The Florida Center for Early Childhood
Jackie Brown is a skilled mental health professional with extensive experience in various counseling and social service roles. Currently serving as a School Based Therapist at The Florida Center for Early Childhood since July 2023, Jackie previously held similar positions at First Step of Sarasota, Inc. and Southwest Florida Counseling Center. Past experience includes a range of roles such as Care Manager at Family Health Centers of South West Florida and Social Worker at Pines of Sarasota, Inc., where responsibilities involved overseeing the psychosocial needs of long-term care residents and completing Medicaid and Medicare documentation. Jackie also has experience as a Targeted Case Manager, Probation Officer, and Addiction Specialist, showcasing a solid background in managing diverse cases. Education includes a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Central Florida.
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The Florida Center for Early Childhood
The Florida Center for Early Childhood is a 501c-3 nonprofit organization with programs across Southwest Florida. Its mission is "to help build and foster strong families and expand the potential of young children." For more than 40 years, the agency has been a leading provider of therapeutic services, early education, and healthy development for children in southwest Florida. Services focus on infants and children through eight years old who are at risk for academic, social, or economic failure. Parents and family members receive the education and support necessary to nurture their child's growth, while advancing their own opportunities for further education and economic self-sufficiency. Over 2,500 children benefit from the programs annually. As needs continue to grow in our community, The Florida Center is committed to helping local children and families overcome their challenges and reach their full potential.