Courtney Pletcher profile

Courtney is a Higher Education Professional, National Certified Counselor, Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, and U.S. Navy Veteran who served primarily at Ft. Meade, MD, and earned the Information Dominance Warfare pin designation in the military intelligence field. Originally from San Antonio, TX, Courtney is a first-generation, two-time UT San Antonio graduate with degrees in Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. With years of management and leadership experience, beginning with a role as an associate movie theater manager, military, and higher education experience, Courtney has a proven track record of collaborating with, leading, and empowering others.

Courtney’s professional interests include Design Thinking, Career Development, Solution-Focused approaches, and CliftonStrengths. Passionate about student success, Courtney embraces a teaching philosophy centered on mutual respect and empowerment, believing in the reciprocal nature of learning between educator and student. Committed to fostering a love of learning, Courtney strives to provide engaging, experiential learning opportunities that equip individuals with the fundamental skills and career competencies necessary for success in academics and beyond.

CliftonStrengths Top 5: Self-Assurance / Maximizer / Activator / Input / Positivity