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We are staffed by highly trained professionals who have many years of experience working in the University setting. We are committed to helping students, faculty, and staff with any concerns that may require professional counseling and psychiatric services.

***Requesting to work with a specific counselor may mean a significantly longer wait time for services to get started depending on that counselor's current case load.

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Senior Counseling Staff

Scott Miller, Ph.D., UCC Director

 

 

Brittany Stewart, Ph.D., Clinical Services Director

Dr. Brittany Stewart received her B.S. and M.S. in psychology and Community Counseling, respectively, from Southwestern Oklahoma State University and her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from The University of Kansas. Dr. Stewart has trained and/or worked in multiple settings including inpatient and outpatient community mental health centers, the VA, and in several University Counseling Centers. Dr. Stewart is passionate about working with college students as they navigate transitions to and through college. Her clinical interests include identity development, treatment of mood, anxiety and trauma related conditions, and supporting the mental health needs of first-generation college students. Dr. Stewart strives to create a therapeutic space that is inclusive, warm, supportive, and rooted in cultural humility while encouraging and therapeutically challenging clients to work toward attaining the growth they desire while navigating the multitude of stressors they will encounter during their college experiences.

 


Sheena Mehta, Ph.D., Training Director, Assessment Coordinator, Staff Psychologist,

Education:
School Psychology, PhD, Fordham University
Therapeutic Interventions, MSE, Fordham University
Child Development, MS, Institute of Education
Psychology and Neuroscience, BS, University of Manchester

Sheena is a Licensed Health Service Psychologist with a commitment to helping clients achieve their therapeutic goals and improve their psychological well being, whilst providing a safe and inclusive environment. Her past experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings providing individual, group, and family counseling services; psychological evaluations; outreach; and consultation with other professional agencies. Examples of past settings include private practice, private and public schools, inpatient and outpatient hospital settings, and a non profit supportive housing site. She has experience and interest in working with marginalized and underrepresented populations, including the LGBTQIA+ community, BIPOC individuals, and first generation students.

Sheena enjoys providing counseling services to clients and aims to provide a warm and engaging therapeutic experience, with a gentle yet direct approach. She strives to be supportive and empathic, and provide honest feedback when collaborating with clients to facilitate meaningful changes they are seeking, and foster self exploration and growth. Sheena uses an integrated and personalized approach to best suit the needs of the client using aspects of various theoretical orientations (e.g., CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT). Sheena has worked with clients on a wide range of presenting concerns, such as mood disorders, navigating life transitions, traumas and challenges, and building healthy and rewarding relationships. Areas of clinical interest include anxiety and mood disorders, academic interventions, adjustment and transition issues, and navigating interpersonal relationships. Sheena currently facilitates anxiety group counseling and the International Student Listening Space for campus members at the UCC.

 


Matthew Cancio, M.Ed, Staff Counselor

Matthew Cancio earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Texas Lutheran University in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from The University of Oklahoma, with an emphasis in Drug and Alcohol Counseling.  Matthew completed his graduate practicum hours at both the University of Oklahoma Counseling Psychology Clinic and the Latino Community Development Agency (LCDA) in Oklahoma City.  In a professional capacity, Matthew has been heavily invested in higher education in both Texas and Oklahoma and has worked with a multitude of different communities of varying identities and faith-based backgrounds. 

He strongly believes in holistic, community care and in creating places of belonging that validate and affirm individuals from all walks of life.  The creation of these environments of healing, acceptance, and collaborative growth is a life-long endeavor, and one that he enthusiastically engages in wherever he is.  Areas of clinical interest for Matthew include anxiety, grief counseling, depression, trauma, substance use issues, multicultural counseling, and couple’s counseling.

Amanda Pollock, M.Ed., LPC, Staff Counselor

Amanda received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Central Oklahoma and a Master’s of Education degree in Community Counseling from the University of Oklahoma.  She completed two graduate internships through the University of Oklahoma, one at the University Counseling Center and one at the Counseling Psychology Assessment Clinic.  Amanda has been a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) since 2008. She has worked in an out-patient setting on the OU Health Sciences Center campus providing assessment, counseling, and outreach.  During a counseling session, she strives to create a safe space to explore and process together, allowing for personal growth.  She views counseling as an individualized experience that will promote healing, understanding, and acceptance of own’s self.  By allowing others to express themselves in a nurtured space, she helps to promote healthy coping skills to reduce life stressors, such as anxiety, depression, and adjustment concerns. 

 

Liz Green, M.Ed., LPC-Candidate, Staff Counselor

Liz Green is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and a graduate from the University of Oklahoma, completing her Bachelor’s Degree in Multidisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Education and Health and Exercise Science as well as completing her Master’s Degree in Clinical Professional Counseling, with an emphasis in School Counseling. She fulfilled her graduate internship hours at OU’s University Counseling Center and Norman High School.

 

Whether you are coming to counseling to process life’s challenges, navigate the transition of attending college, or seeking personal growth, it is Liz’s goal to provide a safe space to work alongside you and support you in your journey to mental and emotional well-being. Liz has experience working with a variety of presenting concerns and tailors her approach to each individual's unique needs and goals. She utilizes techniques from a range of modalities including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems. Outside of the counseling space, Liz is a hobby enthusiast and enjoys spending time engaging in creative endeavors and spending time outside or with pets. 

