Our Staff
Standing on porch from left to right: Matt Barry; Jamie Salacup; Assistant Director, Erica Tolles; Julie Glovin; Assistant Dean for Student Development, Charles Morse
Standing in front from left to right: TJ Dinsmore; Sabrina Rebecchi; Julie Mitchell; Director of Disability Services, Aaron Ferguson; Debbie Bordage
The staff at the SDCC all have somewhat different interests, skills and backgrounds, but we all share a common expertise and passion; we know the challenges that WPI can bring and we care deeply about helping students navigate those challenges successfully. This commitment is evidenced in the many different programs we do on campus including stress management, time management, leadership, and peer education/support programs. Also important is our dedication to each and every student who seeks help with whatever they may be struggling and our respect and admiration for each individual’s journey.
Charlie Morse has worked at the SDCC since 1993 in his current role of Director since 2005. His work with students is largely informed by an interest in mindfulness meditation and acceptance based orientations to helping. Additionally, Charlie has an interest in leadership development and performance enhancement for student athletes as well as non-athletes.
Aaron Ferguson began as the Director of Disability Support and Student Accommodation Services in the summer of 2011. He holds a Masters of Education in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of Vermont and has worked in disability services since 2003. Aaron’s professional background includes experience as an academic coach and advisor, disability counselor, outdoor education specialist, and rowing coach. His work with faculty and students focuses specifically on incorporating experiential modalities and elements of Universal Course Design.
Erica Tolles began working at the SDCC in 2008 and took on the role as Coordinator of Alcohol and Drug Programming in 2010. She received her degree in counseling from Assumption College with a concentration in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Her clinical approach is also influenced by mindfulness, acceptance, and internal family systems. Erica's professional background includes clinical work in community mental health and substance abuse treatment, as well as, higher education experience in student activities. In addition, Erica’s areas of clinical interest include interpersonal relationships, sexuality, and recovery.
Julie Glovin received her Masters in Social Work degree with a specialization in clinical work from Boston University in 1999. Her counseling background includes working in a private practice and at a community mental health center. Julie has a clinical expertise in using cognitive behavioral therapy to help those dealing with anxiety and depression. Additionally, Julie has an interest in assisting students coping with loss and grief, life transitions, family stressors, and personal growth and development.
Matt Barry joined the staff as the Outreach Coordinator in 2010, but previously worked at the SDCC as a clinical intern for the 2008-2009 academic year. Matt holds an M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Boston College. He has interests in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, gender (particularly men’s issues and masculinity), and issues of social justice such as racism and homophobia.
Sabrina Rebecchi joined the staff as a counselor for the SDCC in fall of 2011, but previously worked as a clinical intern for the 2010-2011 academic year. Sabrina holds a M.A. in Counseling Psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology. Her clinical approach is influenced by mindfulness, acceptance and self-compassion. Her interests include, but are not limited to expressive therapies such as dance and art, self-compassion and personal growth, coping with grief and loss, body image, family stressors and life transitions.
TJ Dinsmore is a graduate counseling intern pursuing a M.A. in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine through the Boston University School of Medicine. His clinical background includes work in residential community mental health, outreach, and triage-based programs. Areas of his clinical interest include anxiety and stress, behavioral medicine, the importance of finding personal meaning in life, and interpersonal/relationship development. Informed by curiosity and exploration, TJ’s clinical approach is based on humanistic and dynamic perspectives. He is also an enormous fan of the Boston Red Sox.
Jamie Salacup is entering her final year at Lesley University, pursuing her Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling. She has worked with adolescents and adults with various disabilities in school/ recreational settings as well as supporting community integration for individuals with severe mental illness. Her clinical interests include relationship to self and others, body image, grief, addiction, self care and stress management. Jamie's approach to counseling is as eclectic as those she works with, integrating various modalities for expression and connection.
Deborah Bordage has worked at SDCC as an Office Services Coordinator since August 2007 and has recently joined the Office of Disability Services which is now housed in the West Street House. She is responsible for setting up appointments and greeting students. Debbie recently graduated with her Master's degree in School Counseling. She cares deeply for the students and wants to see them all succeed.
Julie Mitchell is new to WPI in the 2011-2012 academic year. She has taken on the role of Exam Proctoring Center Coordinator, assisting students with classroom and testing accommodations. Julie graduated from the University of Metaphysical Sciences in 2009, and is currently working towards her Master’s degree in Holistic Counseling. She currently teaches classes in Meditation, Energy Work and works closely with clients in the areas of Stress Reduction, and creating balance of Mind, Body and Spirit.
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