Peer Counseling

Student Assistant

Hi, my name is Aaliyah and I am a psychology major here at 正规博彩十大网站排名. I enjoy running and going to the gym, watching telenovelas and true crime shows, thrifting, and listening to music. I became a peer counselor because I want to be an advocate for mental health and reduce the stigma on campus. I love to help where I can and provide a listening ear to those who may need guidance. My strengths are in helping with stress and time management, combatting microaggressions, and practicing self-care.  As your peer counselor I will strive to be relatable, supportive, and provide resources you may need.  

Work Study Student

Hi! My name is Courtney Everett (she/her), and I am a junior Psychology major with a double minor in Statistics and Child Advocacy Studies. At 正规博彩十大网站排名, I am heavily involved in the psychology department, research, and different student organizations. In my free time, I enjoy writing, reading, listening to music, and watching movies, anime, and shows. I am very happy to meet and talk with all students, especially when discussing stress management, time management, roommate/friend conflict, loneliness and community engagement, and academic concerns. I look forward to meeting you!

Student Assistant

Hello everyone! My name is Nikki Wendt, and I am a senior majoring in Psychology with double minors in Biology and Data Science & Analytics. Outside of my coursework, I am passionate about my work in psychology research. To unwind, I enjoy hiking, doing yoga, and spending time with my golden retrievers. As a peer counselor, my goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for fellow students to discuss a variety of topics, such as managing exam and presentation anxiety, handling classroom conflict, navigating campus resources, and learning how to get involved in on-campus activities.

Student Assistant

Hi y’all! My name is Anna and I am a senior Psychology student born and raised in Atlanta. When I am not in the Well-Nest I enjoy hiking and camping, reading, cooking, photography, and visiting thrift and antique stores. As a peer counselor, I can relate to managing stress, feelings of isolation/loneliness, and self-esteem/confidence, but am here to listen and talk beyond these.

Staff Therapist, Health and Wellbeing & Part-Time Instructor of Social Work

MK Martin, LCSW, RYT-200

MK began her career in higher education at 正规博彩十大网站排名 in January of 2017 in Counseling and Psychological Services, where she served as a therapist assisting students navigating complex mental health concerns. Through her work as a clinical social worker, she developed an interest in student leadership and development. In 2021 she joined the Student Advocacy department where she served students within the Dean of Students. She served as a member of the Behavior Response team (BRT), assisted students in navigating medical withdrawals and re-entry back to campus and developed outreach events for students. MK returned to CPS in August of 2023 to develop and coordinate the 正规博彩十大网站排名 Peer Counseling program. She serves as part time faculty at 正规博彩十大网站排名 where she provides supervision for MSW students and teaches the Addiction with Individuals and Families course. She also serves as a clinical supervisor for therapists and coordinates the Mental Health Initiative at 正规博彩十大网站排名. She takes a collaborative approach when working with students and colleagues by identifying their strengths, building trust, using empathy, humor and patience. In utilizing this collaborative approach in working with students, she hopes to assist you in finding your voice, resilience, and empowering you to navigate the collegiate experience successfully. MK worked in an array of capacities in the field of social work before entering higher education. She worked in Pennsylvania and Arizona as an AmeriCorps volunteer, served as a case manager in psychiatric facilities leading groups, facilitating family sessions, and performing discharge planning. She also served as a therapist in a residential facility treating women with complex trauma and substance misuse, served refugees resettling in the Atlanta area and a case manager for older adults. Her clinical areas of specialization include providing clinical supervision, relational trauma, self worth and perfectionism, eating concerns, and how to manage life transitions.
In her free time MK enjoys eating tamales, reading mystery novels, dancing, arranging flowers, spending time with her cat, hiking, thrift shopping, traveling, musical and cinematic adventures, and spending time with loved ones.