My time at the Winthrop Counseling Center was the best experience I could have asked for during my graduate program. The internship program allowed me to put into effect everything I was being taught in the classroom. This furthered my learning and understanding of being a professional counselor. I was given the opportunity to manage my own client case load, diagnose, and prepare a treatment plan for each individual. The amount of support and encouragement I received from all my colleagues helped me to figure out who I am as a counselor and where I wanted it to take me. They trusted and believed in me which I am so grateful. Through this experience, I realized that working with this particular population is my passion and calling. While most of the work came naturally for me, I was also challenged in many ways. I was forced outside of my comfort zone with many clients and had to learn to manage these types of situations to figure out what was best for my client. I couldn't have asked for a better experience to prepare me for my career as a counselor.
I am currently employed at Limestone College in Gaffney, SC. In addition to counseling students, I also teach psychology part time. Teaching was not part of my plan but I'm so glad this opportunity has come about. I enjoy learning and challenging myself in new ways everyday.
Currently, I am working on becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor. I only teach one class as of now. However, my director and I are working to have a concentration in counseling added to the psychology major at Limestone. This would hopefully mean more teaching opportunities in what I'm most passionate about.
