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:
Kristin Anderson, MSW, Case Management Coordinator
Education
- Master of Social Work, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Bachelor of Behavioral Science, Utah Valley University, Orem, UT
Professional Interests
Resources, connection, mental illness, depression, adjustment, phone numbers
Andrea Annibale, MS, MA, Psychology Doctoral Intern
Education
- Doctoral Candidate (PsyD; In progress), Clinical Psychology, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ
- Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ
- Master of Science, General Psychology, Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
- Bachelor of Arts, Applied Human Behavior, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
Professional Interests
Strengths-based, mindfulness, emotion regulation, identity development, family of origin, spirituality and religious exploration, trauma, social justice advocacy, mind-body connection
Amy Bissinger, PsyD, Counselor
Education:
- Doctor of Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Pacific University School of Graduate Psychology, Hillsboro, OR
- Master of Science, Clinical Psychology, Pacific University School of Graduate Psychology, Hillsboro, OR
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology, University of California at San Diego, La Jolla, CA
Professional Interests:
Interpersonal distress, identity development and exploration, family of origin concerns, self-compassion, anxiety and stress management, performance-related anxiety, depression, mindfulness, adjustment/phase-of-life concerns, health and wellness, social justice advocacy, and attention to the mind-body-spirit connection.
Emily Craddock Thomas, MA, Doctoral Practicum Student
Education:
- Doctoral Student (Ph.D.; in progress), Counseling Psychology and School Psychology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Master of Arts, Psychology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Professional Interests:
Adjustment, relationships, stress management, depression/anxiety, identity development, LGBTQ+ concerns, health and wellness
Carl Dindo, Psy.D. (he/him/his), Assistant 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
Angela M. Enno, PhD, Psychologist/Multicultural Specialist, Turtle Mountain Chippewa
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy, Combined Counseling & Clinical Psychology, Utah State University, Logan, UT
- Master of Science, Counseling Psychology, Utah State University, Logan, UT
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Utah State University, Logan, UT
Credentials
- Arizona Licensed Psychologist: PSY-005197
Professional Interests
Multicultural and Intersectional Feminist Psychology, LGBTQ+ concerns, identity development, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, trauma, chronic illness, sexual issues, women’s issues, acculturative stress
Alicia Garner, MA, Master’s Counseling Intern
Education
- Master’s Student (M.S.; in progress), 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
Megan Gavin, PhD, Director
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy, Counseling Psychology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Masters of Arts, Community Counseling, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Bachelor of Science, Biology, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
Credentials
- Arizona Licensed Psychologist: PSY-004101
Professional Interests
Adjustment, relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and transgender support
Caleb Kobilansky, BA , Graduate Assistant with Case Management
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Spanish, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND
Professional Interests
Mindfulness, trauma, multiculturalism, and social justice issues.
Chris Margeson, PhD, 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
Kamila Marrero, PsyD, LatinX Specialist
Education:
- Doctor of Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Carlos Albizu University, San Juan, PR
- Master of Science, Clinical Psychology, Carlos Albizu University, San Juan, PR
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Mental Health, University of Puerto Rico – Cayey Campus, Cayey, PR
Credentials:
- Oregon Licensed Psychologist: 2928
- Arizona Licensed Psychologist: PSY-005189
Professional Interests:
Latinx student concerns, trauma, women’s issues, multiculturalism, acculturative stress, anxiety, depression, interpersonal stressors, grief, life transitions, and stress management. I also offer services in Spanish.
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, and adjustment/life changes
Kate Murdaugh, MS, LPC., Counselor
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
- National Certified Counselor: NCC-625697
Professional Interests
Adjustment, identity development, anxiety, depression, family of origin concerns, mindfulness, self-compassion and substance use and abuse.
Hannah Nunez, MA, LPC, 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
Miriam Offner, BA, Counselor
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, French, University of North Carolina at Asheville, Asheville, NC
Professional Interests
Anxiety, depression, sexual wellness, women’s issues, family of origin, spirituality and religious exploration, LGBTQ+ concerns, identity development, social justice advocacy
Substance Use Disorder Program Graduate Assistant
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Counseling Psychology, Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction, CO
Professional Interests
Substance use, anxiety, identity development, relationships, emotional regulation, and social justice advocacy
Lisa Shows, MS, LPC, Counselor
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
Breyaunna Smith, MSW, Black and African American Specialist
Education
- Master of Social Work, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
- Bachelor of Social Work, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
Professional Interests
Black and African American concerns, race and ethnicity related trauma, racial fatigue, interpersonal distress, trauma, identity development, unhealthy relationships, disabilities, OCD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, career conflicts, stress management, health and wellness, cultural competency, and social justice advocacy.
Aidin Tajbakhsh, MA, MEd, BCB, Psychology Doctoral Intern
Education
- Doctoral Candidate (PhD; In progress), Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University, San Diego, CA
- Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University, San Diego, CA
- Master of Education, Developmental/Educational Psychology, Central China Normal University, Wuhan, Hubei, China
- Bachelor of Science, General Psychology, Eastern Mediterranean University, Famagusta, Mersin, Turkey
Matt Van Schoick, PsyD, Telehealth 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
Kim Vercauteren-Griffin, MA, LPC, Masters Internship Coordinator
Education
- Master of Arts in Counseling, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- Bachelor of Arts in English Education, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
Credentials
- Licensed Professional Counselor: LPC-13809
Professional Interests
Adjustment, identity formation, relationships, anxiety, depression, and, as Liaison to the Athletic Department, issues specific to student-athletes.