Carlos J. Gómez, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

DIRECTOR

Areas of Interest: Interpersonal and Relational Development, Group Theory and Process, Training and Supervision, Personality Development, Psychopathology, and Diversity Concerns
Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and M.S.Ed. in Mental Health Counseling, University of Miami
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with an emphasis on Existential and General Systems Theories
Professional Affiliation: American Psychological Association, Association for University and College Counseling Center Directors

Yvonne Langdon-Maduekwe, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR CLINICAL OPERATIONS

LIAISON TO UHS, C.A.R.E. &  FSUPD

Areas of Interest: Relationship issues, Trauma and Recovery, Life Transitions, Self-esteem, LGBT, Family of Origin, Diversity Concerns, and Supervision and Training
Education: Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, Howard University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative w/ a focus on Psychodynamic, Interpersonal, Multiculturalism, Family Systems, and CBT

Rebecca Whitfield, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR TREATMENT COORDINATION AND OUTREACH

Areas of Interest: Trauma and Recovery, Anxiety, Stress Management, Interpersonal Relationships, Self-esteem, Education and Awareness of Mental Wellness, and Supervision and Training
Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal, Client Centered, and Trauma Focused CBT
Professional Affiliation: National Association of Social Workers, National Association of Forensic Counselors

Annette Peters, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR GRADUATE TRAINING (TRAINING DIRECTOR)

Areas of Interest: Interpersonal Relationships, Identity Development, Multiculturalism and Diversity, Sleep, Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression
Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Northern Colorado
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with a focus on Interpersonal, Narrative, Multiculturalism, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Also informed by Cognitive-Behavioral and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
Professional Affiliation: American Psychological Association and American Group Psychotherapy Association
Interests: Annette enjoys running, hiking, biking and spending time outdoors. She loves traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Anghela Kane

BUSINESS MANAGER

Education: B.S. in Business Management; working on 2nd degree in Religion and Social Work
Interests: Anghela enjoys reading and hanging out with her family. 

Lindsay Barbee, LMHC, ATR
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

MENTAL HEALTH WITHDRAWAL AND COURSE DROP COORDINATOR

ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUG PROGRAMS COORDINATOR

LIAISON TO FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE

Areas of Interest: Stress management and self-care, adjustment issues and anxiety, interpersonal relationships, mindfulness, self-esteem and identity, substance abuse concerns, anger management
Education: Master of Science in Art Therapy, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Humanistic and integrative, focusing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Client-Centered and Solution-Focused approaches

Kimberly Bechtel, LMHC, ATR
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist

REACH COMMITTEE CHAIR

LIAISON TO INTERFAITH COUNCIL

Areas of Interest: Multicultural counseling; Interpersonal skills and Relational Development, Identity and Self-Esteem; Depression and Anxiety; Adjustment and Family of Origin issues
Education: Master of Science in Art Therapy, Florida State University. Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Registered Art Therapist
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative using Cognitive Behavioral, Systems Theory, Narrative and Art Therapy techniques to provide solution focused care that is both trauma informed and strengths-based
Professional Affiliation: American Art Therapy Association, Florida Art Therapy Association
Interests: Interests include painting, photography, reading, travel, being outdoors and spending time with family and friends

Brittany Benton, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

NOLES C.A.R.E. COMMITTEE CHAIR

Areas of Interest: grief and loss, suicide and maladaptive coping behaviors, LGBTQIA+ populations, life transitions, young adulthood, stress management, emotional regulation, mindfulness, interpersonal relationships and family conflict concerns, self-esteem and self-compassion building, trauma and attachment, perfectionism and relational distress.
Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Dialectical and Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care 
Interests: Crocheting, reading, traveling, and trying a different variety of foods and restaurants, spending time with friends, family, and one sweet, spoiled pup.

Luke Brocco, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Areas of Interest: Interpersonal and relational development, family of origin issues, social health & boundaries, effects of modern living, wellness & healthy living, anxiety, depression, transitions & adjustment issues
Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Systems Theory, Narrative Therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Problem-solving model, Strengths-based therapy, Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Interests: Luke enjoys traveling, camping, practicing fitness, reading, and cheering for the Clemson Tigers and FSU Seminoles

Caitlyn Brown, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

Areas of Interest: Adjustment/Life transitions; Neurodivergence; Interpersonal Relationships; Identity Exploration; working with LGBTQ+ students; Attachment and Boundary work
Education: Ph.D in Counseling and Human Services, Florida State University; M.S. in Clinical-Counseling Psychology, Valdosta State University; B.A. in Psychology & Philosophy and Religious Studies, Valdosta State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative approach using strength and skills-based frameworks including, Solution-Focused, Existentialism, Interpersonal Process, and Trauma-Informed Care.
Professional Affiliation: American Psychological Association and American Group Psychotherapy Association
Interests: Caitlyn enjoys spending time with her partner and her friends. She can often be found discussing or engaging in her current hyperfixations such as: Harry Potter, Marvel, Legos, Star Wars, Puzzles, videogames, and various crafts.

