I am Jessica Malvicino, a South Florida native, passionate about helping others. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who graduated in 2006 with my Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Florida International University, and in 2013 received my Master’s degree, with honors, in Mental Health Counseling, from Walden University. I received the prestigious recognition from the National Board for Certified Counselors to be a National Certified Counselor and Subject Matter Expert for the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination. I'm also the recipient of the 2023 Healthcare Champion Emerging Leader Award by the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, I'm certified as a Level II TEAM-CBT Therapist, specializing in relationships, habits and addictions, and eating disorders. At a very young age, 3 years old, I began my artistic career dancing ballet. I danced with Miami City Ballet and graduated as a professional dancer from Ballet Concerto in 2003. By the time I became an adolescent I had participated in music videos with Gloria Estefan, danced with numerous known artists including Jon Secada, performed for the Cristina Saralegui Show and modeled the runways. Additionally, I was the Entertainment Reporter for the television show “Paparazzi TV” aired on MegaTV, and the co-host alongside her prestigious mother, Dra. Vivian Gonzalez-Diaz, of the show “Catarsis con la Dra Vivian” for whom both currently have a podcast named “Esto es una Catarsis”. I'm huge advocate for children, and women with fertility problems. I'm also a Guardian Angel of the Holtz Children’s Hospital of Jackson Health Foundation and participate in numerous community events. I'm dedicated to my profession and passion for the industry.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I work off a TEAM CBT approach. In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, and make sure I am the right therapist for you to achieve your goals. Then will dive into the specific challenges you're facing providing the empathy and understanding you need. Once established will dive into the best methods to achieve your well-being.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths beyond my expertise and knowledge, is to make sure I am reaching your needs. This is about you and what you need. Additionally, I work based on ethical practices and empirical research.