TEXAS STATE VITA
I. Academic/Professional Background
A. Name: Gail K. Roaten Title: Associate Professor
B. Educational Background
| Degree | Year | University | Major | Thesis/Dissertation |
| Ph.D. | 2004 | Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi | Counselor Education | The Effects of a Career Development Intervention on the Career Decision-Making Skills of High School Students |
| M.Ed. | 1993 | Tarleton State University | Guidance & Counseling | ADD/ADHD: Etiology and Treatment Using a Team Approach |
| B.S. | 1973 | University of Texas - Austin | Elementary Education | |
C. University Experience
| Position | University | Dates |
| Associate Professor | Texas State University (CLAS Dept.) | 2012 - Present |
| Assistant Professor | Texas State University (CLAS Dept.) | 2006 - Present |
| Assistant Professor | Baylor University (Educational Psychology) | 2004 - 2006 |
| Interim Director | Baylor University Career Counseling Center | 2005 |
| Graduate Teaching Assistant | Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi | 2002 - 2004 |
| Graduate Research Assistant | Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi | 2003 |
D. Relevant Professional Experience
| Position | Entity | Dates |
| High School Counselor | Rockport-Fulton High School | 2000 - 2004 |
| Junior High School Counselor | Rockport-Fulton Junior High School | 1996 - 2000 |
| 7th Grade Reading Teacher | Rockport-Fulton Junior High School | 1994 - 1996 |
| Elementary School Counselor | Goldthwaite Elementary School | 1993 - 1994 |
| 4th Grade Teacher | Early Elementary School | 1988 - 1993 |
| Counseling Intern | Howard Payne University | 1992 - 1993 |
| 5th Grade Teacher | Comanche Intermediate School | 1986 - 1988 |
| Migrant Teacher | Early Elementary School | 1985 - 1986 |
| 4th, 7th – 8th Grade Teacher | Colony Christian School | 1983 - 1985 |
| Preschool Teacher | ABC School | 1982 - 1983 |
| 3rd Grade Teacher | Live Oak Elementary School | 1980 - 1981 |
| Special Education Teacher | Rockport-Fulton High School | 1979 - 1980 |
| Preschool Teacher | ABC School | 1976 - 1977 |
| 6th Grade Science | Rockport-Fulton High School | 1975 - 1976 |
| 3rd Grade Teacher | Live Oak Elementary School | 1974 - 1975 |
E. Other Professional Credentials
Licensure: Licensed Professional Counselor (Texas), License # 18643
LPC Board Approved Supervisor
Certificates: Texas Professional – Life: Professional Counselor K-12
Texas Provisional – Life: Elementary, 1-8
II. TEACHING
A. Teaching Honors and Awards:
Multicultural Transformation Institute, Texas State University, College of Education; 2011. COUN 5338 transformed, meeting criteria as both Multicultural Perspectives and Content
Outstanding Alumna, College of Education & Tarleton Alumni Association, Tarleton State University, 2009; Alumni Academic Forum, March, 2009
Runner-Up, College of Education, Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching, Texas State University; 2009
Counselor Educator of the Year, Texas School Counseling Association; 2006
Finalist for Annual Teaching Award (Represented the School of Education/Tenure Track Assistant Professors), Baylor University; 2005-2006
B. Courses Taught:
COUN 5338 Advanced Issues in School Counseling Texas State University
COUN 5328 Introduction to School Counseling Texas State University
COUN 5358 Dynamics & Processes in Group Counseling Texas State University
COUN 5355 Career Counseling Texas State University
COUN 5378 Problems in Counseling Texas State University
COUN 5368 Developmental Issues in Counseling Children, Texas State University
Adolescents and Adults
COUN 5328 Counseling in the Schools: Orientation and Ethics Texas State University
COUN 5370 Intermediate Methods in Counseling Adolescents Texas State University
COUN 5689 Clinical Practicum Texas State University
COUN 5389 Site Internship (both School & Community) Texas State University
COUN 5399 Thesis Texas State University
EDP 5325 Careers and the World of Work Baylor University
EDP 5329 Group Counseling Methods Baylor University
EDP 5337 Pre-Practicum in Counseling Baylor University
EDP 5347 School Counseling Baylor University
EDP 5366 Psychology of Exceptional Learners Baylor University
EDP 5375 Practicum in Community Counseling Baylor University
EDP 5377 Practicum in School Counseling Baylor University
EDP 5386 Internship II in Counseling Baylor University
EDP 5V95 Special Problems in Education: Research in Baylor University
School Counseling
EDP 6689 Dissertation Baylor University
C. Graduate Theses/Dissertation or Exit Committees:
Chair, Thesis Committee, Kate Carmichael, Texas State University; 2010-2012
Chair, Dissertation Committee, Nan Rentz, Baylor University; 2005-2006
D. Courses Prepared and Curriculum Development:
Curriculum Development:
COUN 5338: Advanced Issues in School Counseling, Texas State University; developed new course as part of new degree plan for School Counseling emphasis; 2010. Transformed this course at Multicultural Transformation Institute in 2011 to meet Texas State University’s designation for both Multicultural Perspectives and Content.
