University of Mary Counseling Program

Congratulations Graduate Counseling Class of 2026! We are so grateful for the time you spent with us. God be with you in your heart work. 💙🧡

We don’t want to start without you!

If you have been thinking about becoming a counselor, we would love to tell you about our CACREP accredited programs in clinical mental health and school counseling as well as our specialized Catholic Anthropology certificate program. Online & In-person programming available! 💻 👨🏻‍🎓

Learn more here:

School Counseling:
https://online.umary.edu/academics/masters-doctoral-programs/master-science-counseling-school-counseling

Clinical Mental Health Counseling:
https://online.umary.edu/academics/masters-doctoral-programs/master-science-counseling-clinical-mental-health-counseling

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Allison Hunter, our new School Counseling Internship Director at the University of Mary.

Dr. Hunter is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in Texas and the owner of Selah Counseling, where she provides compassionate, trauma-informed care. Her work integrates EMDR, Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI), and trauma-informed yoga to support healing and resilience.

Known for her warm and grounded presence, Dr. Hunter brings both experience and heart to her work with students. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys time with her dogs, good books, meaningful moments with loved ones, and new adventures.

She is also a proud a mama to 6 and Gigi to 7, roles she treasures deeply.

We are grateful to have Dr. Hunter at the University of Mary, where she is excited to do what she loves most—teaching and mentoring the next generation of counselors. 💙🧡

🎓 Calling UMary Counseling Alumni...We Need You! 🎓

We have another cohort of Graduate Counseling students preparing for graduation and stepping into the licensure process. As many of you likely remember, this season brings a lot of questions regarding applications, state board requirements, supervision hours, exams, timelines, and more.

Our students are located across the United States and are currently navigating licensure requirements in states such as South Dakota, North Dakota, Arizona, Maine, and several others.

We are looking for licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors who would be willing to connect with and informally mentor a graduating student in their state. This might include answering questions and offering insight from your experience, or providing general guidance during this transitional season.

If you are willing to support the next generation of UMary counselors, please email Dr. Holter at [email protected]


Your mentorship can make a meaningful difference during this pivotal professional milestone. Thank you for continuing to serve and support our counseling community. 💛

The UMary Counseling Faculty: Dr. Jenise Wilson, Dr. Franchesca Garza-Fraire, and Dr. Olivia Wedel share their knowledge and practices at the NDCA Conference this week.

Thank you Lindsay Mausolf for sharing your expertise and for representing UMary so well at NDCA in Fargo, ND this week. Keep up the important work!

This week, with much gratitude, we celebrate School Counseling Week!

Be sure thank your school counselors past and present, let them know they make a difference, and keep your eye on policies that support the profession and the communities they serve.

Thank you PSCs we appreciate your 💛 work.

Save the date and let’s celebrate!

Calling all educators and helpers! If you are curious about a career as a School Counselor, we would love the opportunity to tell you about our CACREP Accredited Graduate Counseling program. 🏫

We offer:

Online and blended courses with a choice in 2 or 3 year programs. 📅

Convenient in-person, seated Zoom, and Asynchronous course schedules 💻

The best faculty members with professional identities who care about your learning and professional goals 👩🏻‍🏫

Affordable tuition and invaluable education 💴

Catholic and Benedictine community ⛪️

A breathtaking campus ⛰️

Two On- campus Summer Residencies 📓

In-person graduation 👩🏻‍🎓

Join Dr. Garza-Fraire for a Solution-Focused conversation.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1178954437716871&id=100068069784939

Join us December 11 for our monthly webinar- Solution Focused Supervision with Dr. Franchesca Garza-Fraire.