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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 Counselor Qualifications: National Counselor Certification (NCE) , Licensed Professional Counselor-Wisconsin Education: M.S. in Counselor Education from Winona State University. B.S. in Sociology: Criminal Justice from Winona State University Specialties/Interests: Depression/Anxiety, Sexual Assault & Abuse, Relationship Issues, Relationship Violence, ADD/ADHD, Group Therapy, Outreach, and Wellness Email: fbiesanz@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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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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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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Lauren Everitt Counselor; Training Coordinator Education: Psy.D. (2011), The Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology; B.A. (1999), Oberlin College Qualifications: Completed APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at the Dutchess County Department of Mental Hygiene, Poughkeepsie, NY. Past practicum sites include the counseling centers at Norfolk State University and Virginia Wesleyan College in Norfolk, VA; the Hampton Veterans Affairs Center in Hampton, VA; and Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Specialties/Interests: Non-Traditional Students, Culture and Mental Health, Social Anxiety, Family Systems, Relationships, Choice of Major/Career, Grief and Loss, Positive Psychology Email: leveritt@uwlax.edu |
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Jennifer Hommerding Psychology Resident Education: Psy.D. (2011) Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Twin Cities; B.A. (2006) in Psychology, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Qualifications: Completed APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at Purdue University's Counseling and Psychological Services in West Lafayette, IN. Previous therapy practicum placements include the counseling center at St. Olaf College and The Emily Program in St. Paul, MN. A neuropsychological assessment practicum placement was also completed at Hennepin County Medical Center's Knapp Rehabilitation Center in Minneapolis, MN. Specialties/Interests: Eating disorders and body image concerns; anxiety and depression; adjustment to the college experience; family systems; traumatic brain injuries; assessment. Email: jhommerding@uwlax.edu |
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Kristen Marin Psychology Resident 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 Qualifications: APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at Illinois State University Student Counseling Services, Normal, IL. Practicum placements at Southern Illinois University Counseling Center and Clinical Center in Carbondale, IL; Southern Illinois Regional Social Services in Carbondale, IL; and Franklin County Detention Center in Benton, IL. Specialties/Interests: Trauma, relationship violence, major/career decisions, anxiety and depression, eating disorders, stress, relationship concerns E-mail: kmarin@uwlax.edu |
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Beth Mullen-Houser Psychology Resident 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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Melissa Althoff Counseling Practicum Student Education: B.A. Cornell College, in Fitness and Wellness, with a minor in Psychology. Currently pursuing M.S. in Community Counseling from Winona State University Specialties/Interests: Depression, Anxiety, Gender and Sexuality, Relationship concerns, Wellness/Self-Care, Mindfulness E-mail: malthoff@uwlax.edu |
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C. Criss Gilbert Testing Coordinator 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 Interests: Data Forensics, Biometric identification, test security PHONE: 608.785.8074 FAX: 608.785.8965 Email: cgilbert@uwlax.edu |
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Jenny King Test Center Administrator Education: M.A. Viterbo University in Servant Leadership, B.LS., Viterbo University in Liberal Studies PHONE: 608.785.8074 FAX: 608.785.8965 Email: jking2@uwlax.edu |
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Rebecca Lee Receptionist, University Specialist 1 Education: B.A. Winona State University in Mass Communications and Music PHONE: 608.785.8073 FAX: 608.785.8965 Email: rlee@uwlax.edu |
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