COUN 5370: Intermediate Methods in Counseling Adolescents, Texas State University; curriculum developed for new course in the School Counseling emphasis; 2006.
Courses Prepared:
COUN 5328: Introduction to School Counseling, Texas State University; revised course to meet new degree plan for School Counseling emphasis; 2010.
COUN 5389: Internship in Counseling, Texas State University; revised internship manual, course syllabus, objectives, and evaluation for School Counseling emphasis; 2007.
E. Funded External Teaching Grants and Contracts:
F. Submitted, but not Funded, External Teaching Grants and Contracts:
G. Funded Internal Teaching Grants and Contracts:
H. Submitted, but not Funded, Internal Teaching Grants and Contracts:
Research Enhancement Program, Texas State University, 2008. Summer academy for school counselors to assist Latino/Latina students in “Bridging the Gaps”; $8,000 requested.
I. Other:
III. SCHOLARLY/CREATIVE
A. Works in Print
1. Books
a. Scholarly Monographs:
Roaten, G. (accepted; under revision). Growing great girls: A counseling curriculum for the empowerment of adolescent girls. Chapin, SC: YouthLight, Inc.
b. Textbooks:
c. Edited Books:
d. Chapters in Books:
Roaten, G. (2007). Caught between two worlds: The inner conflict of Asian-American adolescents. In D. Coy (Ed.), Children of promise: Investing in our legacy (pp. 153-165), Denton, TX: Ronjon Press (refereed).
e. Creative Books:
f. Entries in Edited Books:
Roaten, G., & Leggett, M.E. (2009). Professional identity and ethics: Key legal issues. In Erford, B., & Linde, L. (Eds.), ACA encyclopedia of counseling, pp. 413-415. Alexandria, VA: American Counseling Association (refereed).
2. Articles
a. Refereed Journal Articles:
Roaten, G., & Roaten, D.J. (2012). Building a brain-friendly secondary school counseling program. Submitted to Journal of School Counseling, 10 (18). Retrieved from http://www.jsc.montana.edu/article/v10n18.pdf
Fall, K., Roaten, G., & Eberts, S. (in press). An existential approach to adoptive identity development in adulthood. Submitted to The Family Journal.
Roaten, G., Morrison, M., & Reardon, R. (2012). Supporting school counselors: Critical factors. New York State School Counseling Journal, 9 (1), 9-19.
Roaten, G. (2011).Innovative and brain-friendly strategies for building the therapeutic alliance with adolescents. Journal of Creativity in Mental Health, 6 (4), 298-314. DOI: 10:1080/15401383.2011.630306
Roaten, G., Ybanez, K., & Leggett, E. (2011). Professional identity: An exploratory study of practicing professional school counselors. The Counseling Interviewer, 44 (1), 10-15.
Solmonson, L., Roaten, G., & Sawyer, C. (2011). Emerging concerns regarding the hiring practices of school counselors: A Delphi study. The Journal of Professional Counseling: Practice, Theory, and Research, 38 (37-51).
Leggett, M.E., Roaten, G., & Ybanez, K. (2009). Professional identity of school counselors: An inside look. The Counseling Interviewer, 41(4), 5-11.
Roaten, G., Leggett, E., & Ybanez, K. (2009). Family counseling in school settings: Recommendations for consideration and practice. The New York State School Counseling Journal, 6 (2), 48-55.
Roaten, G., & Schmidt, E. (2009). Using experiential activities with adolescents to promote respect for diversity. Professional School Counseling, 12, 309-314.
b. Non-Refereed Articles:
Magazines:
Shallcross, L. (2012). A calming presence. Interview with Gail Roaten on counseling children and adolescents after a disaster or crisis. Counseling Today, 54(8), 28-38 (peer-reviewed magazine of the American Counseling Association; readership of 49,000).
Roaten, G. (2008). Keeping quiet. ASCA School Counselor Magazine, 46, 32-39 (peer reviewed magazine of American School Counselor Association [ASCA], readership of 23,000+).
Roaten, G. (2007). From crisis comes opportunity. ASCA School Counselor Magazine, 44, 12-18 (peer-reviewed magazine of ASCA, readership of 23,000+).
Newsletters:
Roaten, G. (2010). Texas Association of Counselor Education and Supervision (TACES). Guidelines, 57, (newsletter of Texas Counseling Association [TCA])
Roaten, G. (2010). Time to transition: New standards for CACREP. Juncture, January (3), (newsletter of TACES).
Roaten, G. (2010). ACES/SACES – TACES getting involved. Juncture. January (1).
Roaten, G. (2009). Alternative certification for school counselors: Buyers beware. The Voice of the School Counselor, 19, 4 (newsletter of Texas School Counselor Association [TSCA]).
Roaten, G. (2008). With fear and trepidation: A message from the president-elect. Juncture, Fall, (2).
