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title: "Becoming the Chair: Identity, Influence, and Impact in Counselor Education"
description: Explore Dr. Kara Carnes-Holt’s journey from peer to leader, maintaining advocacy and empathy as she becomes Department Chair in Counselor Education.
---

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# [Becoming the Chair: Identity, Influence, and Impact in Counselor Education](https://paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast/becoming-the-chair-identity-influence-and-impact-in-counselor-education)

 Written by [Dr. Jose Luis Tapia](https://paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast/author/dr-jose-luis-tapia) | Jan 26, 2026 2:00:00 PM

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