Blake Jordan

I originally attended my undergraduate program at Seton Hall University with a triple major in physics, engineering, and military sciences (Army ROTC). Three semesters into my five year program, I was captivated by my introduction to psychology course. I made the difficult decision to abandon my original program and scholarship to focus on attaining a degree in psychology. I felt the calling to help others in a direct manner, though the form this would take was unclear. After my graduation, I began my application process to the New Jersey State Police, wanting to undertake a difficult but crucial job that many at the time were unwilling to fill. My friends and family were uneasy about a future career as a law enforcement officer. I felt I owed it to them and to myself to explore other career options. During this time, I contemplated how I could serve others in my career, developing skills as an intern at a child advocacy center, a package handler at FedEx, a self-employed life insurance representative, and project manager for construction work. After half a decade, the desire to help others directly continued to persist. I made the decision to earn my masters in clinical mental health counseling. While that program is ongoing, I want to get involved with helping others overcome their struggles and meet their goals in a professional environment.