Roaten, G. (2008). “Best practices” – What does that mean? The Voice of the School Counselor, 19 (1), 4.
Roaten, G. (2007). Vintage clothes. The Voice of the School Counselor, 18 (1), 5.
Roaten, G. (2007). Advocacy means action. The Voice of the School Counselor, 17 (3), 1.
Roaten, G. (2006). Professional identity of school counselors: The results are in. The Voice of the School Counselor, 17 (2), 1.
Roaten, G. (2005). Counseling children in the aftermath of disaster, Juncture, Fall, 3 & 8.
3. Abstracts:
4. Reports:
5. Book Reviews:
6. Other:
School Counselor Leadership Alliance of Texas (Roaten, G., Hughes, L. [Education Service Center Region 13] (2011). Administrative/counselor/CTE collaboration in providing career and educational planning (Training for Trainers Manual). Austin, TX: ESC Region 13 & Texas Education Agency.
a. Refereed Conference Proceedings:
Roaten, G. (2010). The amazing teen brain: What every educator needs to know. ASCA National Conference,
Boston, MA. Alexandria, VA: ASCA.
Roaten, G. (2008). Promoting diversity through guidance. ASCA National Conference, Atlanta, GA. Alexandria, VA: ASCA.
7. Works Submitted
Roaten, G., & Roaten, D.J. (2012). Saving the “true selves” of gifted and talented adolescents: Using a comprehensive program to provide essential services. Submitted to Journal of School Counseling.
B. Works Not in Print
1. Papers Presented at Professional Meetings:
Juried/Refereed Presentations International and National:
Roaten, G., & Carmichael, K. (2012, March). The impact of spiritual development on counseling issues of traditional college students. Presented at American Counseling Association (ACA) Conference, San Franciso, CA.
Roaten, G., & Leggett, E. (2012, March). With crisis comes opportunity: Counseling children and adolescents in the aftermath of a disaster. Presented at ACA Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Roaten, G., Albrecht, A., Solmonson, L., & Jones, D. (2011, October). Research informs a need for change in helping: Results of a large study of college freshmen reveals they need more help in postsecondary planning. Presented at Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) Conference, Nashville, TN.
Eberts, S., & Roaten, G. (2011, October). Looking toward the future: A new paradigm for training school counselors in crisis and trauma intervention. Presented at ACES Conference, Nashville, TN.
Roaten, G. (2010, August). Enhancing students’ multicultural awareness, behaviors, and beliefs through use of experiential activities. Accepted at 2010 Counseling and Diversity Institute, Old Dominion University and Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland.
Roaten, G. (2010, July). The amazing teen brain: What every educator needs to know. Presented at ASCA National Conference, Boston, MA (3 hours).
Ybanez, K., Leggett, E., & Roaten, G. (2010, March). Family counseling in school settings: What works. Presented at ACA Annual Conference, Pittsburgh, PA.
Roaten, G. (2009, October). Counselor educator guide to training site supervisors of school counseling interns: The basics. Presented at ACES Conference, San Diego, CA.
Roaten, G. (2008, June). Promoting diversity through guidance. Presented at ASCA National Conference, Atlanta, GA.
Ricard, R., & Roaten, G. (2005, April). Career interventions for high school: Programs that work and ways to design career interventions for program evaluation. Presented at ACA Annual Conference, Atlanta, GA.
Ricard, R., Roaten, G., & Smith, M. (2002, March). Family counseling in school settings:
Measuring outcome effectiveness. Presented at ACA Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA.
Juried/Refereed Presentations Regional/State:
Roaten, G. (2012, September). Fostering resilience in adolescents: Innovative counseling strategies to facilitate change. Presented at Southern Association of Counselor Education and Supervision (SACES) Conference, Savannah, GA.
Roaten, G. (2011, September). The 2010 ASCA ethical standards: Using the standards to establish a standard of care. Presented at the TACES/TCA Directors of Guidance Conference, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G. (2010, November). Supervision – A critical factor for school site supervisors. Presented at
TCA Annual Conference, Austin, TX (3 hours).
Roaten, G. (2010, October). The impact of change on school counselors: Preliminary results of a qualitative
study. Presented at SACES Conference, Williamsburg, VA.
Roaten, G. (2010, October). Recent research on the adolescent brain: Implications for counselors. Presented at SACES Conference, Williamsburg, VA.
Roaten, G. (2009, November). Supervision in schools: Training is a must for site supervisors. Presented at TCA
Annual Conference, Dallas, TX (3 hours).
Roaten, G. (2009, February). Adolescents: Current research on developmental issues. Presented at
TCA/TSCA Secondary School Counselors Conference, Austin, TX
(1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2008, November). Counseling adolescents: Unveiling the mystery. Presented at TCA Annual Conference, Houston, TX (3 hours).
Roaten, G. (2008, November). Supervision in schools: Training site supervisors. Presented at TCA Annual Conference, Houston, TX (3 hours).
