RCC Counseling Services

Makiko Barrey
Academic, Career and Personal Counselor
541-956-7216

Makiko has been a counselor and instructor at Rogue Community College (RCC) since 2008, teaching Human Development and Career Guidance courses. Originally from Japan, Makiko is bilingual and bicultural, providing a unique perspective in her counseling practice. She earned a Master of Science degree in Applied Psychology from Southern Oregon University (SOU) and is both a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC).

Makiko's areas of interest include cultural and multicultural concerns, life transitions, career and identity exploration, mood issues, math anxiety, and a holistic student support approach.

Julia Fisher, MS, LPC (she/her)
Academic, Career and Personal Counselor
541-956-7195

Julia earned a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Oregon State University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), as well as a board-approved clinical supervisor. Throughout her career, Julia has worked in many settings, providing therapy to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, including residential care, crisis emergency response, local non-profits, and private practice.

Julia is deeply committed to the lifelong learning process of understanding how race and identity impact wellness and mental health. As a biracial, cis-gender woman, Julia is aware of the privileges that white body supremacy has afforded her and strives to be an ally for those with marginalized identities. Her goal is to provide affirming, safe, and supportive care.

Julia has a strong focus on trauma recovery, sexual assault, and mood and anxiety issues. She is trained in S.A.F.E (Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR), a therapeutic approach that has proven effective in healing from emotional distress caused by traumatic experiences. Julia brings warmth, compassion, and a person-centered approach to her counseling sessions, skillfully holding space for difficult stories while encouraging and supporting clients in their healing journey.

Julia finds great fulfillment in working with Rogue Community College (RCC) students, helping them navigate life's challenges as they work toward their educational and career goals.

Michelle Gray LPC
Human Development/Career Guidance Coordinator, Academic, Career, and Personal Counselor
541-956-7084

Michelle has been a dedicated counselor and instructor at Rogue Community College (RCC) since 2006. She earned a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Southern Oregon University (SOU) and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Oregon. Michelle teaches a variety of courses through the Human Development and Career Guidance department, including College Success and Survival, Scholarship Essay Writing, and Career Exploration.

Michelle enjoys working with people from diverse age groups and backgrounds. Her counseling interests include general, social, and test anxiety, grief/loss, addiction recovery, career guidance, life/school balance, self-help, self-compassion, and self-esteem. She believes in the power of positive relationships and uses an eclectic approach in her practice.

Currently, Michelle serves as the Counseling Department Chair and the Human Development/Career Guidance Coordinator at RCC. An Oregon native, she enjoys the outdoor recreation opportunities that Southern Oregon offers.

Shelly Hohl
Academic, Career and Personal Counselor
541-956-7138

Shelly has been a counselor and instructor at Rogue Community College (RCC) since 2009. She earned an Associates of Arts degree from RCC in 2000 and Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Southern Oregon University (SOU). After gaining work experience, she returned to SOU to earn a Master of Science degree in Applied Psychology/Mental Health Track. Shelly has been a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in good standing since 2016 and is also a certified Star Behavioral Health Provider, specializing in understanding and treating military service members.

Shelly's specialty areas include career and personal/relationship counseling, stress management, anxiety and depression, trauma, and grief counseling. In addition to personal counseling, Shelly teaches various Human Development courses, including CG100 College Success and Survival and CG105 Finding the Money: Scholarship Essay Writing.

Outside of work, Shelly enjoys spending time with her family and exploring the outdoors by hiking and biking in the Rogue Valley.

Tom Pike (He/Him/His)
Academic, Career and Personal Counselor
541-956-7393

Tom has been a counselor and instructor at Rogue Community College (RCC) since 2008, providing personal and career counseling and teaching College Success, Scholarship Essay Writing, Study Skills for Math Success, and Financial Literacy courses. He earned a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Antioch New England Graduate School and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oregon.

Tom specializes in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, excessive worry, life stress, lack of motivation, relationship issues, life transitions, and anger management, with a focus on issues typically relevant to men. He connects with people in a warm and relaxed manner and is passionate about helping them create lives of purpose and satisfaction.

Tom enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons, adventuring in the mountains or at the ocean. He also plays guitar and loves making music with his extended family.

Kristi Mersino
Academic, Career and Personal Counselor
541-956-7003

Kristi has been a counselor and instructor at Rogue Community College (RCC) since 2014, teaching a variety of Psychology and Human Services courses. A Rogue Valley native, Kristi earned a Master of Science degree in Applied Psychology from Southern Oregon University (SOU) and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

Kristi's areas of practice include anxiety, depression, life transitions, mood disorders, and identifying and overcoming barriers to success.

In her spare time, Kristi enjoys gardening, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family as a mom to Gigi.