Meet the Award-Winning Master of Arts in Counseling Faculty
Wake Forest counseling professors are more than experienced educators — they are passionate thought leaders who serve humanity beyond the curriculum they teach. From responding to national crises to innovating the work of counseling, our faculty are committed to their spirit of service — and empowering students to change lives.
Your MAC Faculty



Dr. Robert Casares
Associate Professor, Associate Online Program Director
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Dr. Jamie Crockett
Associate Professor, Co-Graduate Program Director
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Dr. Nikki Elston
Associate Teaching Professor, Assistant Dean of Academic Advising
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Dr. Isabel C. Farrell
Associate Professor, Associate Department Chair
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Dr. Michelle Ghoston
Associate Professor, Health and Human Services Minor Coordinator
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Dr. Seth Hayden
Associate Professor, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Coordinator, Associate Online Program Director
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Dr. Jennifer Rogers
Associate Professor, Associate Dean for Academic Advising in the College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
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Dr. Kenneth Simington
Assistant Teaching Professor, School Counseling Program Coordinator
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Dr. Jose Villalba
Vice President and Special Advisor to the President
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