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Elizabeth Coleman
EdD, LCMHC, NCC, NBCT
Qualified Clinical Supervisor
Licensure & Certifications
NC Qualified Clinical Supervisor (2021)
EMDR Basic Trained (2021)
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor #11589 (2015-Present)
Board Certified Counselor #310623 (2013-Present)
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National Board Certified in Professional Teaching Standards #03082818 (2019-Present)
NC School Counselor #1046514 (2012-Present)
NC Career Development Coordinator #1046514 (2014-Present)
Global Career Development Facilitator (2014-2020)
Professional Memberships
American Counseling Association
North Carolina School Counselor Association
International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals
Post-Secondary Teaching Experience
Appalachian State University
HPC 6900: Internship
HPC 5900: Practicum
HPC 5210: Career Development & Counseling
HPC 5110: Social Justice & Diversity
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Wilkes Community College
EDU 271: Education Technology
ACA 115: Success & Study Skills
Supervision Experience
Professional School Counseling, Liberty University; 2019-2020
Professional School Counseling, Appalachian State University; Fall 2020
Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Wake Forest University; Spring 2021
Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Liberty University; 2021-2022
Hello friends and welcome! My name is Elizabeth and I am a professional counselor who is here to help you reach a goal or make a change in your life. My counseling framework is based on the tenets of emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. I believe that when we change our thoughts we can change our lives. So often changing our thoughts can seem like an insurmountable task. I believe you can achieve your personal goals through counseling, and enjoy a new outlook on life. For more information about my services and what I can do for you, please browse through my website and do not hesitate reaching out with any questions.
I have worked in the field of counseling for over 10 years as a school counselor, college counselor, and private practice clinician. I work with clients using a person-centered approach, combined with CBT, DBT, & EMDR strategies to help them recognize their strengths and abilities to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and improve relationships.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults as they navigate critical life transitions. My doctoral dissertation focused on the role of the school in cultivating a climate conducive to successful social-emotional, personal, and academic transitions for middle school students. I also advocate for the role of counselors as mental health professionals in public education and speak on related subjects.
Education
In 2005, I graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with degrees in English and Communications. I returned to school in 2011 and earned my Master's in Professional School Counseling from Appalachian State University in 2012. After 5 years, I decided to pursue my Doctorate degree in Education Leadership. I graduated from Appalachian State University with my Ed.D. in May 2020. I am pleased to say that I was the first virtual dissertation defense at Appalachian State University!
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I believe that continued education is a key element of personal and profession growth. In addition to my degrees, I also hold a graduate certificate in Educational Technology & Online Learning from N.C. State University and have completed coursework in Educational Administration from UNC-Charlotte. I completed the Cosmetology program at Pitt Community College in 2007.
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In 2021 I completed an EMDRIA approved 40-hour EMDR basic training and am now fully certified as an EMDR therapist. I also completed at 40-hour Supervision course through UNCG to earn the Qualified Clinical Supervisor credential.
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Additional NBCC approved professional development courses include: Vicarious Trauma & Resilience, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Introduction to Employee Assistance Programs, Alcohol Addiction, Overview of Eating Disorders, Treatment Modalities for Eating & Feeding Disorders. For more information about training, certifications, publications and speaking engagements click the link below to view my CV.