Approaching the Finish Line These questions point toward the beginning of a new stage, yet they are not completely new. Over the past three years, this program has asked much more of me than learning theories or practicing co…

I’m about to enter the final quarter of my counseling program. In this blog post, I share a few thoughts on reaching this milestone and preparing for what comes next.

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Summer Quarter: Family Systems and Sexuality in Counseling These two courses will strengthen my readiness for the next phase of training. But more than a bridge to practicum, this quarter represents an opportunity to broaden my perspective and honor my com…

Summer quarter is here, and I’m starting my final two courses before Practicum: Family Systems Theory and Sexual Issues in Counseling. Both promise to challenge and shape me in new ways.

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Finding Purpose Through Service Service is not something to postpone until after graduation. It is something to live out now. Like education, counseling is a shared endeavor. We move forward by supporting one another, and I want …

Through my involvement with the local chapter of Chi Sigma Iota at Palo Alto University and my work with SVC-CAMFT, I have found purpose in supporting peers and contributing to the growth of our profession.
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Insights from Spring Quarter In Child and Adolescent Counseling, I was introduced to play therapy and its potential for working with children. Although our exposure was introductory, it offered valuable insights. One assignmen…

I’m sharing my latest blog post on wrapping up spring quarter in the counseling program. I explore key takeaways from Crisis & Trauma Counseling, play session with children, and my path to practicum placement.
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Guest Post: Steffan Piper I came to Palo Alto University to continue my path of service and strive to be there for others in the best capacity possible. In my own circles where I live in the Palm Springs region, it was appa…

I am honored to feature my classmate Steffan Piper on the blog this week. A veteran, author, coach, and now counselor-in-training.
His story reminds us that the path to becoming a therapist often begins with a commitment to service.

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Interview: Dr. Regina Moro Dr. Regina Moro wears many hats at Palo Alto University, and I have had the privilege of seeing several of them up close.

I interviewed Dr. Regina Moro—counselor educator, licensed clinician, addiction specialist, and my academic advisor at #PaloAltoUniversity. Our conversation touched on the heart of advising & how her clinical background continues to shape her teaching.
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What Residency II Taught Me About Counseling and Community This was not part of the official schedule, and it was clear she was doing it simply because she cared. What followed was one of the most memorable experiences of the week. As I watched her work, I…

Just wrapped up Residency II in my counseling program, and it was a week filled with learning, connection, and meaningful growth. I reflected on it all in my latest blog post.

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Spring Quarter Begins: Residency II, Crisis Counseling, and the Road to Internship The highlight of this quarter is Residency II, an immersive in-person experience designed to sharpen our counseling skills through intensive practice and direct feedback from faculty and peers. I a…

Spring quarter has begun at Palo Alto University. This term, I’m focusing on Residency II, Child & Adolescent Counseling, and Crisis a& Trauma Counseling while also applying for practicum/internship placement.
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