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Bridgette Hensley Director, UW-L Counseling & Testing Qualifications: Licensed Psychologist – Wisconsin, Certified QPR Master Trainer, Member of La Crosse Area Suicide Prevention Initiative Education: Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology; M.S.Ed in Education - Community Counseling from Eastern Illinois University; B.S. in Psychology from Eastern Illinois University Specialties/Interests: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Suicide and Suicide Prevention, Trauma and Recovery, Autism and Asperger’s Disorders, Gay and Lesbian Identity Development, Community and Campus Outreach Email: bhensley@uwlax.edu |
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Francie Biesanz Senior Counselor/Outreach Coordinator Qualifications: National Counselor Certification (NCE) , Licensed Professional Counselor-Wisconsin (LPC) Education: M.S. in Counselor Education from Winona State University. B.S. in Sociology: Criminal Justice from Winona State University Professional Specialties/Interests: Depression/Anxiety, Sexual Assault & Abuse, Relationship Issues, Relationship Violence, ADD/ADHD, Group Therapy, Outreach, Wellness, Veterans, Grief & Loss, Cultural Stress, and Diversity Personal Interests: golf, swimming, knitting, quilting, antiquing, gardening, and spending time with friends and family including my sweet golden retriever Henry! Email: fbiesanz@uwlax.edu |
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Patricia Sterling Counselor Qualifications: Certified Independent Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin Education: MSSW (1991) from UW-Madison Specialties/Interests: Treatment of Eating Disorders, Trauma Survivors; Domestic Abuse issues; Sexual Assault and Abuse; Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues Email: psterling@uwlax.edu |
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Kristen Marin Psychologist/Training Coordinator Qualifications: Licensed Psychologist - Wisconsin Education: Ph.D. (2011) in Clinical Psychology, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; M.A. (2008) in Clinical Psychology, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; B.A. (2006), Catholic University of America Specialties/Interests: Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Trauma, Major/Career Decisions, Relationships, Stress E-mail: kmarin@uwlax.edu |
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Anna Zettel Psychology Resident Education: Psy.D. (2012) in Clinical Psychology, Illinois School of Professional Psychology (Argosy University, Chicago); M.A. (2009) in Clinical Psychology, Illinois School of Professional Psychology (Argosy University, Chicago); B.A. (2006) in Psychology, Marquette University. Qualifications: Pre-doctoral internship at Cleveland State University Counseling Center, Cleveland, OH. Practicum placements at Benedictine University Counseling Center in Lisle, IL, Chicago Commons in Chicago, IL, and Individual Advocacy Group in Romeoville, IL. Specialties/Interests: Relationship concerns, identity development, culture, anxiety disorders, depression and bipolar disorder, academic and career choice concerns. Email: azettel@uwlax.edu |
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Jamie Lucas Psychology Resident Education: Psy.D. (2012) in Clinical Psychology, Antioch University New England; M.S. (2010) in Clinical Psychology, Antioch University New England; B.S. (2007) in Psychology, Northern Michigan University Qualifications: Pre-doctoral psychology internship at Oakland University Counseling Center in Rochester, MI. Practicum placements at Amherst College Counseling Center in Amherst, Massachusetts; University of Massachusetts Amherst Counseling and Assessment Services in Amherst, MA; and Antioch University Psychological Services Center in Keene, NH. Specialties/Interests: Depression and anxiety, trauma and recovery, mindfulness, healing through the therapeutic relationship, identity development, equine-assisted therapeutic modalities E-mail: jlucas@uwlax.edu |
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Liz Stine Contract Counselor Education: M.S. in Community Counseling from Winona State University (2010), B.S. in Psychology and Women's Studies from University of Wisconsin La Crosse (2004). Professional Specialties/Interests: Relationship concerns, communication skills, anxiety and depression, adjusting to college, identity development, academic concerns, travel abroad experiences and re-adjusting after living abroad. Email: estine@uwlax.edu |
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Donna M. Jolley Contract Counselor Qualifications: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Education: M.S. in Community Counseling with an emphasis in Elementary Education Counseling from Winona State University. B.S. in Criminal Justice with an emphasis in Criminal Justice and Paralegal tracts from UW-Platteville. Professional Specialties/Interests: Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Family Systems, Wellness, and Sexuality Concerns Personal Interests: camping, golf, traveling, NFL season, Dancing with the Stars, reading "Who Done It", and backyard entertaining Email: djolley@uwlax.edu |
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Ryan McKelley Contract Psychologist; Faculty in Psychology Department Qualifications: Licensed Psychologist (WI #2924-57); APA-accredited psychology internship at the University of Iowa's University Counseling Service and UIHC Center for Pain Medicine (2007-2008). Therapy practicum placements at the UT-Austin Career Exploration Center (2004-2005), UT Counseling & Mental Health Center (2005-2006), and Capital Area Mental Health Center (2006-2007) Education: Ph.D. (2008) in Counseling Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin; M.A. (2006) in Educational Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin Specialties/Interests: Men's issues in therapy; gender and sexuality; mind/body interventions; group therapy; trauma/abuse; anxiety disorders; intersecting identities; non-traditional students; international students Email: rmckelley@uwlax.edu |
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Beth Mullen-Houser Contract Counselor Education: Ph.D. student (ongoing) in Clinical Psychology from the University of Iowa; M.S. (2005) in Counseling Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Qualifications: Pre-doctoral psychology internship at the Iowa City VA Medical Center. Therapy practicum placements at the University of Wisconsin Hospital, University of Iowa Seashore Clinic and Iowa City VA Medical Center. Specialties/Interests: Third-wave behavioral therapies (e.g. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy); veteran adjustment; mind/body interventions; group therapy; trauma/abuse; anxiety/mood disorders; eating disorders; mindfulness; transition to the college environment Email: emullenhouser@uwlax.edu |
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Charlene Holler Academic Skills Specialist, Computer Based Testing Administrator, Academic Success Institute Instructor Education: M.Ed. (1976) in Reading Education from Bowling Green State University Specialties/Interests: Study Skills Techniques, Vocabulary Development, Reading Speed Methods, Learning Theory, and Memory Strategies Email: choller@uwlax.edu |
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C. Criss Gilbert Testing Coordinator, Office Manager Education: B.A., Augustana College (Rock Island), 1979, geology M.S., University of Iowa, 1989, geology Qualifications: Board of Governors, National College Testing Association, 2005 - 2011; Conference Chair, NCTA 2012 Minneapolis Interests: Data Forensics, Biometric identification, test security PHONE: 608.785.8074 FAX: 608.785.8965 Email: cgilbert@uwlax.edu |
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Andrew Avery-Johnson Test Center Administrator Education: B.A., UW Madison, 2009, Cultural Anthropology PHONE: 608.785.8074 FAX: 608.785.8965 Email: aavery-johnson@uwlax.edu |
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Jenny King Front Office Coordinator, University Services Associate 2 Education: M.A. Viterbo University in Servant Leadership, B.LS., Viterbo University in Liberal Studies PHONE: 608.785.8073 FAX: 608.785.8965 Email: jking2@uwlax.edu |
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