Roaten, G. (2008, November). Using multicultural experiential activities to enhance guidance with secondary students. Presented at TCA Annual Conference, Houston, TX.
Solmonson, L., Roaten, G., & Sawyer, C. (2008, November). Emerging concerns regarding hiring practices of school counselors. Presented at TCA Annual Conference, Houston, TX.
Roaten, G. & Crews, C. (2008, September). Ethics in the schools: Contextual applications. Presented at TCA/TACES Directors of Guidance Conference, Austin, TX (3 hours).
Roaten, G. (2008, May). Confidentiality and privacy in schools: Helping others understand. Presented at TCA/TSCA Elementary School Counselors Conference, Galveston, TX.
Roaten, G. (2008, February). Confidentiality and privacy in schools: Helping others understand. Presented at TCA/TSCA Secondary School Counselors Conference, Galveston, TX.
Morrison, M., & Roaten, G. (2008, February). Supporting school counselors. Presented at TACES Mid-Winter Conference, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G. (2007, September). Facilitating program change: Transitioning to a comprehensive developmental counseling program that meets the needs of all students. Presented at TACES Directors of Guidance Conference, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G., & Morrison, M. (2007, February). School counselor case notes: From chaos to consistency. Presented at TACES Mid-Winter Conference, Austin, TX
Roaten, G., Baan, A., & Robertson, L. (2006, November). Saving the selves of gifted and talented adolescent girls: A team approach. Presented at TCA Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX.
Roaten, G., & Leggett, E., & Ybanez, K. (2006, November). Understanding the emerging professional identity of school counselors. Presented at TCA Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX.
Roaten, G., & Johnson, J. (2006, October). Counselors as campus leaders in effective educational reform. Presented at Texas Association of School Boards (TASB)/Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) Annual Conference, Houston, TX.
Roaten, G., Leggett, El., & Ybanez, K. (2006, September). Professional identity of school counselors: The results of a Texas study. Presented at SACES Conference, Orlando, FL.
Roaten, G., & Johnson, J. (2006, April) School counselors as campus leaders: Including school counselors in effective reform at the campus level. Presented at TCA/TSCA Elementary School Counselors Conference, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G. (2006, April). Easy ways for school counselors to develop and implement outcome evaluations. Presented at TCA/TSCA Secondary and Elementary School Counselors Conferences, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G., & Johnson, J. (2006, February) School counselors as campus leaders: Including school counselors in effective reform at the campus level. Presented at TCA/TSCA Secondary School Counselors Conference, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G., Cornman, A., Lomax, L., & Mueller, S. (2005, November). Great groups to empower adolescent girls. Presented at TCA Annual Conference, El Paso, TX.
Roaten, G., Cornman, A., Lomax, L., Mueller, S., & Neal, G. (2005, March). Empowering
adolescent girls through group interventions. Presented at TCA/TSCA Secondary School Counselors Conference, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G., & Leggett, E. (2005, February). The future of school counseling: Critical issues concerning the educational preparation & credentialing process. Presented at TACES Mid-Winter Conference, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G., Leggett, E., & Ybanez, K. (2004, November). The application and interview process for university faculty positions: Tips for the novice. Presented at TCA Annual Conference, Fort Worth, TX.
Roaten, G. (2004, November). The future of school counseling – Critical issues concerning the educational preparation and credentialing process. Presented at TCA Annual Conference, Fort Worth, TX.
Roaten, G. (2003, November). Career help for the clueless. Presented at TCA Annual Conference, Galveston, TX.
Roaten, G., Nelson, K., & Leggett, E. (2003, November). Counselors caught in the ‘crunch.’ Presented at TCA Annual Conference, Galveston, TX.
Ricard, R., Roaten, G, Smith, M. & Abel, A. (2002, November). Family counseling in school settings. Presented at Texas Counseling Association (TCA) Annual Conference, Austin, TX.
Juried/Refereed Presentations Local/Area:
Roaten, G. (2007, January). School counselors as campus leaders in effective educational reform. Presented at Texas State University Assistant Principal’s Conference, San Marcos, TX.
Roaten, G. (1994, June). Treating children with ADD/ADHD: A team approach. Presented at Tarleton State University Annual Counselor’s Conference.
2. Invited Talks, Lectures, and Presentations:
International/National:
Regional/State:
Roaten, G. (2013, February). Legal and ethical issues for school counselors: Updates in ethical codes and LPC Board Policy. To be presented to Educational Service Center (ESC) Region 20 School Counselors, San Antonio, TX (all day).
Roaten, G. (2012, July). Adolescent brain development: What every secondary school counselor must know. Presented to ESC Region 12 School Counselors, Waco, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2011, December). The new ASCA ethical standards: Applying ethical standards in establishing a standard of care. Presented to ESC Region 20 School counselors, San Antonio, TX (all day).
Roaten, G. (2011, September). Comparing the 2004 and 2010 ASCA ethical standards: Establishing a standard of care. Presented at Directors of Guidance Conference, Austin, TX (3 hour).
