Juanita Mejia
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Winter Park
Summary
Motivated and compassionate mental health professional with experience in community settings, skilled in mental health assessment, client advocacy, and rapport building. Proven ability to develop effective treatment plans and conduct impactful psychotherapy sessions. Committed to fostering client independence through resource navigation and skill development for effective coping and functioning, utilizing evidence-based interventions to promote positive change.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern Student
The Outlook Clinic
08.2025 - Current
- Complete Biopsychosocial evaluations
- Provided a diagnosis using the DSM-5-TR, based on reported and observed symptoms
- Develop treatment plans
- Conduct psychotherapy sessions in person and via telehealth
- Implement evidenced-based interventions to facilitate change and address mental health concerns
- Complete documentation in a thorough and timely manner
Targeted Case Manager
Chrysalis Health
08.2022 - Current
- Complete assessments to identify clients' needs.
- Develop service plans with detailed goals and objectives.
- Conduct home visits in person and via telehealth to work on goals
- Connect clients to community resources
- Navigate resources with clients, helping clients locate, access, and navigate resources independently.
- Work collaboratively with other professionals and providers.
Human Services Counselor
Department of Children and Families, Adult Protective Services
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Assess the needs of vulnerable adults
- Provide case management services for vulnerable adults
- Implement a care plan with the services provided to clients
- Conduct home visits in person and via telehealth
- Monitor client progress
- Identify community resources and refer clients to services
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Rollins College
Winter Park 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL 05.2001 -
Skills
Mental health assessment
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Acceptance and commitment therapy
Client advocacy
Psychoeducation delivery
Individual counseling
Building rapport
Multicultural competence
Certification
CFARS and FARS
Timeline
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern Student
The Outlook Clinic
08.2025 - Current
CFARS and FARS
04-2024
Targeted Case Manager
Chrysalis Health
08.2022 - Current
Human Services Counselor
Department of Children and Families, Adult Protective Services
07.2020 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Rollins College
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The Florida State University
05.2001 -