeutic support to adolescents with diverse emotional, behavioral, and diagnostic needs in a secure inpatient setting.
  • Conducted behavioral assessments to identify triggers, developed individualized treatment plans, and monitored progress toward resilience and stability.
  • Led evidence-based CBT and DBT groups to build skills in emotional regulation, coping strategies, and interpersonal dynamics.
  • Managed acute crises with de-escalation, safety planning, and rapid intervention to protect clients and prevent escalation.
  • Collaborated with psychiatrists, nurses, and social workers to coordinate care, share insights, and align treatment goals.
  • Trained and mentored new staff and clinical interns on therapeutic protocols, accurate documentation, ethical standards, and patient-centered safety measures.
  • Maintained clinical standards and continuity of care during per diem shifts.

Research Assistant

UBS Financial Services Inc. – Albany, NY

May 2012 – September 2012 · Full-time

  • Conducted economic and market research using industry reports, official data sources, and analytical tools to inform investment decisions.
  • Evaluated financial instruments and securities for client portfolios and applied quantitative analysis to assess risks and opportunities.
  • Developed research primers and supported asset-allocation strategies for high-net-worth clients.

Intern

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney – Albany, NY

May 2011 – August 2011 · Full-time

  • Assisted in synthesizing financial data and performing trend analysis to create client-facing reports and materials.
  • Contributed to portfolio reviews, transaction pricing, and preparation of investment recommendations.

Education

Boston University

Boston, MA

May 2015 – May 2018

Completed more than 24 graduate-level credits in Clinical Psychology, Cognitive and Neuropsychology, Research Methods, and Advanced Statistics (non-degree).

Siena University

Loudonville, NY

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · Graduated December 2013

Skills

Behavioral and intervention

  • Crisis de-escalation and suicide prevention
  • Group facilitation (CBT/DBT) and therapeutic rapport
  • Pattern recognition for behavioral triggers and psychosocial factors
  • Structured interviewing to identify motivations and risks

Analytical and data

  • SPSS, R, and Excel; working knowledge of Python
  • Data interpretation for evidence-based conclusions
  • Hypothesis testing and methodological integrity in research

Technical

  • HTML and Tailwind CSS for platform development
  • Digital behavior analysis and threat environment profiling

Interpersonal and operational

  • Clinical documentation and care coordination
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration with medical and administrative teams
  • Confidentiality handling and HIPAA compliance
  • Team-based discipline from a competitive rugby background

Projects

Psyber Nexus

Independent Research Initiative · Albany, NY

2023 – Present

  • Develop an online platform exploring psychology, cybersecurity, and operational resilience.
  • Analyze digital deception, cognitive ergonomics, misinformation patterns, and threat-environment behavior.
  • Build the platform with HTML and Tailwind CSS, focusing on accessibility, user-friendly design, and clarity for investigative applications.
  • https://psyber.nexus

Volunteer

  • Serve as Planning & Fundraising Committee Member, Siena College Rugby Alumni Association (January 2014 – Present).
  • Participated as an athlete and volunteer in an Alzheimer’s Association charity tournament (April 2013).
  • Volunteered with Albany Area Habitat for Humanity (May 2009 – September 2009).