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Christine M Besaw-McGavren
Residential Faculty - Counseling
Office: RDM-PV Palo Verde - Room: 221
480-461-7588 (alt)
Office Hours
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment |
Although I do not have consistent office hours available, my schedule is flexible, and I will make every effort to accomodate your availability. Please email me (christine.besaw@mesacc.edu) or send a Canvas message to set an appointment.
Profile
As a counselor, I am here to support you. Seeking counseling is a brave step - choosing to face your challenges head on and making life changes in the face of uncertainty. In counseling, we work together to develop insight, self-compassion, resiliency, emotional relief, and self-agency, among other strengths, in service of academic success and a more fulfilling and congruent life. My counseling approach provides perspectives, interventions, and practical strategies to help you overcome your struggles.
I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental environment to make it easier for you to open up about your life challenges. I treat each student as a unique individual, and take into consideration your whole person-hood to understand the deeper issues underlying your concerns. Life can be challenging, but you don’t have to go through it alone.
Although we are limited to solution focused counseling, I can also work with you to find a therapist in the community that will help you to achieve your long term mental health goals.
As an instructor, my job is to help you to be a more confident student. Professionally, my previous experiences include early childhood development and non-profit work. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Arizona. I have worked in both agency and private practice settings as a mental health professional. I am now privileged to be able to serve Mesa Community College as a Counselor and Residential Faculty member at Red Mountain!
Classes Taught
Fall 2024
| FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 3 Credits | ||||
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Focus on student success through exploration of academic, career, and life skills. Includes study of goal-setting/success strategies, academic mindset, interpersonal skills, financial literacy, self-care strategies, diverse perspectives, and campus tools and resources. Develop an education/career plan utilizing career assessments and other college resources. Prerequisites: None. |
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Course Notes: This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
35134 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
MoWe |
9:30 AM – 10:45 AM |
Closed |
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Notes: iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 35134: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong |
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15989 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
MoWe |
12:30 PM – 1:45 PM |
Closed |
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Notes: iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 15989: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong |
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Fall Flex Start 2024
| CAP240 | Introduction to Counseling Skills | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to basic skills and techniques used in the counseling field. Focuses on active listening, self-awareness, and other related skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CAP120. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
15613 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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09/03/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| CPD102AH | Stress Management | 3 Credits | ||||
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Reviews the sources of stress, the physiological effects and the psychological impact of stress on the individual. Provides strategies to manage and reduce stress. Helps students develop and understand behaviors to create a healthy balance in their lives by studying the biological, psychological, physiological, and social aspects of stress and wellness. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
13446 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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09/03/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Spring 2025
| CAP240 | Introduction to Counseling Skills | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to basic skills and techniques used in the counseling field. Focuses on active listening, self-awareness, and other related skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CAP120. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28267 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025 |
Closed |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| CPD102AH | Stress Management | 3 Credits | ||||
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Reviews the sources of stress, the physiological effects and the psychological impact of stress on the individual. Provides strategies to manage and reduce stress. Helps students develop and understand behaviors to create a healthy balance in their lives by studying the biological, psychological, physiological, and social aspects of stress and wellness. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28269 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025 |
Open 11 of 20 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 3 Credits | ||||
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Focus on student success through exploration of academic, career, and life skills. Includes study of goal-setting/success strategies, academic mindset, interpersonal skills, financial literacy, self-care strategies, diverse perspectives, and campus tools and resources. Develop an education/career plan utilizing career assessments and other college resources. Prerequisites: None. |
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Course Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28328 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
MoWe |
12:30 PM – 1:45 PM |
Open 19 of 24 |
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Notes: iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 28328: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong |
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Spring Flex Start 2025
| CAP240 | Introduction to Counseling Skills | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to basic skills and techniques used in the counseling field. Focuses on active listening, self-awareness, and other related skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CAP120. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
33212 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Open 17 of 20 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Degrees & Awards
Master of Counseling, Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science in Family and Human Devlopment, Arizona State University
My Links
Click here for a Wellness Wheel (Self-Care) Workbook
Click here for an Anxiety Coping Skills Worksheet
Click here for a Depression Coping Skills Worksheet
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