Vera Bellamy is a distinguished virtual clinician at Genesis Counseling, providing expert mental health services with a compassionate and client-centered approach. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University, graduating with honors and a GPA of 3.8, and is a member of the Psi Chi Honors Society. Vera also earned a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in French from the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated with honors and a minor in Philosophy.
Vera is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with proficiency in multiple therapeutic approaches, including Psychodynamic, Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Mindfulness, and Group Therapy. Fluent in English, French, and Bulgarian, she is also adept with Microsoft Office Suite and various computer platforms.
In her role at Genesis Counseling, Vera brings a wealth of experience from her diverse background in mental health and education. As a therapist at Marriage and Family Services in Delray Beach, FL, she provided individual counseling for children, adults, and couples. At The Recovery Team in Delray Beach, FL, she managed an active caseload, offering individual, group, and family therapies, documenting patient progress, and developing and modifying treatment plans. Her previous role as a primary therapist at Galt Ocean Rehab involved individual and group counseling at the PHP/IOP level and maintaining detailed documentation in Kipu.
Vera’s clinical internship at the Association for Community Counseling in Delray Beach, FL, provided her with comprehensive experience in individual, group, and couples counseling, focusing on Client-Centered Therapy. She conducted diagnostic interviews, intake evaluations, and progress notes, formulating treatment plans and case conceptualizations.
In addition to her mental health counseling expertise, Vera has been a Meditation and Mindfulness Instructor at Colors of Wisdom, LLC, since July 2016, leading workshops and one-on-one sessions. Her teaching experience includes roles as an Adult Education Instructor at Palm Beach School District, an Academic Consultant for Wyzant and Signature Academics, and a French Teacher at various institutions.
Vera’s IT and linguistic experience as a French Linguist and Language Specialist for companies such as Medialocate, Pinger, Square, and Sony Computer Entertainment America further enhances her diverse skill set.
Recipient of the Polly Willkie Humanitarian Award at NSU for 2019/2020 and creator of one of the Best 100 French blogs for infrenchstyle.com, Vera is a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA), Psi Chi Honors Society, and the Berkeley Alumni Association. She has also attended Meditation training at the Academy of Intuition Medicine and received state-approved vocational certification in Spiritual Coaching.
With her extensive background and commitment to ethical and professional conduct, Vera Bellamy provides high-quality, empathetic care to her clients, helping them achieve personal growth and well-being through a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship.
Vera is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida. She is an Independent Contractor with Genesis Counseling. Vera is In-Network with the following insurance panels: United Healthcare, Optum, Cigna, Aetna, FL Blue, BCBS, Humana and TriCare. Vera accepts private pay clients with a fee range of $175-225.
Vera can be found on Psychology Today.
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