Meet Our Counseling Team
Lincoln Counseling Team
Brittni Zackery
Counselor for all Running Start students, all Skills Center students and any Part-Time Students
Hello LHS! I am so grateful to be a part of the amazing Counseling Team at Lincoln and the greater Lincoln Community.
I’m a proud WSU (Go Cougs!) and EWU alum. After completing my School Counseling degree program at Eastern, I moved to Seattle and have now lived here for nearly a decade. I have worked in surrounding school districts over the years as a Mental Health Specialist and School Counselor. I am happy to now call SPS and LHS my work home.
When I’m not at work, I have a busy family filled with young kids and dogs! My family likes to get outside to enjoy Golden Gardens, Discovery Park, and the many surrounding outdoor amenities as often as Seattle weather allows. When it doesn’t allow, you can find me huddled up indoors with coffee and a good book.
Supporting students brings me great joy! I look forward to making more connections within the Lincoln Community.
Mitra Vahdati
Counselor for Students Last Name A-Eb
Hello! I’m Mitra Vahdati (they/them) and I am grateful to be a member of the Lincoln Counseling Team. I grew up in Southern California and moved to Washington to attend college. If I’m not at Lincoln, I’m probably working on some pottery, reading sci fi, taking an aimless walk or watching a horror movie with friends. I love getting to know students and their families, and I’m looking forward to supporting you all in your journeys through high school (and beyond). The Lynx community is a special one and I’m happy to be here with you all.
Sidney Lim
Counselor for Students Last Name Ec-K
Hello! My name is Sidney Lim (I often go by Sid for short), and I’m excited to be a part of the Lincoln community as a school counselor! I was born and raised right here in Seattle. I attended Western Washington University where I earned my Bachelors degree in Human Services. From there I went on to work in college admissions for different universities, getting to connect with high school students across the Washington. During that time I also went on to Seattle University to earn a Masters in School Counseling. I enjoy supporting students and families in achieving success during their time in high school, and also helping them get prepared for whatever direction they want to go afterwards!
Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my loved ones, traveling, listening to music, playing video games, and watching sports.
Claire Robbins
Counselor for Students Last Name L-Rag
Hello Lincoln, my name is Claire Robbins and I’m excited to be a part of the Lincoln Counseling Team. I am passionate about creating space for students to feel seen and heard as they navigate their high school journey. I am a graduate of Seattle public schools myself and attended UW for my undergraduate degree and WWU where I earned my Masters in School Counseling. I love getting to know my students, please don’t hesitate to stop by and say hi!
Caleb Rivas Ahrens
Counselor for Students Last Name Rai-Z
Hello! My name is Caleb Rivas Ahrens and I’m excited to be part of the Lincoln counseling team as one of your school counselors. I’m originally from Texas but moved up to Seattle in 2016. I taught high school history for seven years before getting my masters in school counseling from Seattle University. I love to support students and families alike so feel free to drop by or reach out anytime.
Aysha Smith
Counseling Secretary
Hello! My name is Aysha Smith and I’m excited to be joining the Lincoln Counseling Team as your Counseling Secretary. I was born in Seattle but spent most of my life in Honolulu, Hawaii with my parents and two younger siblings. In 2023, I moved back to Seattle to be closer to the majority of my family and so I could experience all the seasons. Outside of school, I enjoy going to concerts with my friends, traveling and eating good food. I look forward to meeting and working with everyone here at Lincoln!
Lori Miller
Registrar
Brooke Ivler
Social Worker
Hello! My name is Brooke and I am excited to join the Lincoln team as the new social worker. I grew up in Southern California and got both my bachelor’s and master’s degree from Arizona State University. After graduating with my Masters in Social Work, I moved up to Seattle in 2020. Prior to working at Lincoln, I worked as an inpatient psychiatry social worker and a crisis intervention specialist. When I’m not at school, I’m usually engaging in what I lovingly refer to as my grandma hobbies: crocheting, reading, or baking. I love traveling, going to concerts, and trying new restaurants around town. I can’t wait to get to know you and help you succeed.