Whitt Daniel

Wellness Counselor (Morganton)

Morganton

Joined NCSSM in December 2024

Whitt Daniel serves as a Wellness Counselor on our Morganton campus, where he is dedicated to fostering students’ mental health and overall well-being. With a passion for working with adolescents and neurodivergent populations, Whitt brings culturally-affirming skills and a compassionate approach to his counseling practice. His experience spans academic, higher education, and private practice settings, where he has supported individuals in overcoming challenges and thriving. Whitt earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from UNC Wilmington in 2018 and a master’s in clinical mental health counseling in 2024. His academic and professional journey reflects his commitment to promoting resilience, personal growth, and inclusivity in young people. Outside of his professional role, Whitt enjoys running, exploring music, and spending quality time with his pets. His dedication to building meaningful connections and promoting wellness enriches his contributions to the NCSSM community.


Counseling

Gina Burger

Wellness Counselor (Durham)

Justine Davey ’08

School Counselor (Durham)

Michele Ferry

School Counselor (Morganton)

Suzanne Gavenus

Director of Counseling and Wellness (Morganton)

Darius Hampton

Counseling Intern (Morganton)

Terri Ingle-Krause

School Counselor (Morganton)

Dasni Lakpriya

Case Manager

Sisley Luo

Counseling Intern (Durham)

Annie Miller

Wellness Counselor & Program Specialist

Lori Hackney Newnam

Dean of Counseling

Lacey O’Rourke

Wellness Counselor and Academic Accessibility Specialist (Morganton)

Pam Oxendine

Program Assistant

Traci Rigsbee

Wellness Counselor & Programming Specialist

Scott Schwartz ’06

School Counselor (Durham)

Damon Toone

Wellness Counselor (Durham)

Carissa Trotta

Wellness Counselor and Academic Accessibility Specialist

Janice Webster

School Counselor (Durham)

Lamia Younes

School Counselor (Durham)