APSU Master's Counseling Program

06/04/2026

We love seeing the accomplishments of our alum! Congratulations Kate! 🎉

The Clarksville Police Department is proud to congratulate Wellness Counselor Kate Kastle on an outstanding professional achievement.

Kate has earned full independent approval status from the State of Tennessee as a Licensed Professional Counselor – Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP). This designation represents years of education, clinical training, supervised experience, and rigorous testing, marking a significant milestone in her counseling career.

To reach this level, Kate completed more than two years of supervised clinical work, including 1,500 hours of direct client counseling, an additional 1,500 hours of clinical-related training and experience, and 150 hours of supervision meetings. She also successfully passed the NCE, NCMHCE, and Tennessee jurisprudence exams.

In addition, Kate holds the National Certified Counselor (NCC) credential, further reflecting her commitment to professional excellence and nationally recognized counseling standards.
Her accomplishment strengthens the support and care she provides daily to our officers, staff, and their families each day. Kate’s dedication to mental health and wellness continues to have a meaningful and lasting impact across the department.

Congratulations, Kate, on this well-earned achievement, and thank you for all you do for CPD and our community.
City of Clarksville, TN Montgomery County, Tennessee

06/04/2026

📅 Save the Date 📅

Save the Date for 2026 TCA's Annual Conference "Counselors Connecting Across Distance". It will be held virtually on 11/20/26 and 11/21/26 with pre-conference on 11/19/26. We will be announcing our call for proposals soon!

06/02/2026

☀️ Summer may be our off-contract season, but our passion for school counseling never takes a break!

While our faculty are enjoying a well-deserved summer, we are always excited to connect with prospective students, school counselors, and education professionals who want to learn more about the rewarding field of school counseling.

Whether you’re exploring graduate programs, considering a career change, or simply want to talk about supporting students’ academic, career, and social-emotional development, we love having those conversations.

🩷School counseling isn’t just what we do—it’s what we’re passionate about.

06/02/2026

📢 School Counselor Opportunity! 📢

Are you passionate about supporting students’ academic, career, and social-emotional development? Giles County Schools is currently seeking School Counselors to join their team!

Interested applicants can learn more and apply through the district’s application portal:

👉 Apply Here: https://www.gcboe.us/employment

06/01/2026

We are incredibly proud of our students for representing our program with professionalism, leadership, and excellence at the annual conference of the Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors Association!

🎤 Conference Presentation
“Ethical Use of Music in Counseling: Professional Identity, Boundaries, and Clinical Decision-Making”
Presented by Jessie Meehan and Hailey Mason

📌 Poster Presentation
“Restoring the Healer: A Yoga and CRM Group for Counselors”
Presented by Madison Eldridge and Alexandra Estrada-Marín

🙌 Conference Volunteers
A special thank you to Madison Eldridge, Kara Mosier, and Shante Reagon for serving as conference volunteers and helping make the event a success.

Our students continue to demonstrate a commitment to scholarship, professional engagement, and service to the counseling profession. We are honored to see them sharing their knowledge, supporting their colleagues, and contributing to the future of counseling.

05/21/2026

We may have said we were heading into break, but we are definitely still staying busy!

As part of the Middle Tennessee Counseling Association leadership team, Dr. Wills just coordinated a wonderful MTCA awards ceremony and gathering, bringing counselors and counselor educators together in celebration and community.

Dr. Gibson had the opportunity to lead a professional development presentation, and Dr. Rollins was recognized with an award for Counselor Advocate — a well-deserved honor!

Even during “break,” we remain committed to supporting the counseling profession, professional growth, and advocacy work across Tennessee. We’re still busy — and grateful for every opportunity to serve, connect, and celebrate with colleagues! Tennessee Counseling Association

05/20/2026

We see you Kat & Ray ♥️

05/15/2026

Spread the word! Applications for the NBCCF Minority Fellowship Program are open until June 30. Apply for a fellowship ranging from $12,000 to $22,000 for educational support.

Learn more and apply at nbccf.org/programs.

05/14/2026

APT welcomes volunteer applications for the Annual APT International Conference! Volunteers play an important role in supporting conference activities while gaining valuable experience and connecting with professionals in the field.