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Welcome to the Counseling and Psychological Services Website!

Here you will find information about our services and staff, as well as information about our training program, campus resources, and crisis management. There are also links to self-help tools for students and general mental health information.

The college years can be filled with new and enriching experiences but can also present challenges which may interfere with your academic progress and emotional well-being. Counseling & Psychological Services is here to help you overcome challenges, attain your life goals and enhance your personal growth. Our goal is to help you make the most of your years here at FSU.

We invite you to explore this website and take advantage of the many services and resources of your Counseling & Psychological Services. Thank you for visiting!

Leadership Team Counseling & Psychological Services

 

 

 

Leadership Team


Yvonne Langdon-Maduekwe, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

INTERIM DIRECTOR 

LIAISON TO UHS, C.A.R.E. &  FSUPD

Education: Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, Howard University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative w/ a focus on Psychodynamic, Interpersonal,  Family Systems, and CBT


Rebecca Whitfield, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR TREATMENT COORDINATION AND OUTREACH

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


Lindsay Barbee, LMHC, ATR, MCAP
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR CLINICAL OPERATIONS

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


Katy Fabian, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR TECHNOLOGY

Education: Master of Science in Counseling and Human Systems, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with a focus on cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and client-centered and existential therapy


Annette Peters, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR GRADUATE TRAINING (TRAINING DIRECTOR)

Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Northern Colorado
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with a focus on Interpersonal, Narrative, 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
 


Anghela Kane

BUSINESS MANAGER

Education: B.S. in Business Management; working on 2nd degree in Religion and Social Work
 

Specialists

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

CLINICAL AND DATA SPECIALIST

REACH COMMITTEE CHAIR

LIAISON TO INTERFAITH COUNCIL, Academic Liaison to College of Fine Arts, and College of Music

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, EMDR, Interpersonal, Narrative and Art Therapy techniques to provide solution focused care that is both trauma informed and strengths-based
 


Katherine Strauss, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Assistant Training Director

Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, East Tennessee State University
Theoretical Orientation: Trauma Informed Integrative Care, Strengths Based, Client Centered and Solution Focused
 

Clinical Staff

Charlotte Austin LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Behavioral Health Clinician

Education: MSW, Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Cognitive behavioral therapy and related trauma informed approaches, including motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and exposure-based treatments. 
Professional Affiliation: National Association of Social Workers
 

 

Adream Bennett, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

 

Education: LCSW, MSW in Clinical Social Work from Florida State University, BS in Sociology from Florida A&M University. 
Theoretical Orientation: Provides an eclectic approach to counseling using techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Reality Therapy, Empowerment Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Trauma Informed Therapy to assist clients in reaching personal behavioral health goals. 
Professional Affiliation: National Association of Social Workers
 


Grayson Bidwell, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Education
Theoretical Orientation
Professional Affiliation
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Caitlyn

Caitlyn Brown, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

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
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Holley Cook LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Education: Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Florida State University; MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University.
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Trauma-Focused therapy, and Polyvagal Theory
Professional Affiliation: National Association of Social Work: Equine-assisted Growth and Learning Association
 


Caitlyn

Kari Chin LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, University of South Florida
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative approach including elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Systems Theory, and Trauma-Informed Care
 


Amy Corderman, LCSW, MBA
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

 

Education: Bachelors of Science in Criminology at Florida State University, Master of Social Work at Florida Atlantic University, Master of Business Administration at Florida Atlantic University.
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative approach using motivational interviewing, cognitive/cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), narrative, existential, and solution solution-focused modalities.
 


   

  Kelly Dillon, Ph.D.
  Licensed Psychologist

Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and Human Systems, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with an emphasis on interpersonal process and trauma-informed approaches, including Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Professional Affiliation: American Psychological Association, Florida Psychological Association
 


Terri K. Duck, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

PRACTICUM COORDINATOR

Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, Louisiana Tech University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Positive Psychology, and Strengths-Based approaches to focus on increasing acceptance, self-compassion, and valued living
 


Rebekah Elliott, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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
 


 

Madison Estrada, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

Assessment Coordinator

Liaison to Athletics

Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Southern Mississippi; M.S. in Clinical Psychology, Pittsburg State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative, person-centered approach, with an emphasis on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as third-wave CBT, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Madison conceptualizes clients holistically, considering all domains of health, while taking a skills-based, solution-focused approach.
Professional Affiliation: American Psychological Association (Division 47 – Society for Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology & Division 17 – Society of Counseling Psychology), American College Counseling Association, Florida Psychological Association, National Career Development Association, and Therapeutic Assessment Institute
 


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Ridrina Ford, M.S.
Treatment Coordinator

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.
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Erin Gallivan, Ph.D., CGP
Licensed Psychologist

GROUP COORDINATOR

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


Rozlynn Horton, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation:  Integrative approach with a foundation of Strengths-Based and Client-Centered techniques, Solution-focused therapy, Problem-solving model, Cognitive-behavioral Therapy
 


Samantha Jacobson, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

 

Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative strengths-based approach, incorporating elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems and Trauma Informed Care.
Professional Affiliation: National Association of Social Workers
 


 

 
 

Jessica Johnston-York, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

Education: Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, Texas Tech University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with an emphasis on person-centered therapy and emotion-focused therapy
Professional Affiliation: American Psychological Association, American Group Psychotherapy Association
 


Hannah

Hannah Kinnon, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

 

Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative trauma informed approach focused on client-centered and strengths-based therapy using Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques
 


 

Yazmin Mora, LMHC, MCAP
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Education: Master of Arts Counseling, Webster University.
Theoretical Orientation: Person Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Accelerate Resolution Therapy.
 


