Counseling Center
Administrative Assistant: NaDavia L Walters
TEL: (315) 267-2330 FAX: (315) 267-2228 131 Van Housen Hall
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Joshua T. BrownSenior Counselor, LMHC-D Counseling Center
Joshua T. BrownSenior Counselor, LMHC-DVan Housen Hall 136
counseling@potsdam.edu
I have been working in the helping professions since 2002 when I first began teaching and guiding in an adventure therapy program for at-risk youth. Since then, various experiences in residential treatment programs, inpatient chemical dependency, as well as private practice have allowed me to continue to learn treatment methods which help clients achieve their goals. As a member of SUNY Potsdam's Counseling Center since 2007, I enjoy combining cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, as well as a good dose of humor in my work with clients. While psychotherapy is serious business, I believe it does not have to be somber. I'm a big proponent of self-care for all of my clients. I do my best to practice this myself in the form of rock and ice climbing, trail running, gardening, and spending time with my family. If you are feeling challenged with any number of issues, don't hesitate to reach out to see what we can do together to help you become the best possible version of yourself. More Info about Senior Counselor, LMHC-D Joshua T. Brown |
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Tanya K. DowCounselor, LMHC Counseling Center
Tanya K. DowCounselor, LMHCVan Housen Hall 137
counseling@potsdam.edu
My name is Tanya Dow, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of NY. I have been working with college students for most of my professional career, including academic counseling, advising, and mental health counseling. I have been working at SUNY Potsdam for the past 18 years. I enjoy supporting students in their efforts to become happier, more fulfilled, and more comfortable with their sense of self as they navigate this transitional time in life. I hope to provide my students with a space to explore and work towards positive change utilizing approaches such as CBT, Positive Psychology, and Person-Centered therapy, among others. Some of the things I enjoy doing to support my own mental health include working out, spending time outdoors, and expressing my creativity with home and garden DIY projects. I look forward to meeting you. More Info about Counselor, LMHC Tanya K. Dow |
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April L FullertonCounselor, LMHC Counseling Center
April L FullertonCounselor, LMHCVan Housen Hall 132
fulleral@potsdam.edu
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David K NelsonAssistant Director, Counseling Center, LCSW-R Counseling Center
David K NelsonAssistant Director, Counseling Center, LCSW-RVan Housen Hall N145
nelsondk@potsdam.edu
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Amy L RichardsonDirector of Student Health and Counseling Services, LMHC-D Student Health Services, Counseling Center
Amy L RichardsonDirector of Student Health and Counseling Services, LMHC-DVan Housen Hall 116
richaral@potsdam.edu
My Professional Background Hi! I am Amy Richardson. I am the Director of Counseling at SUNY Potsdam. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I received my Master's Degree from SUNY Plattsburgh in 2004. Over the past 17 years I have had a variety of experiences in the mental health field. I began my career as a Crisis Intervention Counselor and Rape Crisis Counselor at a local Crisis Center while working for AmeriCorps. From there I spent approximately 8 years at Clarkson University as the Assistant Director of Counseling and First Year Seminar Coordinator. Recently, I have spent the past 3 years as the Mental Health Program Director at our local County Mental Health Clinic, and 4 years prior to that as a counselor there. I would describe my treatment approach as holistic, integrative and person centered. I believe therapy is a collaborative process where the therapist is someone to walk with you, side by side, to help explore and determine the best path to take. I feel that therapy should be tailored to the individual's needs and personal circumstances. My experience has taught me that no problem is too big or too small to face when you have someone to face it together with. I have various experience in anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, relational issues, LGBTQ, as well as other areas. I am formally trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). Fun Facts More Info about Director of Student Health and Counseling Services, LMHC-D Amy L Richardson |
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Oleander SandreyCounselor, MHC-LP Counseling CenterOleander SandreyCounselor, MHC-LPVan Housen Extension 138
sandreo@potsdam.edu
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Christina M SnellCounselor, LMHC Counseling Center
Christina M SnellCounselor, LMHCVan Housen Hall 144
counseling@potsdam.edu
I received a Bachelor's in psychology from SUNY Potsdam in 1996 and a Master's in counseling with a Student Affairs emphasis from SUNY Plattsburgh in 1998. I have been working in counseling related fields for my entire 22 year career, including the St. Lawrence County Mental Health Clinic, Hospice of the St. Lawrence Valley, SUNY Potsdam TRiO Counselor and the SUNY Canton Counseling Center. I love my job and feel incredibly lucky to have the opportunity to work with SUNY Potsdam students. The amazing energy and diversity regarding life experience and perspective is truly inspiring. I work from a very person-centered approach and pull from a variety of counseling approaches. The opportunity to build meaningful, therapeutic relationships has made counseling an incredibly fulfilling profession, for which I am extremely grateful. I enjoy spending time with my family, friends and pets, reading, gardening, various crafts and working on my home. More Info about Counselor, LMHC Christina M Snell |
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NaDavia L WaltersAdministrative Assistant Counseling CenterNaDavia L WaltersAdministrative AssistantVan Housen Extension N131
walternl@potsdam.edu
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