Student Health and Counseling

Sam Orlando

cholette — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:33:05 +0000

Sam Orlando

Counseling Services Trainee

cholette Fri, 01/17/2025 - 11:33

Lauderdale, 2nd Floor

585-245-5716

sorlando@geneseo.edu

MS, Mental Health Counseling, SUNY Brockport (May 2026)
BS, Interdisciplinary Studies, Alfred State College
AAS, Nursing, Alfred State College

Welcome to Counseling Services! I’m a Graduate Trainee from SUNY Brockport. I’ve been a Registered Nurse for about 10 years, and I have experience working in pediatrics, home care, sleep medicine and college health! I’ve also been trained as a doula. These experiences have all provided me with a huge appreciation for the importance of mental health and all the ways it plays a role in our whole-body, whole-self wellness.

College is such a pivotal time in your life, and it’s an honor to be a part of your journey in whatever way I can. I approach counseling in a holistic way, tailoring my care to each person's individual needs, and I strive to create a space where any student will feel welcomed and valued.

Outside of work and school, I’m an avid reader! I love baking, cooking, weightlifting, spending time outdoors, basking in the sun, and hanging out with any dog I come across.

Lily Zimmerman

cholette — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:27:29 +0000

Lily Zimmerman

Counseling Services Trainee

cholette Fri, 01/17/2025 - 11:27

Lauderdale, 2nd Floor

585-245-5716

lzimmerman@geneseo.edu

I’m currently in my second academic year at the University of Rochester, working toward a degree in Mental Health Counseling with a certificate in Mind, Body, Healing, and Wellness which focuses on techniques that enhance the mind’s positive impact on the body through behavioral, psychological, social, expressive, and spiritual approaches.

I grew up in rural Pennsylvania and moved to Buffalo in 2020 for college, where I earned my bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Hilbert College in 2023. While there, I was also a student-athlete, which taught me the importance of balancing physical and mental health. Yoga and meditation were crucial in helping me manage the challenges of being a student-athlete, especially during periods of burnout.

I’m so excited to be here at ��, where I get to put what I’ve been learning into practice and continue growing as a counselor. My passion is helping others achieve balance and well-being, and I hope to bring a holistic, compassionate approach to the work I do with clients.

Yitong Wang

cholette — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:25:22 +0000

Yitong Wang

Counseling Services Trainee

cholette Fri, 01/17/2025 - 11:25

Lauderdale, 2nd Floor

585-245-5716

ywang@geneseo.edu

I am a graduate student from China studying Mental Health Counseling at the University of Rochester. I am honored to begin my practicum training at ��.

I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental, and inclusive space for each student. I focus on supporting individuals to explore their inner potential and personal needs through empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuine collaborative relationships. I am particularly concerned with the challenges of adolescents, college students, and young adults in the areas of depression, anxiety, academic stress, identity, and relationships. I am committed to helping them build psychological resilience and achieve self-growth.

In my free time, I enjoy skating, reading, and hanging out with friends. These activities help me release pressure and experience the happiness of life.

I look forward to meeting every student and supporting them in finding the most suitable path for their growth through listening, understanding, and exploring together.

Yilun Fang

cholette — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:12:11 +0000

Yilun Fang

Crisis Counselor

cholette Fri, 01/17/2025 - 11:12

Lauderdale 220

585-245-5716

yfang@geneseo.edu

Castillo Named to SUNY Hispanic Leadership Institute

rime — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:10:13 +0000

Castillo Named to SUNY Hispanic Leadership Institute rime Mon, 11/25/2024 - 10:10

Xuanya Wang

cholette — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 19:15:32 +0000

Xuanya Wang

Counseling Services Trainee

cholette Thu, 09/12/2024 - 15:15

Lauderdale, 2nd Floor

585-245-5716

xwang@geneseo.edu

Wiljar Ojuro

cholette — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 19:06:16 +0000

Wiljar Ojuro

Counseling Services Trainee

cholette Thu, 09/12/2024 - 15:06

Lauderdale, 2nd Floor

585-245-5716

wojuro@geneseo.edu

Welcome! My name is Wiljar Ojuro, and I am honored to serve as a doctoral intern at ��’s Student Health Counseling Center. I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Education with a specialization in Counselor Education and Supervision at the University of Rochester, School of Warner. Drawing from a robust background in mental health counseling, research, and teaching, I am dedicated to empowering students as they navigate their personal journeys toward growth, resilience, and overall well-being.

