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Associate Director
Mary Murphy, L.M.H.C.

Full-Time Personal Counselors
Danielle DePalma, L.C.S.W.
Winnie Eng, Ph.D.
Catherine McMenamin, L.C.S.W.
Kim Montagnino, Ph.D.
Sergey Profis, Ph.D.
Daphney Rene, LCSW, Psy.D

Part-Time Counselors
Leathe Allard, Ph.D.
Kristi Basile, M.A.
Jose’ Desiderio, L.M.H.C.
Samantha Desiderio, M.A.
Joanna Feinman, Ph.D.
Anna Ivanova-Tatlici, L.M.H.C.
John Lopez, L.C.S.W.
Michelle Magno, L.M.H.C.
Esther Mitnick, L.M.H.C.
Sandra Rodriguez, L.M.H.C.

Psychatric Nurse Practitioner
Kathy Cilione, M.S., NP

Graduate Externs
Curtis Bogetti, M.Phil
Blake Katz, BS
Fortune Manopla, BA
Susie McHugh, MS
Ali Ozmeral, BS
Yuliya Shteynberg, M.S.

Support Staff
Michele Karpeles, M.A.
Marissa Luisi

Dr. Ann Booth, Psy.D., Director of the Counseling Center, is a New York State Licensed Psychologist. She holds a B.S. in Psychology, an M.S. in Mental Health Counseling, and a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Booth completed a clinical internship at Southern Illinois University Student Counseling Center, and also served as a Staff Psychologist at Stevens Institute of Technology. Dr. Booth joined the Counseling Center in 2006. Her clinical interests focus on trauma and survival, family dysfunction, gay and lesbian issues, anxiety, self-esteem strengthening, and couples counseling. She works full-time at the Counseling Center and provides personal counseling for students.

Mary Murphy, Associate Director of the Counseling Center, is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She holds her B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology from University College Galway, Ireland, and her M.Sc. in Counseling Psychology from Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland. She is a Registered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland. Ms. Murphy has experience in child and adolescent clinical services and group therapy prior to joining the Counseling Center in 1994. Her areas of interest includes anxiety, depression, life transitions, multicultural issues and managing stress. Ms. Murphy has a continuing interest in physiological factors that can influence psychological issues, and the range of methods used to train self-regulation. She especially enjoys helping students identify and overcome issues that may hinder their academic success. Ms. Murphy utilizes an integrative approach in counseling combining psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and family systems theory. She works full-time at the Counseling Center and provides personal and academic counseling for students.

Danielle DePalma received an M.S. in Social Work from Columbia University and a B.A. in Psychology from Cornell University. She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the State of New York. She has experience with assessment, case management, and outreach. She has conducted counseling in areas such as developmental and learning disabilities. Ms. DePalma has worked for the Staten Island Mental Health Society and Legal Aid and currently works in a private practice New Jersey. She works full-time at the Counseling Center and provides personal counseling for students.

Dr. Winnie Eng is a New York State Licensed Psychologist, Clinical Specialty. She received her B.A. in Psychology and in Anthropology from Brown University, her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Temple University and completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the University Counseling Service at New York University. She has specialized interest in anxiety disorders, interpersonal relationships, trauma and multicultural issues. Dr. Eng is trained in EMDRIA-Basic, Gottman Method Couples Therapy- Level 2 and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Dr. Eng utilizes a psychodynamic framework in her approach to treatment, along with dialectical- and cognitive-behavioral interventions. She has worked full-time at the Counseling Center since 2004.

Catherine McMenamin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She has a BA in Psychology from Temple University and an MSW from Fordham University. She has worked as a clinician in outpatient and in-community treatment settings for more than 20 years. Catherine utilizes cognitive behavioral therapies along with solution focused and mindfulness techniques to address anxiety, depression and substance abuse. Her clinical focus in on creating a supportive, safe therapeutic environment needed to empower individuals to reframe and recognize their own strengths and resilience. Catherine works part-time in the Counseling Center provides personal counseling for students.

Dr. Kim Montagnino is a New York State licensed psychologist. She received her B.A. in Psychology from Drew University and her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Dr. Montagnino completed her clinical internship at Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital in New Jersey and worked as a Staff Psychologist at Seton Hall University Counseling Services prior to coming to the Counseling Center in 2008. Dr. Montagnino has experience treating a wide range of issues including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and trauma. Dr. Montagnino's approach to counseling is integrative; methods and theories she draws from include CBT, DBT, EMDR, psychodynamic, and family systems. She takes care to respect diversity and individual identities and takes a culturally sensitive approach. She works full-time at the Counseling Center providing personal counseling to students and clinical supervision to graduate externs.