Erin Morpeth-Provost, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

Research Committee Chair

Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, The University of Texas at Austin; Combined M.S./Ed.S. in Mental Health Counseling, Florida State University; B.S. in Psychology and Religion, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with an emphasis on psychodynamic, interpersonal, and cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT, DBT, ACT); Adaptive Information Processing and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Professional Affiliation: Florida Psychological Association, National Board for Certified Counselors, American College Health Association, National Register of Health Psychologists

 

Chelsie Needham, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

 

Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, The Ohio State University; Bachelor of Science in Psychology, University of Georgia
Theoretical Orientation: Integrated approach with focuses in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution Focused therapies, and foundations in Strengths-Based and Trauma Informed Therapy.
 


Katie Shade

Katie Shade, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

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
 


Sara Staley, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist

LIAISON TO FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE

Education: Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology, NOVA Southeastern University, M.S. in Clinical Psychology, Nova Southeastern University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative approach pulling from a variety of frameworks including Interpersonal Process Therapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic approaches
Professional Affiliation: Florida Psychological Association


Julia Storace

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

Education: M.A. in Community Counseling, University of Saint Joseph
Theoretical Orientation: Existential paradigm drawing from evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral interventions and Narrative Therapy
 


Allie Stowers, MSW
Treatment Coordinator

RENEW Supervisor

NOLES C.A.R.E. COMMITTEE CHAIR

Education: MSW in Clinical Social Work, Florida State University


 

Sarah Sturges, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Victim Services Coordinator

LIAISON TO PRIDE STUDENT UNION

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
 


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

Education: Ed.S. & M.S. in Mental Health Counseling, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative approach including aspects of Solution-Focused Brief  Therapy (SFBT), Strengths-Based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems & Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
 


Brandon Webb, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor 

Education
Theoretical Orientation
Professional Affiliation
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Jonathan Walker, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

 

Education: Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Florida State University, Master of Social Work, Florida State University, Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative approach using Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CTR), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused techniques, and Trauma-informed care.   

 

Graduate Trainees


 
Keilani

Keilani Melendez, M.S., Ed.S.
Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern 

Post-Masters Resident

Education: M.S., Ed.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered approaches.
 


Erykah

Erykah Murray, M.S., Ed.S.
Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Post-Masters Resident

Education: M.S., Ed.S, in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Florida State University
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with an emphasis on strengths-based Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Narrative, and Trauma-Informed Care
 


""Krystin

Krystin Guirey, MSW.
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern

Post-Masters Resident

Education: MSW Florida State University, BSW Troy University 
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative trauma informed approach with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing
 


""Krystin

Shernira Hurtault M.S., Ed.S
Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Education: Bachelor's of Science in Biological Sciences,  M.S. Ed.S in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Theoretical Orientation: Dialectic Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
 


Kenata

Kenata Martins, Psy.D.
Psychology Resident

Education: PsyD in Clinical Psychology, the Chicago School; MA in Clinical Psychology, The Chicago School; BA in Sociology, The University of Michigan
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative, incorporating elements of Insight-oriented approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBT, DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Trauma-Informed Care (TIC), and Multicultural Counseling
 

 


""Kelsey

Danyelle Spohn M.S.
Doctoral Practicum Counselor

Education
Theoretical Orientation
Professional Affiliation
 


Jacob Cryderman, M.S.
Doctoral Practicum Counselor

Education
Theoretical Orientation
Professional Affiliation
 


Ashley Riley, B.A.
Doctoral Psychology Intern

 

Education: Doctoral Student of Counseling Psychology, Ph.D. program, Howard University; B.A. in Psychology & Sociology, University of North Florida
Theoretical Orientation: Integrative with a strong emphasis on psychodynamic psychotherapy, humanistic/person-centered approaches, and multicultural counseling


Cikylie Hughes, M.S.
Doctoral Psychology Intern
 

 

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Avital Simanian, B.A.
Doctoral Psychology Intern

 

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Cody Hatcher, M.A.
Doctoral Psychology Intern

 

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Courtney Williams M.A.
Doctoral Psychology Intern

 

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Mia Asuncion, M.A.
Doctoral Psychology Intern

 

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Kenata

Mary Mangan, B.S.
Masters Internship Counselor in Social Work

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Kenata

Kamari Gouin, B.A.

Masters Intern

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Theoretical Orientation
 

 


Nico Young, B.S.
Masters Intern

Education
Theoretical Orientation

 


 
 
 

Support Staff


 

Debbie Robinson

Administrative Specialist

 


Ellen Roy
Clerical Assistant

 


 

Gabrielle Manzo

Clerical ASsistant


 

Latoya Devane

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE

 

Graduate Assistants


Jacob Perez

RENEW GRADUATE ASSISTANT


 

Serena Bujtor

RESEARCH GRADUATE ASSISTANT

 

Mental Health Education Coordinator

""Diamond

Diamond Scrivens

Mental Health Education Coordinator

 

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