Sheree Harper

Sheree Harper is an ABD doctoral student in the Counselor Education and Supervision program at UNC Charlotte. She received her Bachelor of Education and Behavior Science in Child Development and Family Studies, and a minor in Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University. She received her Master’s in Arts in School Counseling and her Graduate Certificate in Play Therapy (with an Addiction Counseling Graduate Certificate in progress) from UNC Charlotte. She is a National Certified Counselor, NC Licensed PK-12 Professional School Counselor, and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. She has worked in the school, clinical, and college counseling settings collectively for over 9 years counseling and supporting diverse populations across the lifespan.

Sheree’s research interests include exploring the impacts of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)/trauma on Black & Brown students/children and utilizing child-centered play therapy as a treatment modality. Additionally, multicultural issues, social justice, advocacy, Black Mental Health/Wellness, and culturally sensitive and responsive practices as a professional school counselor and clinician. She is passionate about empowering others and enjoys working with, supporting, and mentoring new school counselors/clinicians in the field.