Sep 30, 2026 | Counselors

Hero of the Month: Karen T., LPC, LPCC, CMHC, NCC

Every month, we spotlight a counselor who has gone above and beyond for Uwill as our Hero of the Month. This month, we are delighted to recognize Karen T., LPC, LPCC, CMHC, NCC as Uwill’s Monthly Hero.

Since joining the Uwill team in November 2024, Karen has always gone above and beyond for Uwill. In that time, she’s had over 500 appointments, impacting the lives of students across Arizona, California, Georgia, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Utah all with a very high feedback rating.

Therefore, this month, we are delighted to recognize Karen as our Uwill Hero for all his contributions and support for our students and the larger Uwill community. Karen— thank you again for all you do. We are truly grateful for your support and commitment.

What excites you the most about working with Uwill?
The effortless practice management, diverse caseloads, free and/or discounted CEU courses, and interdisciplinary learning.

Can you illustrate the importance of a student being able to access a platform like Uwill?
Uwill’s platform makes counseling accessible to students, removes barriers to care, offers zero-to-minimal session wait times, provides 24/7 crisis support, and offers year-round support.

What aspect of your work do you enjoy the most?
Seeing my clients have that moment of clarity and breakthrough.

What are some skills you have learned from Uwill that you have been able to apply in your everyday practice?
Cultural humility and navigating intersectionality. Navigating a diverse student population sharpens my cultural competency and broadens my ongoing understanding of multi-generational, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ mental health needs.

What was it that first attracted you to working with Uwill?
The scheduling flexibility, access to free Continuing Education Units, the pay and support systems are readily and easily available.

How has being a member of Uwill’s Counselor Community impacted you as a professional?
It has given me the flexibility and autonomy to set my own hours. More importantly, it expands and broadens my identity as a student wellness counselor for this unique population.

What advice do you have for students who may be struggling as the summer comes to an end and the new school year is on the horizon?
Normalize adjustments and give yourself a grace period. It takes about three weeks to adapt to major lifestyle changes and events. Allow yourself to feel tired or overwhelmed as you adjust, and use the counseling UWill offers to support you through the transition.

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