Gainesville Community Counseling Center

Vanessa Bain, Registered Clinical Social Work Intern

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Vanessa is an enthusiastic Registered Clinical Social Work Intern with a focus on counseling and assisting clients to achieve their goals. While working at the Refuge House Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center she realized her passion for working with adult and children survivors of abuse and trauma. She is passionate about helping individuals create…

Brandi Collison, LMHC

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I work with clients of all ages in processing complex trauma and exploring one’s identity. Whether you’re struggling with life transitions, navigating your gender or sexuality, or simply looking to gain some self-insight, it’s my privilege to create a mutual space with you in which you are actively respected and heard. Part of my current…

Melissa Rider, Registered Clinical Social Work Intern

Melissa Rider (she/her) earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Florida in 2019 and her Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University in 2023. She completed her social work internship at Pace Center for Girls where she provided trauma-informed counseling services to students ages 12 to 18, and then worked with…

Betsy Sullivan, MSW Candidate Clinical Intern

Pronouns: She/They Third-Year Master of Social Work student, Florida State University I am currently completing my second clinical placement at GCCC, where I bring a passionate and evolving practice in working with couples, families, and adolescents. My commitment is to provide a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment for individuals, couples, and families. With a foundation…