Graduate Admissions in Professional Counseling

In this episode, The Thoughtful Counselor welcomes Dr. Jeanne Stanley to discuss the admissions process for graduate programs in counseling. Jeanne and contributing host Dr. Theo Burnes discuss tips and strategies for master's-level counselors considering doctoral programs and undergraduate students contemplating graduate programs. Topics addressed include tips and strategies for students and mentors, advice for early career faculty who are engaging in the admissions process for the first time, the role of AI in the admissions process, and how to know when a graduate program is right for you.

Graduate Admissions in Professional Counseling

Episode

In this episode, The Thoughtful Counselor welcomes Dr. Jeanne Stanley to discuss the admissions process for graduate programs in counseling. Jeanne and contributing host Dr. Theo Burnes discuss tips and strategies for master's-level counselors considering doctoral programs and undergraduate students contemplating graduate programs. Topics addressed include tips and strategies for students and mentors, advice for early career faculty who are engaging in the admissions process for the first time, the role of AI in the admissions process, and how to know when a graduate program is right for you.

Guest

Jeanne Stanley, Ph.D. is the CEO of Watershed Coaching and Consultation Services, a licensed psychologist, national trainer, consultant, published author and holds the appointment of Full Adjunct Professor at the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education. She is the creator of the BASIS professional development series. With over thirty years training working with clients, business associates, educators, administrators, teachers, and graduate students she is well-versed in supporting clients in meeting their goals. Jeanne is also known as an engaging presenter and a consultant who listens and works to empower others in their work. Dr. Stanley is the recipient of the Educator of the Year Award from the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education. 

Resouces

Watershed/Grad School Coaching

Planning for Success in Graduate School (Pragmatic & Process Recommendations)

Storme Delarverie

Transcript

https://otter.ai/u/ObmUpkyFUX9FEwRnqca81uWcGgk?utm_source=copy_url

Citation

Burnes, T. (Producer). (2025, September 29). Graduate Admissions in Professional Counseling (No.303) [Audio Podcast]. The Thoughtful Counselor. Retrieved from https://concept.paloaltou.edu/resources/the-thoughtful-counselor-podcast/graduate-admissions-in-professional-counseling

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