Meet the Center for Wellness Staff
Maura Mulligan, MSW, LICSW Associate Dean for Health and Wellness
Degrees
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Assumption University; Bachelor of Arts
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Boston University; Master of Social Work
Affiliations
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National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
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Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA)
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Association for University and College Counseling Center Directors (AUCCCD)
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American College Counseling Association (ACCA)
Professional Interests
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Substance Abuse, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Jalesa Frye, LMHC Associate Director of Counseling
Degrees
- University of Massachusetts Dartmouth; Bachelor of Arts
- William James College; Master of Forensic and counseling psychology
Professional Interests
- Identity Development
- Major life transitions
- Stress management
- Anxiety
- Clinical Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Solution- Focused Brief Therapy
Naomi Muller, LMHC Assistant Director of Counseling
Degrees
- Lesley University; Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and Art Therapy
- McGill University; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Professional Interests
- Life transitions & Adjustment
- Acculturative stress
- Anxiety & Depression
- Identity Development
- Relationships & Family
- Stress management
Clinical Approach
- Person-Centered & Relational
- Cultural Humility Lens
- Strengths-Based & Collaborative
- Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Art Therapy
Michael Williams, C.P.T, CRSS Director of Fitness and Wellness Programs
Degrees
- Bachelor of Arts, Health and Exercise Science, Furman University
- Master of Science, Recreational Sports Administration, Indiana University
Certifications
- Certified Personal Trainer
- Certified Recreational Sports Specialist
- Boot Camp Instructor Certification
- Cycle Instructor Certification
- Nutritionist Certification (expected 2022)
Sarah Perciaccante, CSCS, CFSC, PN1
Degrees:
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science, Lasell University
Certifications:
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Certified Functional Strength Coach – MBSC Level 1
Certified in Nutrition and Coaching -Precision Nutrition Level 1
Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor
Certified Power Yoga Instructor
Eliana Freeman, LICSW Mental Health Counselor
Degrees:
University of Pennsylvania – School of Social Policy and Practice; Master of Social Work
Northeastern University – Bachelor of Science
Professional Interests (in no particular order):
Identity Development and Exploration
Life Transitions and Events
Relationships
Family Dynamics and Conflict
Stress Management
Anxiety
Grief and Loss
Sexuality and Sexual Health
Clinical Approach:
Psychodynamic with tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, and Grief Therapy techniques with a strengths-based approach
Leanne Fisher, MS, CHES® Health Educator
Degrees:
SUNY Brockport; Bachelor of Science, Physical Education
Nebraska Methodist College; Master of Science, Wellness and Health Promotion Management
Certifications:
Certified Health Education Specialist
Mental Health First Aid Instructor
Grief Support Specialist
Professional Interests:
Substance Use and Abuse
Emotional Agility
Sexual Health
Stress, Energy and Time Management
Moving for Mental Health
Social Skill Development
Rachael Goldfarb, LCSW Mental Health Counselor
Degrees
Wellesley College, Bachelor of Arts
Boston College, Master of Social Work
Professional Interests
- Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, familial relationships and Identity formation, time management/goal setting and achievement
- Narrative Therapy Certified
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Strengths Based
Margarita Vargas, Office Coordinator, Public Notary, & FITWELL Zumba Instructor
Responsibilities:
Medical Vaccine Compliance
Appointment Scheduling
Clerical Tasks
Certifications:
Certified Zumba Instructor
Certified Kickboxing Instructor
Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor
Certified Yoga Instructor 200 Hours
CPR/AED Certified
