Hello! My name is Jen Hargrove and I am blessed to meet you! I have led a fulfilling and diverse life so far. I am a proud parent of four children, with ages ranging from 10 to 30, and have two grandchildren whom I adore. I have had a long and rewarding career in education, having taught for 16 years before transitioning into a private counseling practice that I have owned since 2015. Recently, I felt a calling from God to return to teaching, which you have done with renewed passion and dedication. My commitment is to help others, both in and out of the classroom.
I also enjoy time celebrating God’s gifts, reading, playing games, cooking, and being in nature. Self-care is especially important when one loves helping others! I am blessed to have the opportunity to join Evangel’s team this year! I can’t think of a better place to love God, our students and to share our knowledge than Evangel!! I can’t wait to see all that God has in store!
Degrees:
Master of Arts in Education – emphasis on Science and Reading-Michigan State University
Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling-Harold Abel School of Psychology
Certificate in Addictions Counseling-Harold Abel School of Psychology
Bachelor of Science with a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry-Missouri State University
Professional Licensures:
National Board of Certified Counselors – Mental Health Counselor
National Board of Certified Counselors – Master Addiction Counselor
Certified Substance Abuse Professional – Department of Transportation
MO Licensed Professional Counselor
Certifications:
Grades K – 12 certification in Special Education
Grades 5-12 certification in Unified Sciences
Grades 7-9 certification in Middle School Math
School Counselor certification
Other Certifications in Counseling:
Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification
EMDRIA-Certified EMDR trauma counselor
FLASH-certified trauma counselor
DBT certified counselor
Safe and Sound Protocol therapies
Professional Memberships:
APA
NAADAC
ACA
NBCC
Community Involvement:
I love to volunteer with Gloria Deo Academy and at Convoy of Hope.
Awards Received:
Teacher of the Year – Ozarks Engineering and Science Fair 2006