Meet the Counselors

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Steven Martel (he/him)

Program Chair/Faculty/Counselor

Biography:

Dr. Steven Martel is a licensed clinical psychologist and Chair of the Counseling Center and Human Development curriculum. He holds a Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University, Seattle (AUS) where he focused on sexuality and multicultural issues. He also holds a M.A. degree in Clinical Psychology from AUS and a B.S. …more about Steven Martel (he/him)

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Ana Bravo – Fluent Spanish

Faculty/Counselor

Biography:

Ana Bravo was born and raised in Mexico and, a few years after graduating from college, she moved to Seattle. She earned a master’s degree in Applied Behavioral Sciences from Bastyr University / Leadership Institute of Seattle, with a focus on Systems Counseling. She completed a supervised internship and externship at Youth Eastside Services, working …more about Ana Bravo – Fluent Spanish

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Belle Nishioka

Faculty/Counselor

Biography:

Born and raised in Seattle, Belle Nishioka earned her Master of Arts degree in clinical psychology from Antioch University, Seattle, and her Bachelor of Arts degree in international affairs/Japanese Language from the University of Puget Sound. She is thrilled to be able to pursue her passion of supporting students in their pursuit of their academic …more about Belle Nishioka

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Harlan Lee

Faculty/Counselor

Biography:

Harlan’s career in higher education began in 1991 as an academic advisor in a TRIO program. Since that time he has worked in multiple departments at three different colleges in a variety of positions such as a program coordinator, transfer specialist, faculty counselor, and department chair. He earned a Bachelor of Arts from Rowan University, …more about Harlan Lee

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Jamila Bates

Faculty/Counselor

Biography:

Jamila Bates is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with an M.S. in the Mental Health Counseling from Manhattan College and a B.A. in Sociology from The George Washington University. She has worked in numerous educational and community settings in the US, Morocco and Thailand. In her counseling she works to provide a safe place for …more about Jamila Bates

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Kattie Phương Dung Đặng – Fluent Vietnamese

Faculty/Counselor

Biography:

As a Counselor at Bellevue College, Kattie currently hold an independent Mental Health Counselor License through Washington State’s Department of Health. She obtained her Bachelor of Science at the University of Washington in Psychology and her Master of Arts in Education in Community Counseling at Seattle University. Her training consisted of individual counseling as well …more about Kattie Phương Dung Đặng – Fluent Vietnamese

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Kelly O’Neill

Counseling Intern

Biography:

Kelly O’Neill is a master’s student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Seattle University. She has an undergraduate degree in Biology and spent 10 years working with young adults in AmeriCorps environmental conservation programs. As an AmeriCorps alumnus, she developed expertise in personal and professional development, relational support, and group dynamics. Her time …more about Kelly O’Neill

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Sierra Thompkins

Counseling Intern

Biography:

Sierra Thompkins is currently pursuing her Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Western Washington University. Sierra earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University, where she held various positions working with college student peers. Through these roles, Sierra developed a passion for working with students pursuing …more about Sierra Thompkins

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Yu-ting Su – Fluent Mandarin/Chinese

Faculty/Counselor

Biography:

Yu-ting was born and grew up in Taipei, Taiwan. She attended National Chengchi University in Taiwan where she obtained her B.S. in Psychology and M.S. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She then worked at the Counseling Services of National Chengchi University for two years before she decided to study abroad. She obtained her Ph.D. in …more about Yu-ting Su – Fluent Mandarin/Chinese

Last Updated September 13, 2023