Dr. Sergey Profis is a New York State Licensed Psychologist,. He received his B.A. in psychology from Boston University, his M.A and Ph.D. from the Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies, Adelphi University. Dr. Profis completed his clinical Internship at Columbia-Presbyterian, The University Hospitals of Columbia and Cornell-Presbyterian Center. Dr. Profis joined the CSI Counseling Center in 2007. Dr. Profis has specialized training in crisis intervention and has worked on a Psychiatric Mobile Crisis Team. His clinical interests include interpersonal relationships, multicultural issues, depressive and anxiety conditions. Dr. Profis employs an integrative approach to psychotherapy, combining psychodynamic, experiential and mindfulness -based models of treatment. Dr. Profis works full time at the Counseling Center and provides personal counseling for students as well as clinical supervision to the Masters and Pre-Doctoral fellows at the Counseling Center.

Dr. Rene is a New York and New Jersey State Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Human and Organizational Psychologist. She received her BA in Psychology from The City College of New York, her MSW from The State University of New York at Stony Brook, and her PsyD from Touro University Worldwide. Dr. Rene has specialized training and research interest in the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders, Psychosis, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Eating Disorders, ADHD, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Dr. Rene has over 20 years of experience in mental health counseling. Dr. Rene works full-time at the Student Counseling Center and provides support to students who struggle with academic, emotional/mental, health, and a variety of other social issues.

Dr Leathe Allard is a New York State Licensed Psychologist. She received her B.A. in Psychology from Boston College and her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Fordham University. She has worked in college counseling centers at Fordham, California Polytechnic, and Loyola Maryland, as well as in group homes and clinic settings with adolescents in the NYC foster care system. Dr. Allard’s approach to therapy integrates interpersonal, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, Internal Family Systems, and trauma-informed theories. She is EMDR trained. Her clinical experience and interests include: identity development and individuation, LGTQIA+, family of origin concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, and conduct / authority issues. Dr. Allard joined the Counseling Center in 2016 and presently works part time providing personal counseling for students and supervision to doctoral candidate externs.

Kristi Basileis a New York State Licensed Mental Health Therapist. She received her M.A. in clinical mental health counseling from the College of Staten Island and completed her clinical internship at the College of Staten Island Counseling Center. Kristi specializes in anxiety, depression and trauma and works closely with the autism-spectrum population. Her approach to therapy integrates psychodynamic, trauma-based theories and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Kristi works part-time at the Counseling Center and offers personal and group counseling, while providing a deep knowledge of academic issues.

José Desiderio is a NYS Licensed Mental Health Counselor. He received his B.A. in Psychology and Sociology at the (SUNY) University at Albany. He also received his M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from the College of Staten Island. José completed his graduate internships at Curtis High School and the CSI Counseling Center. His clinical interests are interpersonal relationship issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and academic difficulties. José practices within the frameworks of cognitive-behavioral therapy, humanistic, and solution focused techniques. He works part-time at the counseling center providing individual and group academic counseling for students.

Samantha Desiderio received her B.A. in Psychology and M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the College of Staten Island. Samantha utilizes an integrative approach comprised primarily of several theoretical orientations such as psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques. Her clinical interests focus on interpersonal issues, depression, anxiety disorders, and immigration concerns. She works part-time at the Counseling Center and provides personal counseling for students.

Dr. Joanna Feinman is a Licensed Psychologist in both New York and New Jersey. She received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts, after attending Berklee College of Music and SUNY Binghamton. She received her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from New York University, and completed a doctoral internship at Kings County Hospital Center. She has worked extensively with college students in the Counseling Centers at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College and Kean University, as well as in Community Mental Health Centers. Dr. Feinman joined the CSI Counseling Center in 2016. Her clinical interests include recovery from depression and anxiety, exploring relationships and family, identity, multicultural issues, and improving self-esteem. Her approach to counseling integrates solution-focused, CBT, humanistic, and family systems, with insights from neuroscience. She works part-time at the Counseling Center providing clinical supervision.

Anna Ivanova-Tatlici, LMHC, LPC (Pronouns: she/her/hers)is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor. She received her B.A. in Psychology and M.A .in Mental Health Counseling from Brooklyn College, CUNY. Anna has experience working in college, hospital and clinic settings providing individual, couples and group therapy, crisis intervention and supervision. She implements an eclectic therapeutic approach utilizing psychoanalytic, cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing and mindfulness therapy. Her clinical interests focus on stress management, anxiety, improving self-esteem and immigration issues. She is bilingual in Russian. Anna has been working part-time at the Counseling Center providing personal counseling for students since February 2017.

