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M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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Rhonda Busek, MBA
Associate Dean & Academic Strategy and Healthcare Partnerships Officer
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Janet Welch, MSN, RN
Assistant Dean of Nursing
Assistant Professor of Nursing
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College of Health Professions

At Bushnell University, we foster a nurturing and innovative environment where aspiring healthcare professionals can excel. Our faculty are committed to providing a comprehensive education that blends cutting-edge medical knowledge with compassionate patient care.

With exceptional facilities and hands-on clinical experiences, we prepare our nursing and mental health counseling students to meet the challenges of modern healthcare with confidence and competence. Join us on a transformative journey that will shape you into a skilled and empathetic healthcare professional, making a lasting impact on the lives of others.

Mission

The mission of the College of Health Professions at Bushnell University is to educate competent, empathic, and reflective practitioners grounded in the arts and sciences, fostering ethical leadership with cultural humility. Our commitment to local and global citizenry prepares compassionate healthcare professionals who positively impact individuals, families, and communities through evidence-based approaches, guided by the values of wisdom, faith, and service.

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School of Nursing

Bushnell University’s School of Nursing provides opportunity to complete a Bachelor of Science (BSN) degree in a supportive academic environment that puts students first.

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Graduate Programs

Bushnell University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program provides you with a distinctive learning experience and prepares you with the skills necessary to be a successful and impactful Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Accreditation

Bushnell University’s Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Bushnell University’s Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is also approved by the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists.

The Accelerated BSN program at Bushnell University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.ccneaccreditation.org).

Bushnell University is approved by the U.S. Department of Justice, Immigration, and Naturalization Service for international and non-immigrant students.

Programs at Bushnell University are approved for the use of veteran’s benefits. The Oregon Veteran Educational Aid Program provides educational benefits to veterans pursuing approved training or coursework equal to the months of active duty service up to 36 months. Benefits are paid while pursuing classroom instruction, home study courses, vocational training, licensing, and certificates from accredited Oregon educational institutions.

Connect with the Faculty

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Linda Brown, M.S.

Nursing Clinical Placement Coordinator

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Angela Burdick-McPhee, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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Rhonda Busek, MBA

Associate Dean & Academic Strategy and Healthcare Partnerships Officer

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Darleen Dempster, Ph.D., LPC/S (AL), NCC, ACS

Associate Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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Ashley Jackson, Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, NCC, C-DBT

Assistant Professor of Counseling

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Gene James, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

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Kecia Kirkpatrick, MSN, RN, ACM-RN

Assistant Professor of Nursing

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Katy Lemieux, MSN, RN

Director of Nursing
Assistant Professor of Nursing

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Marilyn Montgomery, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, BCC

Program Director
Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counceling

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Samantha Silver, M.A.

Counseling Clinic Director
Student Athlete Mental Health Coordinator

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News

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August 28, 2026
Blessing of the Hands Honors Bushnell Nursing Graduates

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University’s School of Nursing recently celebrated graduates with a Blessing of the Hands ceremony. The cherished tradition marks an important milestone for nursing students, honoring both their commitment to compassionate…

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Rhonda Busek, Associate Dean of Bushnell University’s College of Health Professions.
August 26, 2026
Bushnell University Welcomes Healthcare Leader Rhonda Busek

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University is pleased to welcome veteran Oregon healthcare leader Rhonda Busek, MBA, as associate dean of the College of Health Professions. Busek brings more than 25 years of executive leadership…

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June 16, 2026
Bushnell University Receives $250,000 Grant to Expand Rural Healthcare Access

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University is committed to improving the health and wellness of the Lane County region. To help fulfill that commitment, Bushnell has been awarded a $250,000 grant…

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September 30 | 12:00 pm

Nursing Program Info Session

October 6 | 4:00 pm

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September 25 | 12:30 pm

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