Julia Coelho, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

MASTERS TRAINING COORDINATOR

Areas of Interest: Trauma and Recovery, Sexual and Domestic Violence, Family of Origin issues, Grief and Loss, Attachment, Anxiety, Depression
Education: M.S. and Ed.S. in Mental Health Counseling, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative approach using aspects of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy, Interpersonal, and Narrative Therapy

Madalyn Conetta, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Areas of Interest: Trauma and recovery; interpersonal relationship issues- including peer, family of origin, or romantic relationship concerns; group therapy; couples counseling; grief and loss; attachment and boundaries; reparenting and identity development
Education: MSW, Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative, with emphasis on interpersonal process in therapy and use of attachment-based, psychodynamic, & trauma-informed approaches.

Terri K. Duck, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

PRACTICUM COORDINATOR

Areas of Interest: Group Therapy, Gender and Sexual Minority Concerns, Mindfulness, Perfectionism, Anxiety, and Interpersonal/Identity Development
Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, Louisiana Tech University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Positive Psychology, and Strengths-Based approaches, through a feminist lens, to focus on increasing acceptance, self-compassion, and valued living
Interests: In her free time, Terri loves to spend time with family, experiment with baking, and spoiling her dog

Rebekah Elliott, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Areas of Interest: Adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, substance use, stress management, coping, self-esteem and identity, interpersonal relationships, and boundaries
Education: MSW, Clinical Social Work, Florida State University, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative strengths-based approach utilizing Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Trauma-Informed Care
Interests: Hiking, camping, traveling, being outdoors, and spending time with family

Donald L. English, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

CLINICAL SUPERVISOR

Areas of Interest: Student-athletes, Psychological Assessment, Psycho-Education, Clinical Systems, Men’s issues, Depression and Anxiety
Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Memphis, M.S. Clinical Psychology, Loyola University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, General Systems and Constructivist Approaches
Professional Affiliation: American Psychological Association,

Ridrina Ford, M.S.
Treatment Coordinator

Areas of Interest: Case Management, Community Resources, Education and Awareness of Mental Wellness.
Education: MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Walden University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with a focus on Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Professional Affiliation: American Psychological Association, Florida State University Professor, and Tallahassee Community College Professor.
Interests: Being Teaching, traveling, cooking, and spending time with family.

Erin Gallivan, Ph.D., CGP
Licensed Psychologist

GROUP COORDINATOR

Areas of Interest: Interpersonal Relationships, Adjustment concerns, Identity Development, Family of Origin issues, Attachment, Anxiety/Stress, Group Therapy, and Supervision. 
Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Georgia
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with a focus on interpersonal process approach and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
Professional Affiliation: American Psychological Association, Florida Psychological Association, and American Group Psychotherapy Association

Robyn Gast, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

CLINICIAN FOR THE COLLEGE OF MOTION PICTURE ARTS

Areas of Interest: Adjustment and life transitions, coping/emotional regulation skills, self-compassion, depression, anxiety, relationships, multiculturalism and diversity, LGBTQ+ issues and working with adoptees
Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative approach including elements of strengths-based, client-centered, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral therapy and systems theory
Interests:: Robyn enjoys traveling and exploring new cultures, listening to music, participating in fitness classes, watching movies/tv and attending sporting events. 

Magnolia Hood, M.S.Ed., LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

RENEW SUPERVISOR

Areas of Interest: Anger and Stress Management, Grief work, Training and Supervision, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Women’s issues in mental health, and Integration of faith-based modalities.
Education: M.S.Ed., Counselor Education with a Specialization in Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Theoretical Orientation:  Integrative approach with a foundation of Strengths-Based and Client-Centered techniques, CBT, Family Systems, and multicultural/faith-based frameworks
Professional Affiliation: Florida Counseling Association, Mental Health Counselors of Central Florida
Interests: Magnolia’s greatest honor is being the mother of two exceptional daughters.  She enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, serving in ministry, watching movies and karaoke.

Naoya Izawa, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist

PSYCHOLOGY RESIDENCY COORDINATOR

LIAISON TO CENTER FOR GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

Areas of Interest: Men’s health, Mind and body a holistic approach to mental health, Working with international students, Developmental issues such as Identity development, Self-esteem, Relationships, and Existential concerns
Education: Psy.D. Graduate Institute of Professional Psychology, University of Hartford
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with emphasis on Client Centered, Existential, Solution-Focused approach, and Positive Psychology
Professional Affiliation: Florida Psychological Association
Interests: Naoya is fluent in Japanese. Naoya enjoys playing golf, bike riding, and watching world soccer games.