Roaten, G. (2010, December). Legal and ethical issues in school counseling: Applying an ethical decision-making model to case studies. Presented to ESC Region 20 School Counselors, San Antonio, TX (all day).
Roaten, G. (2010, September). How to become accountable: Program planning and evaluation. Presented to
ESC Region 12 School Counselors, Waco, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2009, January). Confidentiality & privacy in schools: Walking a tightrope in a hurricane. Presented to ESC Region 1 School Counselors, Social Workers, and School Psychologists, McAllen, TX (all day).
Roaten, G. (2009, July). Ethical and legal issues in school counseling: Resolving ethical dilemmas. Presented to ESC Region 12 School Counselors, Waco, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2009, June). Legal and ethical issues in school counseling: Records and documentation. Presented to ESC Region 10 School Counselors, Dallas, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2009, December). Legal and ethical issues in school counseling: Confidentiality, records, and documentation. Presented to ESC Region 20 School Counselors, San Antonio, TX (All day).
Roaten, G. (2008, July). Confidentiality & privacy in schools: Walking a tightrope in a hurricane. Presented to ESC Region 12 School Counselors, Waco, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2008, June). Ethical and legal issues in the context of the schools. Presented at Texas Education Agency Colloquium for Specialists in School Counseling (All Regional Education Service Centers in Texas), Austin, TX.
Roaten, G. (2006, January). Wellness: Learning to manage your stress. Presented to ESC Region 12, Waco,
Roaten, G. (2006, June). Managing stress: An important component of wellness. Presented to ESC Region 12 School Nurses, Waco, TX.
Roaten, G., & Johnson, J. (2006, May). Helping students adjust socially/emotionally in new settings. Presented to ESC Region 12 School Counselors, Waco, TX (all day).
Roaten, G. (2005, October). Professional school counselors: Planning, implementing, and
evaluating a comprehensive developmental guidance program. Presented to Waco ISD School Counselors, Waco, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2005, September). Ethical decision-making: Using the ACA code of ethics and other resources. Presented to Heart of Texas Counseling Association, Waco, TX (3 hours).
Roaten, G. (2005, August). Managing your stress during the school year. Presented to ESC Region 12 School Counselors, Waco, TX.
Roaten, G., Cornman, A., Lomax, L., Mueller, S., & Neal, G. (2005, June). Empowering adolescent girls through group interventions. Presented to ESC Region 12 School Counselors, Waco, TX.
Roaten, G. (2004, October). Career help for the clueless. Presented to ESC Region 12 School Counselors, Waco, TX.
Local/Area:
Roaten, G. (2011, April). The new ASCA ethical standards: An in-depth look. Presented to Capitol
of Texas Counseling Association, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G. (2011, February). The amazing teen brain: What every counselor needs to know. Presented at Kaleidoscope of Counseling Conference, Chi Sigma Iota, Texas State University – San Marcos, San Marcos, TX.
Roaten, G. (2010, October). Time management: Tips for college success. Presented to chapter members of
Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, Texas State University, San Marcos, TX.
Roaten, G. (2010, May). Ethics 101: What every school counselor should know about establishing a standard of care. Presented to ESC Region 13 School Counselors, Austin, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2010, April). Making healthy choices: Recent research on alcohol among college students. Presented to chapter members of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, University of Texas, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G. (2010, February). The adolescent brain: Addressing developmental issues in counseling adolescents. Presented to Capitol of Texas Counseling Association, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G. (2009, May). Ethical and legal issues in school counseling: Case studies. Presented to ESC Region 13 School Counselors, Austin, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2008, May). Legal and ethical issues facing professional counselors in the context of schools. Presented to Capitol of Texas Counseling Association, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G. (2008, May). Legal and ethical issues facing professional counselors in the context of schools. Presented to Bluebonnet Counseling Association, Bastrop, TX (3 hours).
Roaten, G. (2008, March). Confidentiality & privacy in schools: Walking at tightrope in a hurricane. Presented to ESC Region 13 School Counselors, Social Workers, and School Psychologists, Austin, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2008, February). Adolescents: Unveiling the mystery. Presented to foster parents associated with Child Protective Services (CPS) through Texas State University Dept. of Social Work (Dr. Nancy Chavkin grant). Victoria, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2008, January). Adolescents: Unveiling the mystery. Presented to foster parents associated with CPS through Texas State University Dept. of Social Work (Dr. Nancy Chavkin grant). New Braunfels, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2007, December). Krispy kremed or delightfully done? Dealing with the stress of foster parenting. Presented to foster parents associated with CPS through Texas State University Dept. of Social Work (Dr. Nancy Chavkin grant). New Braunfels, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2003). Professional identity and role of school counselors in Texas. Presented to Doctoral Cohort 2 at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, TX.
Roaten, G. (2003). Planning, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive, developmental guidance and counseling program. Presented to Doctoral Cohort 2 at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, TX.
