Counseling Staff
Crystal Primeau McLeod, MA, LLP, LLPC
- Director, Center for Student Mental Health and Well-being
- Limited License Psychologist
- cpmcleod@mtu.edu
- Administration Building 301
Education
Masters in Clinical Psychology, Appalachian State University
Kerri Gilbertson, LMSW-C, CT
- Assistant Director for Clinical Services and Training
- kbmayra@mtu.edu
- Administration Building 301
Education
Masters of Social Work, University of Maine
Sarah Woodruff, CRC, LPC
- Assistant Director of Outreach
- Adjunct Instructor for Psychology and Human Factors
- smwoodru@mtu.edu
- Administration Building 301
- Member of MTU's Advisory Council on Student Well-being
Education
Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling, University of Arkansas
Kelli Garrison, LMSW-C
- Clinical Counselor
- kgarriso@mtu.edu
- Administration Building 301
Education
Masters of Social Work, Michigan State University
Jim Grider, LMSW-C
- Embedded Counselor in Residence Education and Housing Services
- Adjunct Instructor for Psychology and Human Factors
- jgrider@mtu.edu
- Wadsworth Hall 124W
Education
Masters of Social Work, Simmons University
Emily Lawrence, BSN, RN
- Triage/Crisis Care Counselor
- erlawren@mtu.edu
- Administration Building 301
Education
BS, Nursing, Finlandia University
Lisa Meyer, MSN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
- Nurse Practitioner
- lmeyer@mtu.edu
- Administration Building 301
Education
MS, Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Post-Masters Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Saginaw Valley State University
Amanda Schwass, LMSW-C
- Clinical Counselor
- Adjunct Instructor for Psychology and Human Factors
- aschwass@mtu.edu
- Administration Building 301
Education
Masters of Social Work, Aurora University
Jen Wall, LLC, NCC
- Clinical Counselor
- Adjunct Instructor for Psychology and Human Factors
- jenwall@mtu.edu
- Administration Building 301
Education
- Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Bellevue University
Support and Outreach Staff
Austin Andrus
- Clinic Operations Coordinator
- abandrus@mtu.edu
- Administration Building 301
Education
BS, Geological Engineering, Michigan Technological University
MS, Geology and Water Resources, University of Wyoming
Hannah Bershing
- Student Wellness Coordinator
- hbershin@mtu.edu
- Alumni House 201
Education
BS, Psychology, Michigan Technological University
MBA, Public Policy, Michigan Technological University
Briana Braden
- Senior Administrative Aide
- bbraden@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2668
- Academic Office Building 100
Josh Carlson
- Outreach and Prevention Coordinator
- joshuaca@mtu.edu
- Alumni House 205
Professional Interests
Mental Health and Wellness Promotion, Peer Support and Mentorship, Student Engagement and Outreach, Program Development and Evaluation
Education
BS, Kinesiology, Grand Valley State University
MPH, Behavioral and Community Health, University of Maryland
Student Staff
Katie Bugbee
- Senior Peer Health Ambassador
- Major: Systems Engineering
- Minor: Business
- Extracurriculars: Society of Women Engineers, Undergraduate Engineering Research Student
- Personal Self-Care/Well-Being Strategies: Spending time outdoors, crafting, journaling, listening to music.
Why They Joined the CSMHW Team
I'm passionate about promoting mental health and wellbeing in new environments and teaching others the role that mental wellbeing plays in our overall health.
Alexa Hoogenboom
- Peer Health Ambassador, QPR Certified
- MBA Student
- Extracurriculars: American Marketing Association, Women in Management, Well-being Advocates
- Personal Self-Care/Well-being Strategies: Intentionally stepping back to recharge by prioritizing alone time.
Why They Joined The CSMHW Team
Lived experience in understanding the importance of maintaining good mental health and well-being. Excited to help those living with mental illness to feel less isolated.
Amelia Kozak
- