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Dani Goldstein

Jersey City,New Jersey

Summary

Passionate and client-centered clinical mental health counselor dedicated to empowering individuals through collaborative, strengths-based care. Skilled in creating safe, trusting spaces where clients feel heard and supported, while integrating evidence-based approaches such as CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques. Experienced in crisis response and suicide risk assessment, with a commitment to guiding clients toward resilience, growth, and meaningful change.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Group Counseling Facilitator (Paid Extension of Internship)

FSCS Health Center
06.2025 - 06.2025
  • Facilitated daily counseling and psychoeducational groups for adolescents, focusing on stress management, coping strategies, conflict resolution, and healthy peer relationships.
  • Developed and adapted group curricula and experiential activities to address student needs and promote skill-building.
  • Managed group dynamics by encouraging participation, mediating conflicts, and fostering a supportive environment for emotional growth.
  • Completed group documentation, including attendance, progress summaries, and behavioral observations, in accordance with school and agency guidelines.

Counseling Intern

FSCS Health Center
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Provided individual and group counseling to adolescents with diverse emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns, applying CBT, SFBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based interventions.
  • Conducted intakes, psychosocial assessments, and clinical interviews to identify client needs and guide treatment planning under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.
  • Responded to crises by performing suicide risk screenings, de-escalating acute situations, and collaborating with families, school staff, and outside providers to ensure safety and continuity of care.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of progress notes, treatment plans, and reports in compliance with school and state requirements.

Education

Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Track

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theatre with a Dance Emphasis

The Boston Conservatory
Boston, MA

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention & Suicide Risk Assessment
  • Evidence-Based Interventions: CBT, SFBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness
  • Group Counseling & Psychoeducation
  • Adolescent & Transitional Age Youth Counseling
  • Collaborative Care with Multidisciplinary Teams
  • Clinical Documentation & EHR Systems

Certification

Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), NJ – Pending (NCE Passed August 31, 2025)

Related Professional Experience

Private Childcare Provider/Nanny, 2014-2025

Various Families - NJ & NYC

  • Collaborated with families to provide individualized care for children (newborn-12), supporting social, emotional, and behavioral development


Cats Broadway National Tour | Performer (Jennyanydots), 2019-2020

  • Collaborated with a team under high-pressure conditions
  • Taught master classes and mentored aspiring performers

Hobbies and Interests

Tap dancing, singing, animals, and finding the best bagel in every city I visit!

Timeline

Group Counseling Facilitator (Paid Extension of Internship)

FSCS Health Center
06.2025 - 06.2025

Counseling Intern

FSCS Health Center
09.2024 - 06.2025

Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Track

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theatre with a Dance Emphasis

The Boston Conservatory

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