Roaten, G. & Smith, M. (2003, March & April). Family therapists and school counselors: A perfect partnership. Presented to Gulf Coast Counseling Association Annual Conference and Coastal Bend Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, Corpus Christi, TX.
3. Consultancies:
Research consultancies:
Roaten, G. (2010-present). Consultant with ESC Region 13 Counseling Specialist; using the School Counselor Concept Scale with various school counselors in Texas receiving training in planning, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program.
Roaten, G. (2008-2010). Consultant with San Marcos CISD School Counselors; qualitative research focused on impact on school counselors in moving toward a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program.
Roaten, G., & Morrison, M. (2007-2008). Consultants with San Marcos CISD School Counselors; examining the type of support most effective in professional identity development for school counselors.
4. Workshops:
Roaten, G. (2011, June). Creating an accountable career component of a school counseling program through collaboration and consultation. Was to be presented at Rethinking Learning….Transforming Practice: 2011 Secondary School Summit, High Schools That Work State Conference, Austin, TX (cancelled by TEA).
Roaten, G. (2011, January). Creating a safe climate: Systemic efforts to decrease bullying. Presented to
Blackshear Elementary and Oak Springs Elementary School Counselors, Austin ISD, Austin, TX.
Roaten, G. (2010, November). Legal and ethical issues for special education counselors: Case studies. Presented to Austin ISD Special Education Counselors, Austin, TX (3 hours).
Roaten, G. (2010, January). Resolving legal and ethical dilemmas in schools. Presented to
Weslaco ISD School Counselors, School Psychologists, and Social Workers, Weslaco, TX (All day).
Roaten, G. (2009, May). Crisis intervention and prevention in schools. Presented to San Marcos CISD Secondary School Counselors, San Marcos, TX.
Roaten, G. (2009, April). Accountability: Program evaluation and use of data. Presented to San Marcos CISD Secondary School Counselors, San Marcos, TX.
Roaten, G. (2009, February and March). Planning, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program. Presented to San Marcos CISD Secondary School Counselors, San Marcos, TX.
Roaten, G. (2009, January). School counselor case notes: What to write and how. Presented to Round Rock Independent School District School Counselors, Round Rock, TX.
Roaten, G. (2009, January). Professional advocacy. Presented to San Marcos CISD Secondary School Counselors, San Marcos, TX.
Roaten, G. (2008, December). Legal and ethical issues in schools: School counselors and administrators working together to provide essential student services. Presented to Waxahachie ISD School Counselors and Administrators, Waxahachie, TX (All day).
Roaten, G. (2008, December). Planning for change: New directions for SMCISD school counselors. Presented to Secondary School Counselors, San Marcos, TX.
Roaten, G. (2007, November). Mean girls: Dealing with relational aggression in the schools. Presented to Austin ISD Administrators.
Roaten, G. (2007, October). Mean girls: Dealing with relational aggression in the schools. Presented to Austin ISD School Counselors.
Roaten, G. (2007, June). Resolving ethical and legal dilemmas in school counseling. Presented to San Marcos CISD School Counselors and School Psychologists.
Roaten, G. (2007, April). Crisis intervention and prevention. Presented to Lockhart ISD School Counselors, Lockhart, TX (1/2 day)
Roaten, G. (2007, March). The at-risk and unmotivated: School counselors can help! Presented to Lockhart ISD School Counselors, Lockhart, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (2007, February). Stress management: How to deal with the personal stress of being a helper. Presented to Lockhart ISD School Counselors, Lockhart, TX (1/2 day).
Roaten, G. (January, 2006). Facilitating program change: Moving toward a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program. Presented to Waco ISD School Counselors, Waco, TX (3 hours).
Roaten, G. (2004). ExCel Teaching Model: Building crucial relationships with students. Presented to faculty and administrators of Rockport-Fulton High School, Rockport, TX.
Roaten, G. (2003). Essential study skills for high school students. Presented to teachers at Rockport-Fulton High School, Rockport, TX.
Roaten, G. (2002). Action tutoring. Presented to teachers at Rockport-Fulton High School, Rockport, TX.
Roaten, G. (1999-2000). Discipline with Dignity. Presented to faculty of Rockport-Fulton Junior High School and Fulton Intermediate School, Rockport, TX (4 workshops throughout the school year).
Roaten, G. (1998). Managing stress. Presented to faculty of Rockport-Fulton Junior High School, Rockport, TX.
Roaten, G. (1997). Building positive relationships with all students. Presented to faculty of Rockport-Fulton Junior High School, Rockport, TX.
Roaten, G. (1997). A team approach to working with ADD/ADHD students. Presented to faculty of Rockport-Fulton Junior High School, Rockport, TX.
Roaten, G. (1993). Confidentiality for counselors & teachers. Presented to Goldthwaite Elementary School Teachers, Goldthwaite, TX.
Roaten, G. (1992). Smarties and Slowpokes (modifications for G/T & Special Education). Presented to Goldthwaite Elementary School Teachers, Goldthwaite, TX.