Jessica Johnston-York, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

Areas of Interest: Anxiety, depression, gender and sexuality concerns, disordered eating and body image concerns, sexual trauma, self-compassion, relationship counseling, outreach, supervision, and group therapy
Education: Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, Texas Tech University
Theoretical Orientation:Integrative with an emphasis on person-centered therapy and emotion-focused therapy within a multicultural framework
Professional Affiliation: American Psychological Association, American Group Psychotherapy Association
Interests: Jessica enjoys reading, playing games (board, video, and roleplaying), hiking, cooking and baking, traveling, spending time with friends and family, and playing with her dog and cat

Taylor Nance, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

CLINICIAN FOR THE COLLEGE OF LAW

Areas of Interest: Crisis management, identity exploration and development, interpersonal relationships, working with the LGBTQ+ community, trauma-informed care, and attachment
Education: M.S. and Ed.S. in Mental Health Counseling, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Client Centered and Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy  
Interests: Spending time in nature, backpacking, going to the beach, playing cards, spending time with friends and family, singly loudly to the music in my car, all the cats and dogs.

Mary Norman, LMFT, NCC
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Areas of Interest: Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Stress Management, Relationship Concerns, Attachment Issues, LGBTQ+, Whole Body Wellness
Education: M.A. in Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy, University of Central Florida
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative including elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, expressive arts, mindfulness, and mind-body exercise
Professional Affiliation: National Board for Certified Counselors, International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors
Interests: Mary enjoys doing POP Pilates or yoga, trying new vegetarian food, drinking local coffee, crafting, exploring nature, and enjoying live music

Katie Shade, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Areas of Interest: Trauma and Recovery, Attachment, Anxiety and Depression, Women’s Issues, Interpersonal/Identity Development, Parts of Self
Education: M.S. and Ed. S. in Mental Health Counseling, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative approach using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, Ego State Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with an emphasis on mindfulness and attachment theory
Interests: Music and art, traveling, reading historical fiction, social justice and a lover of all animals especially giant dogs that think they are lap dogs.

Jessie Spraggins Rochford, MS, ATR-BC, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Registered & Board Certified Art Therapist

EATING DISORDER TREATMENT TEAM CHAIR

Areas of Interest: Women’s and Gender Issues, Eating Disorders, Body Image, and LGBTQ students
Education: M.S., Art Therapy, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Humanistic and Existential Theory with an integration of Solution-Focused and Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches
Professional Affiliation: American Art Therapy Association and Florida Art Therapy Association

Julia Storace, M.A., LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Areas of Interest: Adjustment issues, anxiety, stages of development and change, multicultural counseling, working with international students, substance abuse treatment and recovery, empowerment and stress management
Education: M.A. in Community Counseling, University of Saint Joseph
Theoretical Orientation: Existential paradigm drawing from evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral interventions and Narrative Therapy
Interests: Spending time with family and friends, learning about different cultures, trying new foods, traveling to new places and raising my children

Allie Stowers, MSW
Treatment Coordinator

Areas of Interest:  Working with LGBTQ+ students, health inequity and barriers to care, promoting self-advocacy
Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Interests: Learning to crochet, playing with my two dogs, and listening to podcasts.

Katherine Strauss, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Areas of Interest: Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, Self-Care, Mindfulness, Adjustment issues, Interpersonal Relationships, Crisis Management, Empowerment
Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, East Tennessee State University
Theoretical Orientation: Trauma Informed Integrative Care, Strengths Based, Client Centered and Solution Focused
Interests: Spending time with family and friends, Traveling, Cooking, Walking my dog

Sarah Sturges, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

LIAISON TO PRIDE STUDENT UNION

Areas of Interest: Gender and Diversity Issues, working with students who are Trans and LGBTQ+, Family of Origin work, identity exploration and development, Communication (having difficult conversations, and Social Justice Advocacy
Education: MSW, Clinical and Social Policy Administration, Minor in Women’s Studies, Florida State University, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Theoretical Orientation: Strengths-Based with aspects of Solution-Focused and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Trauma-Informed Care, Narrative Therapy approaches, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Professional Affiliation: National Association of Social Workers
Interests: Being outdoors, hiking, biking and kayaking, along with reading a good book and practicing yoga

Brittany Thorn, Ed.S., LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Areas of Interest: Anxiety, Adjustment & Life Transitions, Family Conflict, Interpersonal Relationships, and Anger Management
Education: Ed.S. & M.S. in Mental Health Counseling, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative approach including aspects of Solution-Focused, Strengths-Based, Cognitive Behavioral and Family Systems
Interests: Brittany enjoys traveling, photography, baking and spending time with family and friends

Kotrish Wright, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Areas of Interest: Trauma Informed: Stress management and self-care, anxiety and depression, trauma and anger management, self-esteem, and family conflict as well as faith-based and multiculturalism
Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative using Strengths-based, Systems Theory, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Interests: Kotrish enjoys serving in ministry, working out, laughing endlessly, trying new dishes/cuisines, listening to live music, reading, traveling, spending time with loved ones, encouraging others to reach their goals, cooking for friends/loved ones, and watching mindless television to relax.