Counseling Services provides a welcoming and safe place for students. We know college is a place of transition. Whether a one-time visit or short-term coaching and counseling over several weeks, staff have a desire to listen to students empathetically, and provide students encouragement and support. Students are assured confidentiality.
A peer recovery coach will provide support to students dealing with drug addiction, alcoholism, and mental health. Personal counseling is provided by a licensed professional counselor or a master’s level social work graduate student. All services are free for students.
Coaching and counseling provide the opportunity for students to:
At times, students are referred to community mental health agencies or support services in order for them to be better served.
Free Apps (excel will have apps and information)
CCAMPIS
Drug and Alcohol Prevention
Suicide Prevention and Awareness
HOPE
Sexual Violence
Denise Walker, M.S., Licensed Professional Counselor/MHSP
dpwalker@northeaststate.edu
Kathy Albright, Secretary
kralbright@northeaststate.edu
Kenneth Knight, Peer Recovery Coach
kmknight@NortheastState.edu
Karlee Strahorn, MSW Graduate Intern
kstrahorn@NortheastState.edu
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Office Room C2101, General Studies, Blountville
423.354.2587
Appointments
Appointments are available on all campuses by appointment.
Telehealth services are also available.
Email Counseling@NortheastState.edu
