Selected CV

Dr. Vassilia Binensztok, PhD, LMHC, NCC, QS

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Founder & Clinical Director, Juno Counseling and Wellness Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

This page presents a selection of Dr. Binensztok’s academic background, publications, leadership, and professional contributions. A full academic CV is available upon request.

Snapshot of Expertise

Areas of Focus

  • Trauma-informed care • Nervous system regulation • Psychodynamic Therapy • Family systems • Reunification therapy • Integrative psychotherapy • Clinical supervision • Community mental health leadership

Professional Roles

  • Founder & CEO • Clinical Director • Educator • Author • Speaker • Board Chair

Education

PhD, Counseling & Counselor Education (CACREP

Florida Atlantic University
Dissertation: The Influence of Reflective Practice on Counselor Trainees’ Case Conceptualization Competence

MS, Mental Health Counseling

Nova Southeastern University

BA, English (Creative Writing), Minor in Sociology

Dartmouth College

Study Abroad

Universitat de Barcelona – Language & Culture Immersion

Licensure & Core Credentials

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Florida)
  • National Certified Counselor (NBCC)
  • Qualified Supervisor for Registered Mental Health Counseling Interns
  • Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider
  • Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator

Clinical Leadership & Experience

Founder & CEO | Clinical Director

Juno Counseling and Wellness - Palm Beach Gardens, FL (2017–present)

Founded and lead a multidisciplinary mental health and wellness practice integrating evidence-based psychotherapy with nervous-system-informed and somatic approaches. Developed a proprietary model combining trauma-focused therapy (EMDR, DBT, IFS, Gottman Method) with innovative interventions including functional nutrition and sensory-based care. Designed and launched a dedicated sensory room to support neurodivergent clients and emotional regulation.

Provides strategic leadership in clinical supervision, program development, clinician training, and organizational growth. Juno serves as a clinical training site for graduate programs nationwide.

Past experience includes work in a hospital mental health unit, working in a college counseling center, running treatment groups for chronic mental illness, and case management in the Department of Children and Families

Selected Publications

Peer-Reviewed Journals

  • Sperry, L., & Binensztok, V. (2019). Adlerian Pattern-Focused Therapy in clinical practice. Journal of Individual Psychology, 75(2).
  • Sperry, L., & Binensztok, V. (2018). Adlerian Pattern-Focused Therapy: A treatment manual. Journal of Individual Psychology, 74(3).

Books

  • Multicultural Child Maltreatment Risk Assessment. Routledge.
  • Ultra-Brief Cognitive Behavioral Interventions. Routledge.
  • Learning and Practicing Adlerian Therapy. Cognella.

Book Chapters (Selected)

  • Child abuse assessment strategy and inventories. Routledge.
  • Spiritual and religious interventions in third-wave CBT. Routledge.

Academic Teaching & Training

Dr. Binensztok has served as affiliate or adjunct faculty at CACREP-accredited programs including Northwestern University (The Family Institute), Florida Atlantic University, St. Bonaventure University, Lynn University, and Palm Beach State College.

Courses taught span psychopathology, counseling theories, research methods, assessment, practicum and internship supervision, multicultural mental health, and human sexuality.

Professional Service & Board Leadership

  • Chair, Board of Directors — Vita Nova, Inc

Media Features & Public Scholarship

Dr. Binensztok’s work has been featured or quoted in national and regional outlets including Forbes, Parents, Yahoo, MSN, Real Simple, City Lifestyle, WPBF Channel 25, Tiny Buddha, and Marie Claire Australia.

She regularly provides expert commentary, professional trainings, and keynote talks on trauma, nervous system regulation, burnout, family systems, and modern mental health care.

Speaking engagements include:

  • Palm Beach County Bar Association
  • Healing Trauma Summit
  • Palm Beach Rotary
  • Association of Fundraising Professionals
  • Extraordinary Charities
  • Benjamin School
  • Mental Health Counselor’s Association of Palm Beach County
  • American Counseling Association
  • Community organizations, professional associations, schools, podcasts, and conferences

BOOKS

Multicultural Child Maltreatment Risk Assessment

Binensztok, V. (2021, July). Multicultural child maltreatment risk assessment: Effective evaluation for diverse populations. Routledge.

Ultra-Brief Cognitive Behavioral Interventions

Sperry, L., & Binensztok, V. (2019). Ultra-brief cognitive-behavioral interventions: A new practice model for mental health and integrated care. Routledge.

Learning and Practicing Adlerian Therapy

Sperry, L., & Binensztok, V. (2019). Learning and practicing Adlerian therapy. Cognella.

Awards & Recognition

  • Apogee Award - Healthcare Innovator
  • Giraffe Award - Women’s Chamber of Commerce (Health Category)
  • Best of Palm Beach County - Winner
  • Best of Florida - Winner

For academic collaboration, media inquiries, or speaking engagements, please contact Juno Counseling and Wellness.

Multicultural Child Maltreatment Risk Assessment

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