97 Millennium - Nineteenth Edition HEALTH AND WELLNESS beginning as a crisis intervention specialist with Preferred Behavioral Health Group. She went on to operate as a therapist at GenPsych, serving in an intensive outpatient environment. Furthermore, she worked with Modern Therapy LLC for private practice for individual therapy. These previous opportunities provided Ms. Vlossak with vital experience dealing with mood disorders, substance abuse and eating disorders. Likewise, she received advanced, foundational training in dialectical behavioral therapy and formal training with the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals. She also holds certifications as a crisis intervention specialist and the “Nurtured Heart Approach.” Ms. Vlossak pursued a formal education at the onset of her vocational journey, following her passion for mental health care. She initially earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, followed by a master’s degree in professional counseling at Liberty University. During her graduate studies, she pursued internships in the field and transitioned to full-time work in 2018 after graduating. Ms. Vlossak attributes much of her success to the unwavering love and support of her parents and the guidance of her mentor during high school. This mentor, a counselor and clinical psychologist, not only inspired her career choice but also provided invaluable advice on college selection and course decisions. She considers opening Emerging Wellness, where she serves as the chief executive officer, to be her greatest accomplishment to date. Looking ahead, Ms. Vlossak aims to expand her business and continue providing accessible telehealth and in-person care for those in need. She is developing an EOP track for eating disorders with meal support and has started a support group for Asian Americans and people of color, which meets once a week. She hopes this will provide community, bonding and support in the current societal climate. As a mental health professional and business owner, she strives to provide accessible and compassionate care, and she remains determined to cultivate an environment that supports both her clients and her team.
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