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Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way.

Each member of our staff brings a unique blend of experience, expertise, and empathy to create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. Learn more about Drake University's Counseling Center staff below.

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Kayla Bell-Consolver, MS, LMHC-S

Director, Student Counseling Center; Therapist

Counseling Center

Email: kayla.bell@drake.edu

Kayla Bell-Consolver, MS, LMHC-S

Kayla Bell-Consolver, MS, LMHC-S

Director; Therapist

Counseling Center

Kayla Bell-Consolver, MS, LMHC-S

Emma Caster, MS, LMHC

Therapist

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Emma Caster, MS, LMHC

Tyler Jacobs-Lewis, MS, NCC, LMHC, tCADC

Lead Counselor

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Tyler  Jacobs-Lewis, MS, NCC, LMHC, tCADC

Becky Jo

Student Intern

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Becky Jo

Lisa Kinkade

Practicum Student

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Lisa Kinkade

Amari Love, MS, T-LMHC

Therapist

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Amari Love, MS, T-LMHC

John Roarick, MSW, LISW

Therapist

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John Roarick, MSW, LISW

Jackie K. Robinson

Office Manager

Counseling Center

Jackie K. Robinson

Jess Villegas

Practicum Student

Counseling Center

Jess Villegas

Heather Watson

Bulldog Recovery Facilitator

Counseling Center

Heather Watson

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Des Moines, Iowa 50311
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