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    Staci Tessmer, Ph.D., LPCC-S, NCC, BC-TMH, ACS

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    sbuckin1@kent.edu

    Biography

    Staci is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-Supervisor who has clinical, supervisory, and administrative experience at both the inpatient and outpatient levels of care, working with children, adolescents, and adult populations. Staci joined CAPS in 2021 as the Training Coordinator, where she oversees internal and external training programming in addition to conducting therapy sessions with students. Staci has been actively involved in counseling organizations since 2013 and is currently serving as the chair-elect for the American Counseling Association Midwest Region. Additionally, she has presented at numerous local, state, and national conferences and workshops on counseling topics. Staci also serves as adjunct faculty in the clinical mental health counseling program.

    Education:

    B.A., Biomedical Humanities, Hiram College 2010
    M.A.., Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Walsh University 2014
    Ph.D., Counselor Education and Supervision, Kent State University 2024

    Clinical Specialties:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Mood disorders
    • Life stressors and transitions
    • Relationship difficulties
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