 

Stephnee Hiserodt, ACSW, LCSW, Staff Counselor

Stephnee completed an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Zoology and graduate degree in Social Work from the University of Oklahoma.  She has been a member of the National Association of Social Workers since 1998 and is also credentialed by the Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW).  She licensed by the State of Oklahoma as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.  Stephnee has worked as a counselor in the outpatient and school based settings as well as 19 years working with adolescents with co-occurring disorders at an inpatient facility.  Stephnee has also directed a Truancy Diversion Program for school aged youth and served as a Clinical Director for an inpatient facility for 5 years.  Stephnee served on the board for the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers.

Stephnee views the therapeutic process as a journey and one of collaboration between the client and therapist.  She works to use the person’s strengths and seeks ways to use hope as a catalyst for change.  Stephnee uses solution focused interventions and person centered therapy to join with the person to meet their goals.  Stephnee has training and experience working with trauma, substance use issues, depression and anxiety.  She believes in overall wellness as a path to recovery and works with clients to create a self care lifestyle.

 

Rachel Gilmore, M.Ed., LPC, Staff Counselor

Rachel Gilmore is a graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University with a degree in psychology. Rachel attended graduate school at the University of Oklahoma and received a master’s degree in Clinical Professional Counseling, with an emphasis in Drug and Alcohol Counseling. She completed her graduate internship in a university counseling setting. Previously, Rachel worked for a non-profit, providing mental health and substance use services to adolescents and adults. Rachel also has training and experience working with individuals experiencing problematic gambling behaviors.

Rachel’s goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to heal and be challenged. Rachel works collaboratively with her clients and strives to be inclusive and genuine in the therapeutic relationship. Areas of clinical interest for Rachel include, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use.

 


Mindy Windholz, M.S., LPC-S, NCC, CCTP, Staff Counselor

A native of the Sunflower State, Mindy Windholz is a proud alumnus of Fort Hays State University, graduating with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Sociology and a M.S. in Counseling. Starting out in her career, she worked in a private practice setting in Topeka, KS and was able to work with every representation of the life span, which included a diverse representation of identity. She also worked as the personal counselor on staff at the YWCA in Topeka and provided counseling and court advocacy services for those living with interpersonal violence, stalking, and sexual assault. After living in St. Louis for six years, she moved to Oklahoma and found her dream job working in higher education at Oklahoma City University. She was the inaugural personal counselor for three years before becoming Director of Counseling Services, which she held for seven years.  Mindy is a state approved supervisor, a Nationally Board Certified Counselor, and holds certifications as a clinical trauma professional and tele-mental health provider.  She has also been trained in DBT and mindfulness. Her theoretical orientation is humanistic and she utilizes a holistic viewpoint when working with clients. She has experience working with clients who identify under the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and values the importance of being a lifelong learner of cultural humility. She believes in the autonomy and agency of the client and in the sacredness of the counseling space.

 


Lois Jones, Ph.D. Post Doctoral Fellow

Education:
Counseling Psychology, PhD,  Psychology, Tennessee State University 
School Counseling, MEd, University of Central Oklahoma
Sociology, BA, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Dr. Lois Jones is an Oklahoma native who is passionate about mental health and public education. She has trained and/or worked in multiple settings including non-profit organizations, psychological assessment clinics, university counseling centers, primary and secondary public schools, university TRIO programs, private inpatient hospitals, and outpatient clinics for the Department of Veteran’s Affairs. She is a past trainee of the Oklahoma Health Consortium which includes providing therapeutic experiences to students at both OUHSC and OU-Norman. She has returned to the University of Oklahoma after several years of working for the VA in both general and primary care mental health. Dr. Jones has experience working with a wide range of presenting concerns, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal difficulties, academic interventions, career development, sleep disorders, and chronic pain.  She is trained in and incorporates various evidence-based practices, such as SFBT, CBT, ACT, DBT, and CPT. Dr. Jones strives to create a safe, inclusive, and validating space that is person-centered, compassionate, culturally responsive, collaborative, and trauma informed. She looks forward to providing the space and opportunity for clients to learn more about themselves, cope with challenges, and grow in the areas they desire.

Joshua Deitte, PsyD, Post Doctoral Fellow

Dr. Joshua Deitte received his Bachelor’s degree in psychology and legal studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and then completed his MS and PsyD in clinical psychology at Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Deitte completed his doctoral internship at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville’s counseling center. His past trainings/experiences include working with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings including: community mental health, a health-based department clinic with an emphasis on treating addiction, and collegiate mental health.  He considers himself a generalist and has experience working with a range of symptoms including: anxiety, depression, identity development, adjustment difficulties, perfectionism, substance use, sleep disorders, trauma, and emotion regulation.

Dr. Deitte strives to create a space that is collaborative, safe, nonjudgmental, and culturally integrative. He views therapy as a unique opportunity for people to enrich their lives through active exploration of their values/belief systems. His goal is to help empower clients to live a life in line with their values and work through obstacles in doing so.

When not working, he enjoys golfing, watching Sci-Fi, playing video games, and cheering on the Green Bay Packers.

 

Psychiatrists

Ed Hill, MD, Staff Psychiatrist

Eugene Vitiello MD, Staff Psychiatrist  

Clinical Trainees

Parker Benson, Pre-doctoral Psychology Intern  

Bracey Dangerfield, Pre-doctoral Psychology Intern

Nathan Jensen, Pre-doctoral Psychology Intern

Allison McCarter, Pre-doctoral Psychology Intern

Courtney Porter, Pre-doctoral Psychology Intern

Sarah Wright, Doctoral Practicum student

Layla Donyai, Master's Intern

Bailey Baysinger, Master's Intern

Madisen Dodd, Master's Intern

 

Front Desk Staff

Buddy Norman, Office Manager

Jenna Krol, Administrative Assistant