- Social Justice
- Equity
- Community
- Work/Life Balance
- Wellness
- Authenticity
- Personal Growth
Our Staff
NAU Counseling Services Staff is made up of a diverse and multidisciplinary group of mental health providers with a vast range of experience:
Specialists
Lisa Taylor, LCSW (she/her/hers), Diversity Coordinator
Education
- Master of Social Work, North Carolina Central University, Durham, NC
- Bachelor of Social Work, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
Credentials
- Arizona Licensed Clinical Social Worker: LCSW-20654
Professional Interests
Family of origin concerns, trauma, multiculturalism & intersectionality, 2SLGBTQIA+ support, emotion regulation, anxiety, depression, substance misuse, stress management, self-compassion, identity development, person-centered therapy, existential therapy
Marca McCallie, LPC, (she/her/hers), LGBTQIA+ Specialist, Post-Doctoral Trainee
Under supervision by licensed staff
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy, Combined Counseling/School Psychology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Master of Arts, Clinical Mental health Counseling, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Bachelor of Science, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX
Professional Interest
- 2SLGBTQIA+ concerns, Identity exploration, multiculturalism & intersectionality, trauma, grief, sexual assault support, relationships/couples/nonmonogamy, substance misuse, eating concerns, sexual problems, emotional regulation support
- Modalities: Mindfulness Self-Compassion, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Existential therapy, Strength-based/Solution-focused
Dazhoni E. Scott, MA, LPC, CRC, (she/her/hers), Substance Use Disorder Coordinator/Counselor
Education
- Master of Arts, Counseling-Rehabilitation and Mental Health Emphasis, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
- Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
Credentials
- Arizona Licensed Professional Counselor: LPC-18310
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselor: CRC 219061
Professional Interest
Substance use, abuse, mis-use, education, harm reduction, relapse prevention, early recovery, re-entry services, Indigenous/Native American student concerns, depression, anxiety, stress management, career counseling, rehabilitation counseling, global career development facilitator.
Dylan Quinn, (they/them), Substance Use Disorder Grad Assistant
Under supervision by licensed staff
Education
- (In Progress) Master’s Social Work, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Bachelor of Science, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
Professional Interests
Substance use and misuse, 2SLGBTQIA+ support, multiculturalism and intersectionality, social justice advocacy, harm reduction, depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, strengths-based approaches, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and mindfulness.
Behavioral Health
Mollie Bartholomew, MSMFT, (she/her), Behavioral Health Provider
Education
- Master of Science, Marriage and Family Therapy, Fuller Theological Seminary, Phoenix, AZ
- Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC
Credentials
- Licensed Associate Counselor in Arizona: LAC-21709
Professional Interests
Anxiety, emotional regulation, transition/adjustment, health and wellness, career/major exploration, mindfulness, meaning making, self compassion, and faith integration.
Alicia Garner, MS, MA, (she/her), Behavioral Health Provider
Education
- Masters of Science, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
- Master of Arts, Health Psychology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
Professional Interests
Depression, anxiety, substance misuse, health and wellness
Hannah Nunez, MA, (she/her), Behavioral Health Coordinator
Education
- Master of Arts, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
Credentials
- Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona: LPC-16162
Professional Interests
Behavioral Health integration, anxiety, depression, adjustment, and substance misuse
Staff and Administration
Blair Puleo, Ph.D., (she/her), Post-Doctoral Trainee
Under supervision by licensed staff
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy, Counseling Psychology, Arizona State University, Tempe, A.Z.
- Masters of Arts, Counseling Psychology, Arizona State University, Tempe, A.Z.
- Bachelor of Arts, Honors in Psychology, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, N.C.
Professional Interests
Couples/relationships, student-athletes, anxiety, depression, health and wellness, life transitions, family of origin, grief and loss, meaning making, and career development
Carl Dindo, Psy.D. (he/him/his), Director
Education
- Doctor of Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Wright State University, Dayton, OH
- Masters of Arts, Clinical Psychology, Illinois School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Miami University of Ohio, Oxford, OH
Credentials
- Arizona Licensed Psychologist: PSY-004658
Professional Interests
Interpersonal process, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, multiculturalism, intersectionality, transgender support
Christopher Kalas, B.A., (he/him/his), Doctoral Intern
Under supervision by licensed staff
Education
- Current Doctor of Philosophy student, Combined Counseling and School Psychology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, A.Z.
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychological Sciences, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, A.Z.
