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Meet Jennie Vila

I was born and raised on the coast of Maine. I moved to New Jersey for college in 2003. I fell in love with both my husband and New Jersey and decided to stay. I have a little dog named Doc Hudson. I consider myself to be down to earth, friendly, fun and outgoing.

 

I enjoy spending time outside (when it's warm and sunny); I believe Mother Nature has her own curative powers for the soul. I love learning about pretty much anything and everything; I only wish there were more time in a day to do so.

 

Fun trivia: If I could choose any superpower, I'd choose teleportation so that I could easily travel the world and visit friends and family any time I wanted.

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Professional Experience & Information

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with approximately 15 years of professional experience working in the mental health field. I have worked in a variety of settings, including a psychiatric hospital for more than 5 years, in-home/in-community therapy, administration of a non-profit and conventional individual therapy.

Education:​

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Rutgers University

  • Master's of Education in Counseling Psychology from Rutgers University

  • Post-Master's License Work from Caldwell College

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Titles:

  • Licensed Professional Counselor, License Number 37PC00700300

  • Approved Clinical Supervisor, ACS 4044

  • Certified Integrative Mental Health Practitioner

  • Certified Integrative Wellness & Life Coach

Member of:​

  • American Counseling Association

  • American Psychological Association

  • New Jersey Counseling Association

  • American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

  • Human Rights Campaign.​

 

I have been a champion for the underdog since I was a child, always standing up for what is right and fighting for equality. In both my personal and professional life, I continue to be an active advocate for social equality, LGBTQIA rights, and mental health awareness, providing education and reducing stigma for people who are often marginalized by society. 

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Lucas (he/him/él) is a queer, first generation, bilingual, Colombian-American raised in Paterson, NJ, now living in Central New Jersey. 

 

After beginning studies in Neuroscience at The University of Scranton, Lucas finished a Bachelor's in psychology at Montclair State University. He went on to earn his Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling there as well. Lucas has worked with clients presenting with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, anger. Lucas has worked extensively with LGBTQIA clients and is passionate about supporting the whole of the Queer Community. 

 

Lucas is a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey. LAC 37AC00755100. In addition to providing therapy, Lucas works part time at Hudson County Community College as an academic advisor. Lucas is currently working on a book about allyship for Trans and Gender Diverse Communities. 

 

He lives with his partner, two cats, two frogs, and one gecko. 

 

Lucas is an enthusiastic amateur at many things, including bird watching, rock climbing, and being a person.

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