Staff Values

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:

Behavioral Health/ Path to Care

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, DBH, MA, (she/her), Behavioral Health Coordinator

Education

Doctor of Behavioral Health, Arizona State University, Tempe AZ
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

Rachael Shapiro Heredia, LMSW, (she/her), Behavioral Health Provider

Master of Social Work, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ,
Bachelor of Science, Psychological Sciences, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ

Credentials

Temporary Licensed Master Social Worker in Arizona: LMSW-08370T

Professional Interests

Holistic, integrated care; first-generation students, LGBTQIA2SL+ affirming practice, ADHD and neurodiversity, identity development and life transitions, trauma-informed care, social justice advocacy, multicultural counseling, relationship issues, coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and depression, person-centered, strengths-based approaches.

Staff and Administration

Alivia Schumacher, B.A., (she/her/they/them), MA CMHC Intern

Under supervision by licensed staff

Education

Current Master of Arts, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff AZ
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction CO

Professional Interests

Emotion regulation, internet and video game addiction, stress management, anxiety, depression, attachment and relationships, family dynamics, ADHD, LGBTQ+ support, health and wellness, career development

Blair Puleo, Ph.D., (she/her), Psychologist

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, Greek life, student-athletes, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, life transitions, meaning and purpose, grief and loss, 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, gender-affirming care

Chris Margeson, PhD, (he/him), Manager, Behavioral & Mental Health, 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, gender-affirming care, 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.

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.

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.

Johanna N. Cohen (She/Her/Ella) Doctoral Intern

Under supervision by licensed staff

Education

Current PsyD Student, Clinical Psychology, Northern Arizona University, North Valley Campus, Phoenix, AZ
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience, University of Nevada-Reno, Reno, NV

Professional Interests

First Generation Students, Intergenerational Trauma, Trauma, Gender, Sexual Identity, and Cultural Exploration, Religious Exploration, Eating Concerns and Body Image, Relationships/Couples/nonmonogamy, LGBTQIA2SL+, Anxiety, Adjustment to Life Transitions, Multiculturalism, ADHD Management, Stress, Career Decision Making, Latiné/Spanish-Related Concerns

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

Lisa Taylor, LCSW (she/her/hers), Manager, Behavioral & Mental Health

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, PhD, LPC, (she/her/hers)

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

Credentials

Arizona Licensed Psychologist: PSY-005968

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

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 gender-affirming care.

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

Paola Lamadrid (she/her/ella), Substance Use Disorder Grad Assistant

Under supervision by licensed staff

Education

(In Progress) Masters Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
Bachelor of Science, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Bachelor of Arts, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

Professional Interests

Substance use and misuse, harm reduction, multiculturalism and intersectionality, strengths-based approaches, education, social justice advocacy

Sara R. Kent (she/her, they/them), Doctoral Intern

Under supervision by licensed staff

Education

Current Doctor of Philosophy student, Counseling Psychology, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Master of Education, Educational Psychology, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, University of Nevada-Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV

Professional Interests

Gender and sexual identity and exploration, LGBTQ+ support, multiculturalism and intersectionality, neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, relationships, social media, internet use, adjustment to life transitions, social justice and advocacy

Zoey Lasch, BSW, (she/her/hers), MSW Intern

Under supervision by licensed staff

Education

Current Master of Social Work Student, Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Social Work, Northern Arizona University

Professional Interests:

Multiculturalism & intersectionality, 2SLGBTQIA+ support, anxiety, depression, stress management, person-centered therapy and trauma informed care.