Professional Interests
Young-adulthood, suicide, self-harm, social concerns, and self-esteem
Chris Margeson, PhD, (he/him), Training Coordinator
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy, Counseling Psychology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Masters of Arts, Community Counseling, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
Credentials
- Arizona Licensed Psychologist: PSY-004521
Professional Interests
Relationships, mindfulness, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma, grief, family of origin concerns, and transgender support, stress management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and strength based collaborative approach to solutions
Dana Mallett, LCSW, Counselor
Education
- Master of Social Work, University of Wisconsin – Green Bay, WI
- Master of Science, Human and Community Resources, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, WI
- Bachelor of Art, Sociology, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, WI
Credentials
- Arizona Licensed Clinical Social Worker: LCSW-22102
Professional Interests
Multiculturalism & intersectionality, LGBTQIA+ support, identity development, trauma, stress management, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, healthy coping skills, relationships, strengths-based and person-centered therapy.
Ethan Trujillo (He/Him/His), Doctoral Practicum student
Under supervision by licensed staff
Education
- Master of Arts in Sport and Performance Psychology, University of Denver
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Carleton College
Professional Interests
Student-athlete mental health, performance psychology, stress management, anxiety, adjustment, identity development, social justice, behavioral changes, and emotional regulation
Jade Patterson, LCSW, Counselor
Education
- Master of Arts, Social Work, University of Nebraska – Omaha
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Doane University, Crete, NE
Licenses
- Arizona Licensed Clinical Social Worker: LCSW-20644
Professional interests
anxiety, depression, ADHD management, overwhelm/stress management, adjustment to life transitions, trauma, relationships and boundaries, career decision-making, health and wellness, mindfulness, LGBTQ+ support, eating disorder concerns, and needs pertaining to the athlete.
Kara Miller, MA, LPC, Counselor
Education
- Master of Arts, Counseling, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Bachelor of Science, Sociology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
Credentials
- Licensed Professional Counselor: LPC-15867
- National Certified Counselor: NCC-301493
Professional Interests
Stress management, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, grief, depression, issues specific to student-athletes and adjustment/life changes
Kate Murdaugh, MS, LPC, Counselor (she/her/hers), Masters Internship Coordinator
Education
- Master of Science, Counseling Psychology, Holy Family University, Philadelphia, PA
- Bachelor of Arts, Communications, West Chester University, West Chester, PA
Credentials
- Pennsylvania Licensed Professional Counselor: PC-010894
- Licensed Professional Counselor: LPC 18767
Professional Interests
Adjustment concerns and identity exploration, anxiety, depression, family of origin concerns, grief and loss, self-compassion/self-care practices, couples/relationships, career decision-making, mindfulness and cognitive behavioral approaches
Lisa Shows, MS, LPC, (she/her), Outreach Coordinator
Education
- Master of Arts, Community Counseling, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA
Credentials
- Licensed Professional Counselor: LPC-14083
Professional Interests
Trauma, attachment, relationship issues, family of origin issues
Matt Van Schoick, PsyD, (he/him), Assistant Director & Clinical Coordinator/Telemedicine and Technology Coordinator
Education
- Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles, CA
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles, CA
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, California State University Fullerton, Fullerton, CA
Credentials
- Arizona Licensed Psychologist: PSY-004398
Professional Interests
Anxiety, depression, strength based, fitness and wellness, couples and transgender support
Mikaela Forest, BA, (she/her), Master’s Intern
Under supervision by licensed staff
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts, Creative Writing, University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling MA program, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ (In Progress)
Professional Interests:
Identity development, value exploration, life transitions and meaning making, trauma, multiculturalism and intersectionality, healthy coping skills, 2SLGBTQIA+ support, anxiety and depression, emotional regulation, substance use.
Miriam Offner, MA, LPC, (she/her), Counselor
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, French, University of North Carolina at Asheville, Asheville, NC
- Master of Arts, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
Credentials
- Licensed Professional Counselor: LPC-22470
Professional Interests
Anxiety, depression, sexual wellness, women’s issues, family of origin, spirituality and religious exploration, LGBTQ+ concerns, identity development, social justice advocacy
Rachel Miller, B.S. (she/her/hers), Doctoral Intern
Under supervision by licensed staff
Education
- Current Doctor of Psychology student, Clinical Psychology, Northern Arizona University
- Bachelor of Science, Colorado State University
Professional Interests
Young-adulthood, life transitions and adjustments, anxiety, depression, health and wellness, student athletes, body image, eating concerns, relationship challenges and boundaries, mindfulness