Candidates for President-Elect 

Kimberly Seid, LPC, CAADC, CCTP, ACS, CCS

I am a licensed professional counselor, board-certified addiction counselor and clinical supervisor, and an approved clinical supervisor in Macomb County, Michigan. I am currently working on my Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision at Walden University. I'm completing my internship and will begin my dissertation phase in November 2024. I will be examining the effectiveness of ecotherapy in early recovery. As an Outpatient Program Leader at Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center, I enjoy working with other professionals and advocating for those in need, specializing in trauma, anxiety, and substance abuse. I am also certified to supervise both addiction and professional counselors. My desire to continue working as a board member with the MCA is to help expand the support to all Michigan counselors, advocating for what is in our best interest.

Kim Seid CV

Susan Stendel is an accomplished counselor with extensive experience in mental health treatment. She earned her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling in 2005 from Western Michigan University. Since graduation, she worked in a variety of settings that enabled her to develop leadership skills that are most relevant to the role of the President in this association, including skills to guide teams and initiatives toward successful outcomes, effective communication to foster an environment of open dialogue, as well as strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Among her accomplishments, the most notable was that she was one of few who was selected to serve as a counselor at Johns Hopkins University. Other notable experiences include being a crisis counselor as well as working as an independent counselor in her private practice. Currently, she is a supervisor of School Based clinics overseeing mental health in 13 clinics located in 8 counties in Northern Michigan. Susan has a track record of navigating complex challenges and making informed choices. Collaboration is the cornerstone of her approach, allowing her to effectively work with stakeholders at all levels. Moreover, her interpersonal skills have enabled her to build strong relationships and create positive impacts in her professional engagements. This combination of skills and experience will make her an outstanding candidate for the leadership role at the Michigan Counseling Association.

Susan Stendel CV