In my practice, I strive to create a safe, affirming, and compassionate space where students feel seen, heard, and understood. My therapeutic approach is integrative and evidence-based, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I have a particular passion for ACT, which emphasizes embracing emotions, clarifying values, and committing to actions aligned with one’s authentic self. I believe no single therapeutic approach suits everyone, so I do tailor interventions to meet students where they are, honoring their individuality, strengths, and goals.

I specialize in working with students navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity development, and more. As a doctoral intern, I have experience providing culturally responsive individual therapy and facilitating group sessions, with a focus on creating inclusive and supportive environments. My research and clinical work have focused on resilience, intergenerational trauma, student identity, and addressing mental health disparities in diverse populations. I believe that seeking support is a courageous step, and it is a privilege to assist students in their path toward healing and personal growth.

Taryn Hand, MS, RD, CSSD, LD

cholette — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:58:19 +0000

Taryn Hand, MS, RD, CSSD, LD

Dietitian

cholette Thu, 09/12/2024 - 12:58

virtual

585-245-5736

thand@geneseo.edu

Hello and welcome! My name is Taryn (she, hers) and I am a Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics with over 10 years of experience in the field, specializing in helping clients heal their relationship with food and exercise.

I utilize a non-diet, weight inclusive approach to help clients make peace with their food and body and trust their internal cues. I operate from an all foods fit philosophy and incorporate principles of intuitive eating, mindful eating, and Health at Every Size in my work with clients. I have extensive experience working with eating disorders/disordered eating, sports nutrition, and medical nutrition therapy for many other health conditions. Previously, I have worked at all levels of care (residential, PHP, and IOP) for eating disorders. I also have experience working as a sports dietitian in collegiate athletics and with elite and professional athletes supporting their nutrition needs. It would be an honor to support and be part of your journey to creating a more peaceful relationship with food, your body, and exercise.

I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Biology here at ��, where I also ran cross country and track competitively for four years. I then completed my Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics at the University of Connecticut and continued on to receive my Master of Science in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology from Oregon State University.

As a lifelong athlete myself, you might find me racing my bike in a road, cyclocross or gravel race. I also enjoy hiking, urban farming, home improvement projects and outdoor adventures with my yellow lab, Roswell (who sometimes can be found in the background of virtual sessions).

Midday Mindfulness - monthly drop-in Zoom class

cholette — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 18:44:47 +0000

Midday Mindfulness - monthly drop-in Zoom class

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

cholette Fri, 08/02/2024 - 14:44

Student Health and Counseling News

Student Health and Counseling invites all students to attend Midday Mindfulness, a monthly mindfulness class via Zoom! This short mindful reset includes a combination of breathing, seated yoga stretches, and mindfulness meditation.

Monthly drop-in classes are held on the first Tuesday of each month, 12:00-12:30 pm via Zoom. We encourage faculty and staff to attend as a means to encourage students, to cultivate community, to support a sense of belonging, and to promote healthy wellbeing.

Spring sessions will be held on the following Tuesdays: February 4, March 4, April 1, and May 6. Also available: Mindful Yoga for Mental Health, a weekly yoga class on Fridays.

Join via the link below. You will need to sign on no later than 12:05 pm and wait for the host to let you into the Zoom meeting.

Link to join Midday Mindfulness on 1st TuesdayS

The class is instructed by Dr. Beth Cholette (she/her), Associate Director of Counseling Services. Beth is both a licensed clinical psychologist and a registered yoga instructor. Read more about Beth's background in mindfulness and link to her YouTube videos from her Mind-Body pages on the Geneseo website.

Midday Mindfulness is sponsored by Health Promotion, Department of Student Health and Counseling.

Rose the Therapy Dog

cholette — Tue, 21 May 2024 14:58:14 +0000

Rose the Therapy Dog

Certified Therapy Dog

cholette Tue, 05/21/2024 - 10:58

Lauderdale, 2nd Floor

585-245-5716

Credentials:

Certified Therapy Dog
Chief Snuggling Officer

I am a three year old golden retriever who enjoys taking long naps in the middle of crowded rooms, tearing through forests at breakneck speeds, gently wading through streams, and socializing with anyone and everyone. I am beyond excited to meet you and will let you know by involving my whole body in greeting you. Sometimes, I just can’t help but vocalize through a goofy symphony of sounds how awesome it is to be here. I love you already and know we are going to be best friends. I’m very good at expressing how I feel and offering you unconditional positive regard. If you haven’t met me yet, what are you waiting for?

I hold office hours every week in the Lauderdale Health Center, and I am otherwise a part of counseling sessions with my human - where I’m content to sit with you on the couch or snuggle up by your feet if you’ll let me.