C. Grants and Contracts
1. Funded External Grants and Contracts:
Texas Education Agency, Texas Initiatives Grant (6 month grant); $76,000. School Counselor Leadership Alliance of Texas. Serving as Principal Investigator (PI), Consultant, Coach for initiative of ESC Region 13, TEA, and Career Technology Education (CTE) Statewide Leadership Counselor Initiative, Austin, TX.
2. Submitted, but not Funded, External Grants and Contracts:
U.S. Dept of Education Grant (Race for the Top), 2010. College and Career Counseling Collaborative: The 4C Project; to serve as PI, Consultant, Coach with ESC Region 13, Southern Region Education Board, High Schools that Work, and National Coaching and Leadership Development Center; $550, 000 requested.
3. Funded Internal Grants and Contracts:
4. Submitted, but not Funded, Internal Grants and Contracts:
Research Enhancement Program, Texas State University – San Marcos, 2007. Great Girls: A small group counseling curriculum for adolescent girls; $8,000 requested.
Research Enhancement Program, Texas State University – San Marcos, 2006. Great Girls: A small group counseling curriculum for adolescent girls; $8,000 requested.
D. Fellowships, Awards, and Honors:
IV. SERVICE
A. University:
Multicultural Transformation Institute, Texas State University, 2011.
Guest Coach for Women’s Basketball Team, Texas State University, 2011.
Presidential Award for Excellence in Service, Dean Nominee, College of Education, Texas State
University, 2010
Presidential Award for Excellence in Service, Runner-Up, College of Education, Texas State University, 2009
Student Speaker Committee (represented College of Education), Spring Commencement, Texas State University; 2009
Student Speaker Committee (represented College of Education), Summer Commencement, Texas State University; 2007.
Steering Committee for Baylor Community Ministries Office (CMAP) (Meyer Center for Urban Ministries), Baylor University; 2005
Chapel Friday Leader, Baylor University; 2005
Consultation and Supervision Services provided at the Career Counseling Center, Baylor University; 2005 – 2006
B. College/Departmental:
Admissions Coordinator, Professional Counseling Program, CLAS Dept.; 2012 – present.
Faculty Advisory Council (FAC) Representative from CLAS Dept.; 2009-2011
Teacher Education Council Member, College of Education, Texas State University; 2007-present
Coordinator of School Counseling emphasis, Professional Counseling Program, CLAS Dept., 2007-present.
School Counseling TExES Administrator, Professional Counseling Program - CLAS Dept.; 2007-present
School Counseling Certification Administrator, Professional Counseling Program – CLAS Dept.; 2007-present
School Counseling Deficiency Plan Coordinator, Professional Counseling Program – CLAS Dept.; 2007-present
Worked to establish Professional School Counseling Cohorts (to educate and train bilingual school counselors) with San Marcos CISD and Hays CISD, 2011, and Round Rock ISD, 2010.
Search Committee, Professional Counseling Program, CLAS Dept.; 2008-2009; 2009-2010
CACREP Self-Study Committee, Professional Counseling Program, EAPS Dept; 2006-2007
CACREP Site Team Coordinator for School Counseling Track, EAPS Dept.; 2007
Admissions Committee, Professional Counseling Program, EAPS Dept.; 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
SACS Re-Accreditation Committee; Authored SACS documentation for School and Community Counseling Programs; Responsible for Formulating Outcome Assessments and Data Collection, Baylor University; 2005-2006
Chapter Advisor, Chi Sigma Iota International Counseling Honor Society, Beta Upsilon Tau Chapter, Baylor University; 2005-2006
C. Community:
Adult Sunday School Teacher, the Baptist Church of Driftwood, 2010-present.
Young Life of Hays County, Committee Member; 2009-present
Co-Lead Making Kids Mind without Losing Yours, First Baptist Church, San Marcos, TX;
Spring 2008
Consultation with First Baptist Church, San Marcos, to establish Counseling Ministry;
2007-2008
Co-Lead Active Parenting of Teens, Harris Creek Baptist Church, Waco TX; 2006
Co-Lead Taking Care of Your Elderly Parents, First Baptist Church, Waco, TX; 2006
Volunteer Counselor at Free Clinic, Meyer Center, Mission Waco, Waco, TX; 2005-2006
D. Professional:
Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling (ACAC) President Elect nominee, 2012.
Southern Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (SACES) School Counseling Interest Network Co-Chair, 2012 – present.
Editorial Board, Journal of School Counseling, national online school counseling journal; 2011-present.
