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CounselingSchools.com Celebrates First Scholarship Winner

CounselingSchools.com is thrilled to announce the inaugural recipient of their scholarship program, Hannah Hodge, a dedicated student at Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte. She has been awarded a scholarship of $2,500 for the 2025-2026 academic year, marking a significant milestone in the initiative created to support aspiring counseling and psychology professionals across the United States.

Hannah's journey toward a career in counseling began with an innate curiosity about human behavior, which was further nurtured by her engaging academic experiences in psychology. Reflecting on her motivations, Hannah shared, "I've always been intrigued by how people operate and what drives their behavior. My first psychology professor was incredible and confirmed that this was the right path for me."

The impact of the scholarship on Hannah's academic and personal life cannot be overstated. She highlights the importance of this financial aid, stating, "For me, the scholarship is heaven-sent. Even with other awards, I still have out-of-pocket expenses, and this scholarship does wonders. It allows me to focus more on my studies instead of worrying about working multiple jobs."

Hannah has already begun to make her mark at Johnson & Wales, having received the Pioneers Award from her department in recognition of her outstanding academic performances alongside her commitments as a student athlete. As she progresses in her studies, Hannah expresses a strong desire to specialize in children’s counseling, which perfectly aligns with her enthusiasm for psychology and working with youth. "The demand for mental health services is growing rapidly across the country," added Barry Franklin, a representative from CounselingSchools.com. "We're honored to support Hannah as the first recipient of our scholarship program. By investing in students like Hannah, we’re helping to ensure more compassionate, skilled professionals enter the counseling field at a time when they are needed most."

The scholarship was open to students enrolled in accredited counseling and psychology programs who had completed at least one semester. Applicants were encouraged to reflect on their motivations for pursuing counseling, their career aspirations, and their educational journeys, with the selection process prioritizing depth of insight, originality, and commitment to the counseling profession.

CounselingSchools.com is committed to providing resources, guidance, and support for students seeking to build careers in counseling, aiming to strengthen the future of mental health practice. For more information on the CounselingSchools.com Scholarship program and to learn about their initiatives, please visit CounselingSchools.com Scholarship Program.

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