Jennifer Reed
Director of Clinical Services, Mental Health Services Department for Dallas Independent School District

Jennifer is a first-generation college graduate and reflects her family’s South Texas Latino roots in her hard work, dedication, and passion. She has bachelor’s degrees in Human Development & Family Sciences, and Philosophy from The University of Texas at Austin and a master’s degree in Counseling from The University of North Texas. Jennifer has served in Dallas area public schools for over 14 years as a teacher, school counselor, at-risk facilitator, and coordinator of administrative services and special programs. She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor working with Spanish-speaking families and adolescents experiencing a variety of concerns.

A voracious proponent of the benefits of education and training, Jennifer believes that schools provide opportunity, access, and support to enable all students to create their life pathway and that mental health is foundational to successfully navigate that journey.  In her current role as Director in Mental Health Services in Dallas ISD, Jennifer advances equity in access to high quality mental health care for all students, especially students of color and in underserved communities.