Jaclyn Fortier
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| Born | March 1, 1978 Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| 🏳️ Nationality | American |
| 💼 Occupation | Mental health advocate; founder of Carolina Counseling Wellness Associates |
| Known for | Psychological safety initiatives; trauma-informed counseling; workplace wellness consulting |
| 🌐 Website | jaclynfortier |
Jaclyn Marie Fortier (born March 1, 1978) is an American mental health counselor, public speaker, and the founder of Carolina Counseling Wellness Associates (CCWA), a North Carolina–based mental health organization. She is known for her work in trauma-informed counseling, psychological safety in the workplace, and narrative-based approaches to emotional resilience.[1][2]
Her professional work includes counseling services, workplace wellness consulting, public speaking, and narrative therapy. Fortier has also announced upcoming writing and speaking projects scheduled for release in 2026.[3]
Early life and education
Fortier was born in Worcester, Massachusetts.[1] She later lived in Connecticut before entering the U.S. Navy, where she served prior to beginning her academic career.[2] She is a first-generation college graduate and earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Maryland Global Campus in 2004.[4]
She completed her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling at Webster University in 2008 and pursued advanced counseling coursework at Johns Hopkins University in 2013.[4]
Career
Carolina Counseling Wellness Associates
Fortier is the founder of Carolina Counseling Wellness Associates (CCWA), a North Carolina–based mental health organization offering trauma-informed counseling, workplace wellness programs, and narrative therapy tools for individuals and organizations.[5]
The practice has been featured for its holistic approach to emotional wellness, blending clinical counseling with narrative-based methods and workplace culture consulting.[6]
Workplace psychological safety
Fortier leads workplace programs that focus on psychological safety, leadership development, and organizational culture. Her training emphasizes empathetic leadership, employee voice, and structures that support personal and professional well-being.[1] Her initiatives include consulting for emerging leaders, corporate workshops, and one-on-one coaching.[7]
Narrative therapy and resilience work
Fortier is known for her use of storytelling as a therapeutic tool, helping individuals build emotional resilience, personal agency, and self-awareness through narrative work.[5] Her counseling philosophy emphasizes self-trust, reflective practices, and healing through personal stories rather than prescriptive mental health routines.[2]
Public speaking and writing
Fortier conducts speaking series on empowerment, resilience, and emotional awareness, including “Finding Your Voice Through Adversity,” which focuses on self-expression and self-trust.[8]
She also writes on subjects such as psychological safety, intentional living, and mindfulness frameworks.[9][10]
Fortier has announced two forthcoming books and additional academic and corporate speaking engagements planned for 2026.[3]
Professional focus
Fortier’s professional work centers on:
- Trauma-informed counseling
- Psychological safety in organizational culture
- Emotional resilience and mindfulness
- Narrative therapy and storytelling
- Workplace wellness and leadership development
Her approach integrates clinical training with lived experience, including military service and early life adversity.[11]
Personal life
Fortier resides in High Point, North Carolina.[4] She is the mother of two daughters.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Carolina Counseling Wellness Associates' Jaclyn Fortier Introduces Program to Enhance Psychological Safety at Work". MSN. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Jaclyn Fortier Expands Empowerment Mission with New Tools for Mental Health Resilience". IPS News. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Jaclyn Fortier and Carolina Counseling Wellness Associates Launch Initiative to End Mental Health Stigma". Yahoo! Finance. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 "Jaclyn Fortier". Crunchbase. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Jaclyn Fortier and Carolina Counseling Wellness Associates Champion Storytelling as a Path to Healing and Self-Discovery". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ↑ "Jaclyn Fortier and Carolina Counseling Wellness Associates Launch Initiative to End Mental Health Stigma". Big News Network. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ↑ "Carolina Counseling Wellness Associates Develops Wellness Program for Safer, Healthier Workplaces". Barchart. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ↑ "Jaclyn Fortier Shares a Speaking Series on Finding Your Voice Through Adversity". The Boss Magazine. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ↑ "Jaclyn Fortier Shares Mindfulness Framework to Help Women Navigate Adversity with Purpose". TechBullion. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ↑ "Jaclyn Fortier Introduces Day Design Philosophy for Intentional Living and Personal Growth". Metapress. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
- ↑ "Jaclyn Fortier's Journey Toward Purpose-Driven Mental Wellness Work". MENAFN. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
