Brianna Pellentier (Intern therapist)
Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student with 6+ years embedded in behavioral health practice operations, now completing direct clinical training with a focus on trauma-informed, relational, and embodied approaches to care. Trained in ACT, IFS, and somatic frameworks, with particular interest in trauma, relational and couples work, and human sexuality. Brings a systems-level understanding of how practices function alongside a genuine commitment to sitting with the complexity of clients' lived experiences.
E D U C A T I O N |
Master of Science, Clinical Mental Health Counseling | 2024 – present
Rhode Island College, Providence, RI · Expected Graduation: May 2027
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology | 2013 – 2017
University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI
Dean's List 2013–2016, 2018–2019 · National Honor Society of Leadership & Success · Emerging Leaders Program
C L I N I C A L T R A I N I N G & F I E L D E X P E R I E N C E |
Graduate Clinical Intern — The Center for Growth, Providence, RI | Aug 2026 – present
- Practicing under licensed clinical supervision. Working with clients navigating relational and attachment concerns, sexuality and intimacy issues, and the ongoing effects of trauma.
DV Support Group Facilitator, Contract — Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center, Warwick, RI | May 2026 – present
- Retained on a contract basis following clinical internship to continue facilitating a weekly support group for clients impacted by domestic violence.
Graduate Clinical Intern — Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center, Warwick, RI | Jan 2026 – May 2026
- Provided individual counseling to clients impacted by domestic violence under licensed clinical supervision.
- Developed trauma-informed case conceptualization and intervention skills within a DV-specialist setting.
- Administered outcome measures and maintained clinical documentation in compliance with site and university requirements.
Social Work Intern — The Providence Center, Providence, RI | Jun 2016 – Aug 2016
Completed undergraduate social work internship within a community mental health setting.
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E |
Director of Operations — Compassionate Counseling Company, Fall River, MA | Jan 2023 – present
- Oversee daily clinical operations including therapist support workflows, client intake, and service delivery systems within a private group practice.
- Manage billing, insurance verification, claims, and accounts receivable; lead resolution of credentialing and denial issues across multiple providers.
- Support strategic planning, new service development, and performance improvement using data-driven insights.
- Hire, train, and supervise administrative staff; cultivate a collaborative, mission-driven team culture.
Practice Manager — Social Compass Counseling, North Kingstown, RI | Jan 2019 – 2024
- Managed day-to-day operations of a private counseling practice including scheduling, intake coordination, and clinician support.
- Maintained compliance processes and supported practice growth through systems development and administrative infrastructure.
Practice Manager — Polaris Counseling & Consulting, LLC, North Providence, RI | Jun 2017 – Dec 2018
- Provided administrative and operational support across all aspects of a private practice setting.
Group Fitness Instructor — Rhode Island Hot Yoga, Providence, RI | Aug 2023 – present
Certified instructor; teaches group yoga classes with emphasis on embodiment, breath, and nervous system regulation.
R E L E V A N T A C A D E M I C & V O L U N T E E R E X P E R I E N C E |
The Body Project Trained Facilitator — University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI | 2016 – 2018
Facilitated programs to raise awareness of disordered eating and promote positive body image; developed foundational skills in psychoeducation, group facilitation, and prevention work.
Certified Seminar Facilitator — Institute for Nonviolence & Peace Studies, URI, Kingston, RI | 2016 – 2018
Co-led interactive seminars on nonviolent conflict resolution methods.
Lactation Consulting Intern — Healthy Babies Happy Moms, East Greenwich, RI | 2018
Supported lactation consulting services in a client-facing care environment.
