Counseling and Advocacy Center Staff

Linda is the director of the Counseling and Advocacy Center at KCKCC. Her counseling style is person-centered, using techniques from a variety of therapies to best fit the needs of the student. She is a long-time Wyandotte County resident and has worked in both higher education and community mental health prior to coming to KCKCC.

Education

• Master of Arts in counseling and guidance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City
• Master of Arts in American history from Emporia State University, KS
• Bachelor of Science in education from Emporia State University, KS

Jennifer is the coordinator of counseling. Jennifer is also the Title IX Confidential Advocate and the advisor for the OQS Club. Jennifer's approach to counseling is person-centered, relationship-based and holistic. She uses a variety of therapies to fit individual student needs. She has served as a counselor at KCKCC for more than 30 years, previously working at the University of Kansas.

Education

• Master of Science in education in counseling psychology from University of Kansas, Lawrence
• Bachelor of Arts in art and psychology from Bethany College, Lindsborg, KS

Nicole is the college counselor. She has served students in many capacities in higher education. Her work at KCKCC is serving students who seek short-term personal, holistic, or mental health counseling to ensure overall student success, retention and optimal good mental health. Nicole is a veteran who served in the Kansas Army National Guard and Army Reserves.

Education

• Master of Education in counseling from Wichita State University, KS
• Bachelor of General Studies with an emphasis in sociology and psychology from Wichita State University, KS

Joan is the administrative assistant. She has worked as an executive administrative assistant and senior project manager for a Fortune 500 company. Joan enjoys music, has performed in opera and served as a church cantor. She loves the energy and enthusiasm of KCKCC students.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in business administration/ organizational management from University of La Verne, CA
• Project Management Certificate from University of California, Irvine