Nidhitha Kothapalli - National Board Spotlight

What are you doing today and how did joining Kappa Phi Gamma Sorority, Inc.

prepare you for this?

I am currently finishing my application for temporary licensure in state of VA to practice clinical mental health counseling. Kappa Phi Gamma prepared me for the professional world by teaching me to separate personal from professional and always be prepared in a timely fashion. I often use our quote to motivate my clients but also emphasize the importance of standing up for ourselves no matter the obstacle.

What were your biggest challenges and struggles?

Being an immigrant with a temporary work visa has made it challenging to find a job but also the various new changes of changing immigration laws and departments.

What is your favorite part of your position/career/field?

I love helping people, and seeing my clients grow into their best versions of themselves.

What is your work/life balance?

Playing with my dog, I am very obsessed with him. I take multiple pictures of him over the day, if he's in the room I am always distracted.

What do you perceive are the benefits of joining Kappa Phi Gamma Sorority, Inc.?

Professionalism, nationwide sisterhood, networking connections

What advice do you have for women that are attempting to follow your career path?

Research a lot, figure out if this is the right path for you. This career might is very fulfilling but also equally draining. It is important to increase self-awareness and evaluate how much and what is important to you.

How do you measure your success?

By happiness.