Counseling Center Staff

Meghan received her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, her MS in counseling psychology from Northeastern University and her BS in psychology from William Smith College. She has worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, mental health counseling centers, and college counseling centers. Meghan’s clinical interests include the mindbody connection, anxiety, life transitions, the grief process, and stress management. She focuses on helping students increase self-awareness, develop strategies related to management and overall functioning, and improve life balance. Outside of work, Meghan enjoys spending time at the beach, New England road trips, and Barre/Yoga classes.

Andrew received his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, his MS/CAGS in school psychology from Northeastern University, and his BS in psychology from the University of Vermont. He has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including college counseling centers at Wellesley College and Roger Williams University. Andrew’s professional interests include trauma, grief, men’s issues, depression, relational issues, and sports psychology. In his free time, Andrew enjoys spending time with his friends and family, being active, traveling, and cheering for the New England Patriots.  

Alex earned his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology and his BA in psychology from Drew University. Alex’s therapeutic style emphasizes a collaborative, inclusive relationship wherein students are supported as they are challenged to build insight, develop strengths, and grow in pursuit of their most meaningful life. Alex has work experience at Wheaton College, Brandeis University, Northwestern University, Trinity College and Babson College. Alex’s clinical specialties include social anxiety & grief, as well as assisting students struggling to achieve a healthy relationship with Cannabis and other substances. In his free time Alex enjoys astronomy, board gaming and hockey.

Jeff earned his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from William James College (formally Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology) and his BA in psychology from University of Michigan. He has a wide range of clinical experiences ranging from elder services, VAs, community mental health, primary care consultation, outpatient, and college counseling. Prior to working at Bentley University, Jeff has also worked at MCHPS University, Roger Williams University, and Babson College. Jeff’s clinical style reinforces a collaborative approach and develops a treatment that is holistic and best suited to the student’s needs at the time. While grounded in the cognitive behavioral therapy approach, Jeff integrates other evidenced based approaches when suitable. Jeff’s clinical interests include depression and anxiety, relationships, identity development, emerging adulthood, and acculturation. In his spare time, Jeff pursues a myriad of personal interests including fishing, exercise/mixed martial arts, cooking, and e-sports.

Jennifer (Jen) Pagán (She/Her/Hers) is a Clinical Social Worker who earned her Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin and her bachelor’s degree in Growth and Structure of Cities from Bryn Mawr College. She joins Bentley University from UMass Lowell, where she worked as a Counseling Clinician providing short term therapy for students and facilitating therapy groups. Prior to that, she worked in a group practice supporting both young adults and adult clients. Jen approaches her work through a relational cultural framework, focusing on building authentic, supportive connections with her clients. She is passionate about working with first-generation young adults and has an interest in supporting students navigating anxiety, life transitions, identity development, and relationships. Outside of her professional role, Jen enjoys salsa dancing, going to the beach, staying active through spin classes, and spending time with loved ones and dog, Joey. 

Carolyn (she/her) is a fourth-year doctoral student at William James College who is pursuing a PsyD in clinical psychology. She has worked clinically with transition-age and young adults in a college counseling center as well as in a private practice setting. Carolyn is passionate about the therapeutic relationship and believes it is a fundamental part of therapy. She therefore uses empathy and compassion to establish a safe and trusting space for her clients to process emotions. She uses a strengths-based approach and practices cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. Carolyn has clinical interests in eating disorders, body image, exercise, managing stress and life transitions, anxiety, depression, and self-harm. She is currently completing her doctoral project on weight stigma and eating disorders, particularly atypical anorexia nervosa. In her free time, Carolyn enjoys spending time with friends and family, exploring new board games, and walking her dog, Bear. 

Swathi (She/Her/Hers) is a fourth-year Clinical Psychology doctoral student at William James College. She has experience providing counseling and psychological assessment in school and hospital settings. Swathi draws from psychodynamic approaches and integrates techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Her clinical interests include Asian mental health, identity development, life transitions, and supporting students in navigating relationships and academic stress. Outside of her clinical work, Swathi enjoys longboarding, watching movies, and exploring new places for matcha and coffee.

Nick (he/him) is completing his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from William James College and previously earned his MA in mental health counseling from Boston College. Nick’s clinical interests include LGBTQ+ adversity and resilience, identity development during emerging adulthood, social anxieties and phobias, and intersectionality. He has previous experience working with a wide range of concerns, including generalized anxiety disorder, ADHD, major depression and grief, adjustment disorders, and distress intolerance. He takes a flexible, client-centered approach to therapy, drawing from different therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to create personalized treatment plans. In his free time, Nick enjoys building computers, spoiling his dog, and spending time with friends and family.

Bogs is a mini Australian Shepard that makes occasional cameo appearances at the Bentley Counseling Center and associated Counseling Center outreach events. In his free time, he enjoys catching frisbees, playing fetch with balls, performing tricks, and begging for treats. He will periodically join his handler Dr. Dole for student events around campus.