John Lopez, LCSW is a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He received a BA in Economics from Brooklyn College, an MS degree in Health Care Management from Stony Brook, and a Master of Social Work from Touro College. He worked as a hospital administrator for several years in a variety of settings. John has provided services in juvenile detention facilities, colleges, and high schools throughout New York as a motivational speaker and mentor. In recent years, John has dedicated himself to psychotherapy and counseling. John utilizes a wide array of approaches to assist clients to achieve their very best. Techniques include CBT, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic applications to address anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, difficulty in relationships and other life stressors. John works part time at the Counseling Center and provides personal counseling for students.

Michelle Magno is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor and New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor. She earned her B.A. in Psychology from Vanderbilt University and her M.A. and Ed.S. in Professional Counseling from Seton Hall University. Her clinical approach is an integration of interpersonal and cognitive behavioral theories. She has experience in treating a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, substance use and addiction, and relationship issues. Michelle joined the Counseling Center in 2022 and works part-time providing personal counseling for students.

Esther Mitnick is a licensed mental health counselor. She received her B.A in Psychology from Touro college and her MA in Mental Health Counseling from the College of Staten Island. She works part-time at the Counseling Center providing personal counseling for students. Esther has experience working with substance abuse issues providing Motivational Interviewing and DBT techniques in personal and group settings. Her clinical interests include trauma, mindfulness interventions for depression and anxiety as well as fostering growth through relationships.

Sandra Rodriguez is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She received both her B.A. in Psychology as well as her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Queens College, CUNY. Sandra has experience working in clinical, private practice, educational, and online settings. Sandra has worked with a wide range of life situations and mental health issues with individuals, couples/families and groups. Sandra’s counseling style is warm and relational as she uses a psychodynamic approach with an integration of techniques tailor suited to each person. She finds strategies to address immediate concerns, symptom reduction & management as well as uncovering issues that may be affecting goal attainment. Her experience also includes work with anxiety & panic attacks, relationships, mood disturbances, life transitions, as well as a specialization in trauma. Sandra works part-time at the Counseling Center providing personal counseling for students.

Kathleen Cilione received a B.S. in Nursing from Villanova University and a master’s degree from Wagner College in nursing administration and child mental health. She went on to obtain a post-master’s certificate from Columbia University in a psychiatric nurse practitioner program. Ms. Cilione has over 30 years of psychiatric nursing experience. She has worked as a clinician and administrator in outpatient, inpatient and psychiatric emergency settings. She also spent five years teaching at New Jersey City University. She works at the Counseling Center part-time and provides psychiatric medication evaluations and management for students.

Curtis Bogetti received a B.S. in Psychology from McGill University and a M.Phil. from the City College of New York, where he is currently a doctoral candidate. His clinical interests include working with individuals who are dealing with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. Curtis is a CUNY Graduate Fellow in the Counseling Center where he provides personal counseling for CSI students.

Blake Katz received her B.S. In Psychology from Tulane University. She is currently pursuing a PsyD in Clinical Psychology at Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. She is interested in CBT and DBT therapy, mindfulness skills, and helping students struggling with stress, anxiety, and depression. Blake is a graduate extern in the Counseling Center where she provides personal counseling for CSI students.

Fortune Manopla received her B.A. in Psychology from Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College. She is currently pursuing a PsyD in Clinical Psychology at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. Her research interests include the risk factors associated with prolonged grief, the efficacy of grief therapy, and meaning-centered psychotherapy. Fortune is a graduate extern in the Counseling Center where she provides personal counseling for CSI students.

Susie McHugh is a sixth-year Ph.D. candidate in the clinical neuropsychology program at Queens College. She holds Masters degrees in behavioral neuroscience and applied behavior analysis, and is a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) and NYS licensed behavior analyst. Susie has been working professionally with children with autism since 2009, and has held multiple research-based and clinical positions. She has completed externships at the NYU Child Study Center, Lenox Hill Hospital, and currently is an extern at the Columbia Medical Center Promise Program. Susie is a CUNY Graduate Fellow in CSI Counseling Center where she provides personal counseling for students

Ali Ozmeral received her B.S. in Health Promotion Disease Prevention from the University of Southern California. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Clinical Health Psychology at Yeshiva University, Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. She is interested in health behavior changes such as the relationship between nutrition knowledge and food-related behaviors, the social determinants of health and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. Ali is a graduate extern in the Counseling Center where she provides personal counseling for CSI students.

Yuliya Shteynberg received her B.A. in Psychology from Cornell University. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of North Texas. She is interested in insight-oriented work, interpersonal relationships, and helping individuals cope with trauma. Yuliya is a graduate extern in the Counseling Center where she provides personal counseling for CSI students.

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