Mālō e Lelei Welcome

My name is 'Amelia Sete and I am a recent graduate of the School Counseling program at California State University, East Bay. I have recieved my Masters of Science degree in Counseling with the Pulpil Personnel Service (PPS) credential and am still working towards obtaining my Associate Marriage & Family Therapy (AMFT) license. 🎉

This portfolio displays my graduate work and professional development, which is in alignment with the professional program standards and competencies of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) PPS standards, and the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) code of ethics.

You will find that I was able to put what I have learned to practice through interning at Westlake Middle School (year 1), Hayward High School (year 2) and Chabot Community College (year 2). I am dedicated to advancing equity and establishing a safe space for students to excel and thrive.

Thanks for checking out my portfolio!

seteamelia@gmail.com

Background

Mālō e lelei / Welcome!

One of my greatest inspirations growing up is Tupac Shakur. Despite what the broader media portrayed him as, I loved reading his poetry and feeling empowered that even after all that he gone through, he remained empathetic towards children and the future generation, spoke highly of his mother and always found a different perspective to take on the world. He inspired hope in places where they feel hopeless - hence "long live the rose that grew from concrete." My favorite quote from him that actually spurred me to become a counselor is:

"I'm not saying I'm gonna rule the world or I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee you that I will spark the brain that will change the world. And that's our job, It's to spark somebody else watching us,"

Tupac Shakur.🌹

Being the oldest of six to immigrant parents, and living in a low-income hoursehold, it was inevitable for us to face different challenges. Although we didn’t have much, my parents instilled in us the importance of dreaming big and making the most of what we had. Watching my mom turn almost nothing in the kitchen into nourishing meals, and listening to my parents share their immigration stories and sacrifices, taught me resilience and gratitude. Their journey continues to motivate me to keep moving forward and chipping away at my goals.

Outside of school and work, I love to hang out with my family, go to the movies, attend concerts, sing, enjoy beautiful views and do crafty things.