Selected to write TExES 152 for School Counselors, Education Testing Service; 2012 (one of 8 chosen in state)
Selected to rewrite TExES 152 for School Counselors, Education Testing Service; 2011 (one of 4 chosen in state); 2008 (one of 12 chosen in state)
Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling, Membership Chair; March, 2011-present
Chaired the TACES/TCA Directors of Guidance Conference, Austin, TX; September, 2009
Chaired the TACES Mid-Winter Conference, Austin, TX; January, 2009
Chaired the TACES/TCA Directors of Guidance Conference, Austin, TX; September, 2008
Facilitator at Social Justice Summit, ACES Conference, San Diego, CA; 2009
SACES Nominee for President, 2010
TACES Senator (TCA), 2011-2014; Past President, 2011; President, 2010; President-Elect, 2009, Board Member At-Large, 2008; Emerging Leader (selected), 2007.
TACES & TSCA Task Force chair – addressing issues surrounding school counselor alternative certification in Texas; 2011.
TCA School Counseling Advocacy Committee 2004-2005, Research Committee: Co-Chair, 2006; Chair, 2007-2008; Authored “white papers” for TCA 2006; Constructed survey for TCA Strategic Planning Committee, 2007 (select committee)
TSCA Counselor Educator Vice-President, 2007-2009; Executive Board-Publications Chair (selected) 2004-2006, Advocacy Committee Chair (selected), 2006-2007
TSCA and TACES Joint Committee addressing SBEC policy for certification of school counselors in Texas (select committee of six; testified at SBEC hearing, 2009)
TSCA Initial Committee for the revision of the Texas Model: A Guide for the Implementation of a Comprehensive Developmental Guidance and Counseling Program (select statewide planning team composed of TACES, TSCA, & TEA members; 2008)
Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, Delta Chapter, Chapter Advisor (selected). Austin, TX, 2007-present
Professional consultancies:
Roaten, G., Hughes, L., & Lopez, H. (2011). Funded through TEA (Texas Initiatives Grant) ESC Region 13 School Counselor Leadership Alliance of Texas. Outside consultant/coach with districts around the state to revamp school counseling programs through counselor coach model. Was to serve as PI for project, overseeing data collection and data analysis.
Roaten, G. (2009-2010). Canyon Lake High School, Comal ISD. Provided assistance/guidance for school counselors in counseling and advising first senior class.
Roaten, G. (2007-2010). San Marcos CISD School Counselors; provided on-going consultation for school counselors for the district to revise school counseling program. Met with school counselors monthly in 2007-2008, 2008-2009, 2009-2010.
Roaten, G. (2008-present). ESC Region 13; provide consultation for Counseling Specialist, Linda Hughes.
Roaten, G. (2008-present). Round Rock ISD; provide consultation for district school counselors and Director of Guidance, Rosemary Kelly.
Roaten, G. (2006-2008). Austin ISD; provided consultation for Director of Guidance, Charlotte Winkelmann.
Roaten, G. (2006-2011). Texas Education Agency; provided consultation for Director of Guidance and Counseling, Lauralea Bauer.
Roaten, G. (2004-present). ESC Region 12; provide consultation for Counseling Specialist, Mary Ann Marak.
Roaten, G. (2007). Lockhart ISD; provided consultation and continuing education for district counselors.
Roaten, G. (2004-2006). Waco ISD; provided consultation for Director of Guidance, Liz Harris.
Roaten, G. (2004-2006). Lakeshore Psychological Services, Waco, TX: Served as consultant with Dr. H.E. LeCrone for Waco ISD as well as Dr. LeCrone’s adolescent clients.
E. Organizations:
1. Honorary:
Chi Sigma Iota International Counseling Honor Society, TAMU-CC; 2002-present
Delta Kappa Gamma Educational Honor Society; recipient of Brownwood Chapter
Scholarship, 1992 & 1993
2. Professional:
American Counseling Association; 2003-2012
American School Counselor Association; 2004-2012
National Career Development Association; 2003-2008
Association for Counselor Education and Supervision; 2004-2012
Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling; 2011-2012
Southern Association for Counselor Education and Supervision; 2010-2012
Texas Counseling Association; 1996-2012
Texas School Counselor Association; 1999-2012
Texas Association of Counselor Education and Supervision; 2005-2012
Gulf Coast Counseling Association; 2000-2004
Heart of Texas Counseling Association; 2004-2006
Capitol of Texas Counseling Association; 2007-2012
F. Services Honors and Awards:
Selected to write TExES 152 for School Counselors, Education Testing Service; 2012 (one of 8 chosen in state)
Selected to rewrite TExES 152 for School Counselors, Education Testing Service; 2008 (one of 12 chosen in state), and 2011 (one of 4 chosen in state)
Outstanding Service Award, TACES; 2010
Distinguished Service Award (Research Committee Chair), TCA; 2007
Counselor Educator of the Year, TSCA; 2006
“Emerging Leader,” TACES; 2006-2007
Alpha Delta Pi Sorority Alumni, “ADPi in the News;” 2008
Rhosine Fleming Outstanding Secondary School Counselor, TSCA; 2003
School Counselor of the Year, Gulf Coast Counseling Association; 2003
Selected to serve as Validator for National Board of Professional Teachers (Education Testing Service) School Counseling Certification Assessment (one of twelve chosen in U.S.); 2004
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