JESSICA HIGGINS
New Milford
Summary
Dynamic Behavior Health Counselor at Midwestern Connecticut Council for Addiction, adept at leading clinical sessions and fostering client resilience through skill development and Dance Movement Therapy. Proficient in modern techniques and Pilates, I excel in creating supportive environments that enhance emotional processing and group cohesion, ensuring impactful therapeutic experiences.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Counselor
Midwestern Connecticut Council On Alcoholism
Kent, CT
12.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address client needs and promote recovery.
- Conducted therapeutic sessions utilizing evidence-based practices to improve mental health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for participant engagement.
- Conduct Dance Movement Therapy session to facilitate a mind body connection and improve mental health outcomes
Mental Health Counselor Intern
Midwestern Connecticut Council for Addiction, Trinity Glen Women's Program
Kent, CT
02.2025 - Current
- Leading Hazelden based clinical group session weekly
- Conducting client intake sessions
- Counseling individual client to work on skill development for relapse prevention
- Maintaining accurate records of client progress notes
Dance Movement Therapist Intern
Midwestern Connecticut Council for Addiction, Trinity Glen Women's Program
Kent, CT
09.2024 - Current
- Leading a clinical DMT group session weekly, focusing on mind body connection and processing emotions stored in the body
- Leading a group movement-based session weekly focusing on group cohesion
- Documentation of session notes, progress updates, and treatment plans
Dancer and Rehearsal Coach
Buglisi Dance Theatre
New York, NY
03.2013 - Current
- Perform Graham based modern dance works by Jacqulyn Buglisi
- Learn and rehearse choreography
- Help restage group ballets
- Note taking and correcting movement
Office Manager
Groundfloor Exercise
New York, NY
09.2012 - Current
- Scheduled clients for future appointments
- Solved client scheduling conflicts
- Recorded client payments and balanced records
Pilates Instructor
Groundfloor Exercise
New York, NY
08.2002 - Current
- Pilates Method Alliance certified, 2010
- Machine based individual and group Pilates sessions working on connecting client's mind and body while strengthening their muscles
- Teaching individuals ranging from adolescence to the elderly (13-93yr)
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Candidate
Rider University
12.2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
Wright State University
01.2004
Skills
- Dance: ballet and modern techniques
- Wedding cake decorating
- Pilates: machine and mat training
Accomplishments
Chi Sigma Lota, 2023-Present
American Counseling Association, 2024-Present
American Dance Therapy Association 2025-Present
Affiliations
- Chi Sigma Iota, 2023-Present
- American Counseling Association, 2024-Present
Certification
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training, 10/22/2024
Timeline
Behavioral Health Counselor
Midwestern Connecticut Council On Alcoholism
12.2025 - Current
Mental Health Counselor Intern
Midwestern Connecticut Council for Addiction, Trinity Glen Women's Program
02.2025 - Current
Dance Movement Therapist Intern
Midwestern Connecticut Council for Addiction, Trinity Glen Women's Program
09.2024 - Current
Dancer and Rehearsal Coach
Buglisi Dance Theatre
03.2013 - Current
Office Manager
Groundfloor Exercise
09.2012 - Current
Pilates Instructor
Groundfloor Exercise
08.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
Wright State University
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Candidate
Rider University