Post-Graduate Counseling Fellows

2020-2021

Shelley Eisenberg, Psy.D.

Shelley completed her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She completed her B.A. in psychology and sexuality and gender studies at The Pennsylvania State University and her M.A. in clinical psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Shelley has trained in college counseling, inpatient psychiatric, and LGBTQ+ affirming community mental health settings where she gained experience treating anxiety, depression, learning disorders, psychosis, and substance abuse. Shelley utilizes humanistic/existential and relational-cultural approaches from a trauma-informed, intersectional feminist lens. Through therapy, she aims to create a partnership with students where together, they make the demands of college and life more manageable.

Samuel Ocasio-Dominguez, Ph.D.

Samuel (pronounces Sa-moo-EL) is a 1st generation Puerto Rican Ph.D.  student, who prefers he, him his pronouns. He offers psychotherapy in English and Spanish. He earned a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Albizu University. Samuel also has a M.S. in Clinical Psychology from Albizu University, PR., and he earned a BA in Psychology at Sacred Heart University, PR. He completed his doctoral internship at UMass Amherst. His clinical interests include working with people from marginalized identities that had traumatic experiences, and struggle with emotional dysregulation, self-harm behavior, among other mental health challenges. Samuel focuses his work in evidence-based treatment for people with severe mental illness and crisis interventions, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Good Psychiatric Management and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As a therapist, Samuel is dedicated to supporting students to continue their journey to a life worth living, focusing on their resilience and strengths.

Christina Pallotti, Ph.D. 

Christina completed her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Lehigh University. She completed her B.A. in psychology at The College of New Jersey. Christina has worked in several college counseling centers and has experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, interpersonal concerns, and grief. Her therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from interpersonal and feminist approaches. Christina is passionate about helping young adults from all backgrounds thrive during their time at college.

Doctoral Psychology Interns

2020-2021

Jessica Kim, B.A.  

Jessica is a Psy.D student in the clinical psychology doctoral program at Rosemead School of Psychology at Biola University.  She completed her B.A. in Human Development at University of California, San Diego. Jessica has primarily worked in community mental health and college counseling settings, and has experience treating anxiety, trauma, depression and relational issues. She works from an integrative approach drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Psychodynamic therapy, while focusing on the client’s strengths and working from an interpersonal approach. Jessica is especially passionate about working with people from marginalized identities. As a therapist, she hopes to help clients grow, and thrive.

Gabrielle Rocchino, M.Ed. 

Gabby is a fifth year Ph.D. student in Lehigh University’s Counseling Psychology doctoral program, where she previously earned her M.Ed. in counseling and human services.  Prior to graduate study, Gabby earned her B.A. in psychology and sociology from Temple University.  Gabby has enjoyed her work in college counseling and community mental health settings.  She has experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma and recovery, and working with clients to attend to identity development and relationship concerns.  Her therapeutic approach is grounded in relational and multicultural perspectives that is dedicated to empowering clients and emphasizing their individual strengths.

Hider Shaaban, M.A.

Hider is a doctoral student at La Salle University.  He completed his M.A. in clinical psychology at La Salle, and B.A. in psychology at Temple University. Hider works mostly with adults of all ages, and has a special interest in working with people presenting with issues related to multiculturalism, immigration, trauma, and anxiety disorders.  Hider’s therapeutic style is integrative, incorporating orientations such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, and psychodynamic therapies.  His utmost priority as a psychotherapist is to create a safe space for his clients and build a strong rapport. 

Hanh Tran, M.A.

Hanh is a Psy.D. student in the Clinical Psychology program at Immaculata University. She completed her B.S. in Psychology at University at Buffalo and her M.A. in Forensic Psychology at George Washington University. Hanh has worked in the community mental health, partial hospital, and college counseling settings. She most enjoys working with emerging adults and clinical interests include anxiety, adjustment, and attachment. Hanh works from an integrative approach but is grounded in the psychodynamic and relational perspectives. In therapy, Hanh strives to create a supportive space in which students can successfully navigate their challenges. When not working as a therapist, Hanh enjoys watercolor painting and relaxing with her two cats.

Part-Time Clinical Trainees

2020-2021

Chenchen Dai, M.Ed.  

Chenchen is a doctoral student in the Counseling Psychology program at Lehigh University, where she also earned her M.Ed. in Counseling and Human Services. Prior to graduate study, Chenchen completed her Bachelor’s degrees from Peking University, China. Operating through dynamic, relational, and feminist lenses, Chenchen is particularly passionate about working with students facing issues related to relationship exploration, identity development and integration, acculturation, multiculturalism, and trauma and growth. Chenchen is committed to proving a therapy space in which students’ strengths are seen and voices are heard.

Malaïka Gutekunst, M.Ed.

Malaïka Gutekunst is a Ph.D. student in the Counseling Psychology doctoral program at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. She completed her B.A. in French Literature and Sociology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, and her M.Ed. in Counseling and Human Services at Lehigh University. Malaïka has worked with children, adolescents and young adults, and has experience with identity-based issues (e.g., LGBTQ+, gender based violence) and disorders, including anxiety, depression, ADHD and disordered eating. Malaïka works from an integrative approach that emphasizes an interpersonal and relational-cultural perspective. As a therapist, Malaïka strives to create an inclusive space that allows for clients to share their stories, and supports them through their healing and growth.

Stephanie Munio, M.A.

Stephanie is a Psy.D. student in the clinical psychology doctoral program at La Salle University. She completed her B.A. in psychology at Florida International University and her M.A. in clinical psychology at La Salle. Stephanie has primarily worked with adolescents and young adults with anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, and depression. In addition, she has clinical experience working with clients with health related anxiety. Her therapeutic style is integrative and utilizes evidence-based techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and problem solving. She hopes to help students explore the ways in which they can better engage in their life and overcome obstacles.

Monica Zack, MPH

Monica is a Master of Social Services student at Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. Monica completed her B.S. in Behavioral Health Counseling at Drexel University and her Master of Public Health,also at Drexel. In the past, Monica has worked with a variety of populations including those experiencing food insecurity in Philadelphia, college students in recovery from substance use disorders, and adults with acute illness in the hospital setting. Monica is a passionate social justice advocate whose therapeutic style draws from a variety of treatment modalities including psychodynamic, relational, and trauma-informed systems approaches. She aims to help students thrive by supporting them to identify their personal goals and strengths in the context of larger cultural systems.

Yoga and Meditation Practicum Trainees

Nai Soto, B.S.

Nai is a Master of Social Work (MSW) student at Temple University. Nai completed her B.S. in Early Childhood Education from Temple University. As a yoga instructor, Nai is particularly interested in the use of mindfulness-based interventions as a method of healing. To support students in achieving health and wellness, she utilizes a strengths-based, client-centered approach to treatment. Her clinical interests include trauma, anxiety, depression, and harm reduction.