Nicole Trippett
Jacksonville
Summary
Registered Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and extensive experience in behavioral health, child welfare, crisis intervention, case management, and trauma-informed care. Skilled in conducting clinical assessments, treatment planning, psychosocial evaluations, crisis stabilization, and behavioral health consultations for children, adults, and families from diverse populations. Experienced working with individuals impacted by substance use, domestic violence, human trafficking, trauma, child abuse, mental health disorders, and family instability. Strong background collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, community providers, legal systems, and caregivers to improve client outcomes and ensure safety and stability. Dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered care while utilizing evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy. Currently completing post-graduate clinical training while providing outpatient mental health counseling services.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Finder Specialist
Florida Department of Children and Families
Jacksonville
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Conducted home studies, background screenings, home visits, and urinalysis testing for placement considerations
- Completed local and national searches to identify appropriate relatives and support systems for children involved in the dependency system
- Collaborated with legal professionals, caregivers, and child welfare staff to support permanency planning
Family Services Counselor
Daniel Kids
Jacksonville
04.2019 - 09.2022
- Provided case management and supportive services for families involved in the child welfare system
- Assisted parents with completing case plan tasks and accessing community-based services
- Supported foster parents and caregivers in addressing behavioral, emotional, and placement-related concerns
- Prepared court documentation and provided testimony regarding child welfare cases and family progress
Emergency Services Evaluator
Mental Health Resource Center
Jacksonville
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted crisis assessments and preliminary mental health evaluations for individuals presenting in psychiatric crisis
- Completed intake assessments and biopsychosocial evaluations
- Assisted with determining appropriate levels of care and crisis stabilization needs
- Collaborated with treatment teams to support safe discharge planning and service coordination
Targeted Case Manager
Social Care Services
Jacksonville
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Provided case management and crisis intervention services for adults with mental health diagnoses
- Coordinated psychiatric, medical, housing, and community support services
- Monitored client progress and maintained detailed clinical documentation
- Assisted clients with improving independent functioning and emotional stability
Child Protective Investigator
Florida Department of Children and Families
Jacksonville
09.2006 - 04.2017
- Conducted investigations involving allegations of abuse, neglect, abandonment, domestic violence, substance abuse, and child safety concerns
- Interviewed children, caregivers, collateral contacts, and professionals to assess risk and safety
- Developed and monitored safety plans to ensure child protection and family stabilization
- Worked collaboratively with law enforcement, medical providers, legal professionals, and community agencies
- Prepared investigative reports, court documentation, and provided expert testimony during legal proceedings
- Maintained accurate documentation and compliance with confidentiality standards
Clinical Mental Health Counselor - Registered Intern
Social Care Services
Jacksonville
- Provide individual mental health counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient community mental health setting through in-person and telehealth services
- Develop individualized treatment plans focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, behavioral stabilization, trauma recovery, and symptom management
- Conduct clinical assessments, biopsychosocial evaluations, and ongoing treatment reviews
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation including progress notes, treatment plans, and assessments
- Utilize evidence-based therapeutic interventions including CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy
- Support clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, family conflict, and psychosocial stressors
Behavioral Health Consultant
Florida Department of Children and Families
Jacksonville
03.2024 - 07.2026
- Conduct behavioral health consultations and assessments involving child safety, caregiver functioning, parental protective capacities, substance use, and mental health concerns
- Provide clinical guidance to investigators, caregivers, and child welfare professionals regarding behavioral health disorders, trauma, and substance abuse treatment
- Assess danger threats, safety management strategies, and service needs impacting children and families
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, community agencies, treatment providers, and legal professionals to coordinate services and support family stabilization
- Participate in staffing meetings, court-related proceedings, and multidisciplinary case reviews
- Provide crisis response and emergency behavioral health support during community disasters and emergencies
Field Experience Intern
Thoughts and Theories Counseling, LLC
Jacksonville
- Provided individual and group counseling services for adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
- Conducted intake assessments, treatment planning, and clinical documentation
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills, relapse prevention strategies, and emotional regulation techniques
- Utilized evidence-based interventions to support recovery and symptom management
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL08-2006
Skills
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Crisis Intervention and Stabilization
- Behavioral Health Assessment
- DSM-5 Diagnosis and Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Psychosocial Evaluations
- Substance Abuse Assessment
- Child Welfare and Family Systems
- Domestic Violence and Trauma
- Group Facilitation
- Case Management
- Motivational Interviewing
- Community Resource Coordination
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Documentation and Case Notes
- Court Testimony and Legal Collaboration
- Cultural Competency
- Telehealth Counseling Services
Training
- Human Trafficking
- Domestic Violence
- Child Welfare and Protective Investigations
Licensure Certifications Professional Development
- Registered Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern, #11570, Florida, Current
- Child Welfare Case Manager Certification, #01022254, 02/20 - Present
- Child Protective Investigator Certification, #0005250, 05/12 - Present
- Leadership Academy Graduate, Florida Department of Children and Families, 04/26
Timeline
Behavioral Health Consultant
Florida Department of Children and Families
03.2024 - 07.2026
Family Finder Specialist
Florida Department of Children and Families
09.2022 - 03.2024
Emergency Services Evaluator
Mental Health Resource Center
06.2021 - 01.2022
Family Services Counselor
Daniel Kids
04.2019 - 09.2022
Targeted Case Manager
Social Care Services
09.2017 - 04.2019
Child Protective Investigator
Florida Department of Children and Families
09.2006 - 04.2017
Field Experience Intern
Thoughts and Theories Counseling, LLC
Clinical Mental Health Counselor - Registered Intern
Social Care Services
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Florida