Department Information
Counseling Staff
For the 2006-2007 academic year, we have available 3 full-time staff psychologists, 1 full-time social worker, 3 full-time post-degree residents (post-doctoral and post-masters), and 2-4 master's level practicum students. Much of our agency's ability to provide brief psychotherapy to the student population is due to the presence on our staff of therapists in training.
The post-degree residents have completed their graduate level coursework in clinical or counseling psychology. They are currently accumulating the field experience necessary for licensure as professional Psychologists or Marriage and Family Therapists.
CAPS practicum students are currently enrolled in the Counseling Psychology program within HSU's Psychology Department. They are completing their final year of coursework and are accumulating hours toward completion of their Master's degrees.
All trainees work under the supervision of licensed psychologists on staff. Our Training Director, Dr. Laura Williams coordinates all trainee supervision. Contact Dr. Williams if you have any questions about the training program or clinical supervision of trainees.
Services
We provide short-term individual, couples, and group psychotherapy and counseling, crisis services, and assessment/referral services for enrolled HSU students.
Crisis and consultation services are also available to HSU faculty and staff who are dealing with difficult situations involving students. We are available to help with behavioral and emotional difficulties in- and outside of the classroom. Feel free to use us as a resource.
Please note that short-term therapy is not an appropriate solution for some problems. Many times specialized or longer term counseling is indicated. We maintain an up-to-date list of local psychologists, MFT and LCSW level therapists, and psychiatrists who indicate an interest in working with the HSU community. Please speak with a CAPS counselor for help in finding a therapist that will provide the best fit for your needs.
How to Get Started
Students
If you are a student interested in participating in counseling, please come to SHC 205. You will fill out some paperwork and will either be scheduled for an assessment appointment or will be given the option to see the on-call therapist right away.
Faculty & Staff
If you are interested in consulting with one of our providers (e.g., regarding a student in distress or a difficult classroom dynamic, etc.), please call our front desk (826-3236). If available, the on-call therapist will talk with you immediately. Otherwise, the on-call therapist will call you back at her/his earliest opportunity. If interested in scheduling a classroom presentation or workshop on a particular topic, please fill out an Outreach Request Form. Alternatively, you can leave a voice message for our Outreach Coordinator, Lezlie Scaliatine, PsyD. Either way, Dr. Scaliatine will contact you as soon as possible to discuss your request.
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