Meet the Counseling Team

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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 the Washington School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Seattle (AUS) where he focused on sexuality and multicultural issues. He also holds a M.A. degree in …more about Steven Martel (he/him)

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Tori Raftery

Program Specialist/Front Desk

Biography:

After serving in the US Navy, Tori earned a Bachelor of Science in Communications and transitioned into roles focused on marketing, communications, and administrative support. She enjoys creating systems that make work easier, supporting teams behind the scenes, and ensuring things run smoothly. Now at Bellevue College’s Counseling Center, she’s excited to assist students at …more about Tori Raftery

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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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Gabi Lisý – Fluent Slovak and Czech

Counseling Intern

Biography:

Gabi Lisý is a master’s student in the Counseling and Health Psychology program at Bastyr University. She has a medical degree with a focus on psychiatry and spent three years working in a community hospital in Prague, gaining experience through working with diverse populations. Gabi’s counseling style is based on a person-centered approach, recognizing the …more about Gabi Lisý – Fluent Slovak and Czech

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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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Rebecca Barnett

Pre-Doctoral Intern

Biography:

Rebecca is a licensed mental health counselor in Washington State, holding a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Eastern Washington University and a master’s degree in counseling psychology from Northwest University. She is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in counseling psychology from Northwest University. Rebecca draws heavily from attachment-based approaches, prioritizing the creation of a secure …more about Rebecca Barnett

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Yihan Wang – Fluent Mandarin

Counseling Intern

Biography:

Yihan Wang (Pronounce: E-han Wong) is a master’s student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Northern Arizona University. She has over 3 years of experience working with a diverse range of young adults and high school students in China and has 2 years of experience working in higher education. As a counselor, she …more about Yihan Wang – Fluent Mandarin

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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 December 4, 2023