University of Mary Counseling Program

09/25/2026

Thank you to our faculty who represented UMary COU at the Colorado Counseling Association 2026 Conference!

We are proud to recognize Dr. Jurekovic, Dr. Wedel, and Professor Belcourt, who presented:

“Sitting with Maternal Grief: When Loss Cannot Be Solved”

Your dedication to helping others while teaching the next generation of helpers is remarkable!

09/18/2026

Dr. Wedel presented at the Association for Assessment & Research in Counseling Conference and got to see two of own
Toni Miller (SC) and Chiara Schmidt (CMH) in person!

Thank you all for representing UMary so well and your continued pursuit of professional excellence!

09/11/2026

Exciting news for the University of Mary and our Counseling Program!

Our current COU Program is expanding into Phoenix, creating new opportunities to support seminarians through counseling education and mental health formation.

I’m grateful to see this work grow in a way that brings together faith, professional preparation, and care for the whole person.

https://www.catholicsun.org/2026/09/10/phoenix-education-center-opens-for-seminarians-and-mental-health/

https://www.catholicsun.org/2026/09/10/phoenix-education-center-opens-for-seminarians-and-mental-health/

The Diocese of Phoenix’s visionary Nazareth Seminary and groundbreaking Mental Health Ministry, in collaboration with the University of Mary (U Mary), have launched an innovative partnership to educate future priests in the growing diocese, while simultaneously expanding training for Catholic ment...

09/05/2026

Your UMary COU faculty 🫶🏽

Professor Kelly Colangelo
Dr. Olivia Wedel
Dr. Christina Jurekovic
Dr. Jenise Wilson
Professor Belcourt
Dr. Lisa Holter

(Dr. Garza-Fraire missing but here in spirit).

Wishing you all a wonderful 2026-27
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09/04/2026

Congratulations,
Dr. Christina Jurekovic & Dr. Lisa Holter on your promotion to Associate Professor.

We are so proud of you and grateful for your leadership and heart work! 🧡💙

08/25/2026

Save the Date! SFBTA Town Hall & Training

SF in Conversation: Connecting Generations with What Works
with Peter de Jong, Mo Yee Lee, Cynthia Franklin, Mark McKergow, Anne Lutz, Joel Simon, and Guy Shennan

Join us for a special SFBTA Town Hall & Legacy Panel on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.

As part of this year's Bridging Conversations theme, this Town Hall brings together some of the most influential voices in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy for a conversation across generations.

Register Here: https://forms.zohopublic.ca/sfbtaportal1/form/September2026TownHallandTraining/formperma/jF9KCdGk6JxzgHypHSA94O1MLK882HRKwCHHw8hBpR4

The discussion will be moderated by Haesun Moon. Our best hope is to foster dialogue about how our panelists began their Solution-Focused journeys, what was most helpful in shaping their practice, how SFBT has evolved over the years, and how they continue to apply it today. They'll also share reflections from working personally with Steve de Shazer and Insoo Kim Berg, offering valuable insights into the history and future of Solution-Focused practice.

Fill out this form.

08/19/2026

A word from NDCA:

Hello Graduate Counseling Students!
North Dakota Counseling Association (NDCA) is excited to invite you to submit a design for the 2027 NDCA Conference t-shirt. The theme of the conference is “Pathway to Prevention,” highlighting the advancement of collaborative, strengths-based approaches supporting prevention, wellness, resilience, and success for individuals, schools, families, and communities. Submissions will be accepted through September 13th at 11:59pm CT. Email your name, university, and t-shirt design to [email protected].
The winner’s design will be featured on the 2027 NDCA Conference t-shirt. The winner will also get a free t-shirt and a complimentary conference registration. The 2027 conference is scheduled for February 7-9, 2027 in Bismarck,

08/08/2026

Interested in working as an Addiction Counselor? This scholarship could be for you!

08/06/2026

🚨 Scholarship Applications Are NOW OPEN! 🚨

The TAAP – Training Academy for Addiction Professionals is excited to announce that the North Dakota Addiction Counseling Scholarship application is officially open!

This scholarship is designed to support North Dakotans who are pursuing a career in addiction counseling, including:
🎓 Students entering their junior or senior year in an addiction counseling program or a related field leading to addiction counseling licensure.
📚 Non-degree seeking students who need additional coursework to meet North Dakota addiction counseling licensure requirements.
🎓 Students pursuing a Master's degree in Addiction Counseling at Minot State University or the University of Mary.

📅 Application Deadline: August 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM CT

📍 Interviews: Applicants selected for interviews must be available between August 17–20, 2026.

⏱️ Funding decisions will be made quickly, with scholarship contracts issued the week of August 24 so tuition payments can be processed directly with your college or university in time for the fall semester.

Recipients will commit to becoming licensed in addiction counseling and practicing in North Dakota for five years following completion of their training, helping strengthen the behavioral health workforce across our state.

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities affected by substance use disorders, we encourage you to apply!

💙 Investing in students today. Strengthening North Dakota's addiction counseling workforce for tomorrow.

Scholarship Link: https://www.ndtaap.org/

06/20/2026

Our hearts are full. Until next time! 🎓