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Jessica E. Danegelis

Boynton Beach,FL

Summary

Compassionate Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with experience providing individual and group therapy to diverse populations. Skilled in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and trauma using evidence-based approaches including Brainspotting, CBT, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness. Known for building strong therapeutic relationships and supporting clients in achieving emotional growth and stability.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
4042
4042
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Breakwater Psychotherapy
Boca Raton, FL
02.2025 - Current

• Provided individual counseling to clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorders, and other mental health concerns

• Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans based on client needs and clinical assessments

• Utilized evidence-based approaches such as Brainspotting, CBT, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness techniques

• Conducted biopsychosocial assessments and maintained accurate clinical documentation (progress notes, treatment plans)

• Built therapeutic rapport while maintaining ethical standards and professional boundaries

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and supervisors to support client care and treatment outcomes

• Assisted clients in developing coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and behavioral goals

• Managed caseload and ensured timely follow-up and continuity of care

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Ellie Mental Health
Boca Raton, FL
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Provided individual counseling to clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorders, and other mental health concerns
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans based on client needs and clinical assessments
  • Utilized evidence-based approaches such as CBT, person-centered therapy, mindfulness techniques, etc.
  • Conducted biopsychosocial assessments and maintained accurate clinical documentation (progress notes, treatment plans)
  • Built therapeutic rapport while maintaining ethical standards and professional boundaries
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and supervisors to support client care and treatment outcomes
  • Assisted clients in developing coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and behavioral goals
  • Managed caseload and ensured timely follow-up and continuity of care

Student Intern

South Florida Therapeutic Solutions
Pembroke Pines, Florida
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Assisted in facilitating group sessions for court-mandated clients (anger management, substance use, or behavioral intervention programs)
  • Observed and supported licensed therapists in delivering evidence-based treatment approaches
  • Built rapport with clients while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality
  • Documented client progress notes and session summaries in accordance with ethical and legal standards
  • Supported intake processes, including collecting client history and relevant background information
  • Helped monitor client compliance with court-ordered treatment plans and attendance
  • Managed administrative tasks such as scheduling, file organization, and maintaining accurate records
  • Collaborated with clinical staff to ensure continuity of care and appropriate client support
  • Met with clients one on one under supervision

Legal Assistant

Sternberg/Forsythe, P.A.
06.2020 - 08.2023
  • Open client files in client management program.
  • Request, follow up, and retrieve medical records.
  • Process and deposit bank deposits.
  • Accounting data entry.
  • Scan and process office mail.
  • Manage the Firm's service email account.
  • Communicate, email and mail to/from clients for contracts, letters of representation, good faith letters, releases, earning reports, etc.
  • Prepare Response to Produce.
  • Prepare, email and mail client's Petition for Benefits.

Hostess

Madisons New York Grill & Bar
08.2018 - 12.2018

Coordinating Assistant

FAU Wave Program
06.2017 - 08.2018
  • Assisted the FAU Wave coordinator with all aspects of the Wave undergraduate student competition including data entry, promotional project ordering, planning and ordering food for events, setting up for events, promoting the program on the FAU Boca Raton campus.

Take Out Food Server / Cashier

Lucille's Bad to the Bone BBQ
06.2016 - 06.2017

Hostess

Mulligan's Beach House
06.2015 - 06.2016

Hostess

Sal's Italian Restaurant
06.2015 - 08.2015

File Clerk/Intern

Scott J. Sternberg & Associates, P.A
06.2014 - 08.2014

Junior Camp Counselor

Jewish Community Center
06.2014 - 08.2014

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
08.2022 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Business - Marketing

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL

High School Degree -

Park Vista Community

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork
  • Enthusiasm
  • Positive energy

Timeline

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Breakwater Psychotherapy
02.2025 - Current

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Ellie Mental Health
10.2024 - 01.2025

Student Intern

South Florida Therapeutic Solutions
08.2023 - 08.2024

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Nova Southeastern University
08.2022 - 08.2024

Legal Assistant

Sternberg/Forsythe, P.A.
06.2020 - 08.2023

Hostess

Madisons New York Grill & Bar
08.2018 - 12.2018

Coordinating Assistant

FAU Wave Program
06.2017 - 08.2018

Take Out Food Server / Cashier

Lucille's Bad to the Bone BBQ
06.2016 - 06.2017

Hostess

Mulligan's Beach House
06.2015 - 06.2016

Hostess

Sal's Italian Restaurant
06.2015 - 08.2015

File Clerk/Intern

Scott J. Sternberg & Associates, P.A
06.2014 - 08.2014

Junior Camp Counselor

Jewish Community Center
06.2014 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Business - Marketing

Florida Atlantic University

High School Degree -

Park Vista Community
Jessica E. Danegelis