Beautiful Journey Counseling

ABOUT JESSICA
All my life I have been drawn to helping others. I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Ramapo College of New Jersey. I went on to pursue training as a yoga and meditation instructor and knew that I wanted to combine my love of helping people with a holistic approach. I received my master’s degree in counseling from Montclair State University while working as a graduate assistant for the university’s Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health. During this time, I was able to combine my love of helping children, my passion for psychology, and my understanding of the mind-body connection to nurture mental health.

I began my counseling career as an elementary school counselor, working with students in grades K-5 and teaching social-emotional learning. My experience working within the public education system has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to advocate for my clients within the education system from a mental health perspective. With over a decade of experience working with children and adolescents, I specialize in child development, emotional regulation, and healthy coping.

I enjoy spending quality time with family and friends, knitting, reading, doing yoga and spending time outdoors. I love to travel and experience different cultures!