Hi! I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida. I graduated from Walden University with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with specialization in Crisis and Trauma. I also attended the Northern Illinois University School Counselor Institute where I received my endorsement in school counseling. I have held certifications in Advanced Trauma Treatment for Children and Adolescents, Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). I have been working with children and teenagers for over 25 years and have been in the counseling field for just over 6 years.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

After intake paperwork is completed by the parent/guardian (unless client is 18 years old), the parent, child, and I will complete a social history/assessment, so that I can get a complete history of the presenting problem. My goal is for my client to return ready to improve themselves.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have worked with children and adolescents for many years, which has allowed me to quickly connect to them on a therapeutic level. I have had many clients tell me that they do not want to talk to me about things and they quickly find themselves telling me everything.

About Jennifer vonPerbandt