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Psychology Professor and Alumna Awarded for Excellence in Practice

May 29, 2009

Dr. Rosemary Thompson, Associate Professor and CMHC Online Program Coordinator

Regent University School of Psychology & Counseling (SPC) Professor Dr. Rosemary Thompson and alumna Dr. Suzanne A. Waterstruss ('06) were honored for their excellence in counseling with awards from the Hampton Roads Counselors Association (HRCA) in an April meeting at Norfolk State University.

Waterstruss was named the 2008-09 HRCA Counselor of the Year. Thompson, who is also coordinator of the SPC's new online Clinical Mental Health program, received the Virginia Beach HRCA Career Service award for her long-term achievements.

HRCA is a professional organization for counselors in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth and Chesapeake dedicated to meeting the needs of counselors in a variety of work settings through professional development, legislative advocacy, networking and conferences. Many Regent SPC faculty, students and alumni are active HRCA members.

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