Counseling Services Staff

Frank Kuo received his M.S. in Counseling and Counselor Education at Indiana University at Bloomington and earned his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He utilizes Rogers’ Client-centered approach. Frank listens and tries to understand how things are from the client's point of view. He treats the client with the utmost respect and regard. Frank also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The basis of this orientation is around the concept of peoples’ thoughts affecting their actions and if their thoughts change, their actions can change, even if the situation stays the same. He uses many different strategies and techniques in this school of thought, along with borrowing from other approaches if he believes it will be beneficial for his client.

Frank looks at a student’s entire life, i.e. social, family, personal beliefs, environment, and genetics. He views mental health as a continuum, where students should be continuing their growth to the next stage and reaching their highest quality of life. Frank’s areas of interest include multicultural issues, international student outreach, diversity issues and cross-cultural adjustment, spirituality issues, supervision and training, and group counseling. Frank is able to provide bilingual counseling in English and Mandarin Chinese.

Lauren is a compassionate and insightful graduate intern completing her M.S. in Mental Health Counseling at Prescott College. With a deep commitment to personal and collective transformation, Lauren also holds an M.A. from Fielding Graduate University, earned in 2014, with a concentration in Evidence-Based Coaching. As a transformational life coach and facilitator, Lauren has devoted over a decade to guiding individuals and groups in holistic practices, including ecotherapy, somatic therapy, expressive arts therapy, and mindfulness.

Lauren approaches her work with clients through a humanistic and systemic lens, recognizing each person’s inherent capacity for growth and change. She believes that every individual is shaped by their environment, relationships, and personal choices, and she strives to create a supportive space where clients can explore these influences and cultivate their inner strengths. Lauren is particularly attuned to the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities, and she is dedicated to integrating a social justice and trauma-informed perspective in her practice.

Known for her empathetic and empowering approach, Lauren is committed to building genuine connections with her clients, fostering trust, and facilitating meaningful progress. Her work is deeply rooted in the belief that healing and growth are collaborative processes, and she is passionate about helping others navigate their personal journeys with clarity and confidence. This year, Lauren will be extending her expertise to students on campus, providing both individual and group counseling that emphasizes holistic well-being and resilience.