Before attaining a Master’s Degree in Education with a Specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from a Counsel for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Program (CACREP) at Florida Atlantic University, Bria obtained 20 plus years of teaching experience working with at-risk children and their families in educational environments. Bria is currently a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern working to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).

Bria’s professional background represents absolute value in verbal and written communication and well-versed in addressing the needs of individuals with learning disabilities, mental health and behavioral challenges. Skilled in written and verbal communication; building a strong therapeutic relationship with clients; needs assessments-substance abuse, suicide, trauma, and anxiety, depression, and mood disorders; counseling techniques; and treatment planning.