Denise Phillips has joined Spoon River College as a Counselor, and will be available on both the Canton and Macomb campuses.
Phillips, who earned a BA in Guidance and Counseling from Cal State University and a MS in Psychology with a PPS License from Chapman University, has more than 18 years of experience in counseling individuals of all ages, from elementary school students to transitioning military personnel and their family members. She was part of the District Guidance and Social Work Team for Abingdon-Avon, and was one of seven staff members recognized by ROE 33 at their 2019 Excellence in Education Banquet.
Phillips will assist students with addressing mental health challenges, anxiety and stress. “My goal is to provide support and promote overall well-being. A significant number of college students experience mental health issues, yet few seek help from campus counseling services.”
Phillips said it was counseling services like these that helped her accomplish her educational goals. “My education has afforded me employment opportunities that wouldn’t have otherwise been available.”
Phillips and husband Calvin Phillips, (SGM, US Army retired with 26 years of service), have four children, four great-grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Walking in the country with her four-legged children Miley, a German shorthaired pointer, Bella, a Labradoodle, and, Chloe, a Beagle—soon to become a therapy dog—is one of her favorite things to do. Her favorite place is Dairy Queen “because they have the best Pumpkin Blizzards ever!”
Phillips will hold office hours in the Wellness Rooms on Monday and Wednesday at the Canton Campus and on Tuesday and Thursday on the Macomb Campus from 9-2.
