Nicole Bauer

Nicole Bauer, MA, currently serves as the Wellness Center Operations Director at Stop Soldier Suicide, where responsibilities include developing and monitoring operational systems for the Wellness Center to ensure alignment with service model objectives. As Chair of the MN Caregiving Coalition, Nicole leads a collaborative effort to enhance support for caregivers in Minnesota. Previously, as Senior Director of Caregiver & Companion Services at Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, oversight of operations and budget management was undertaken, with a focus on strategic partnerships. Nicole's background includes roles as a Pre-Licensed Mental Health Professional at WellSpring Psychology Group LLC and as an Account Manager at Behavioral Healthcare Providers, where skills in project management and business development were honed. Nicole began a career as a Mental Health Specialist in the US Army Reserves, providing education and training on mental health for soldiers. Educational credentials include a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Minnesota.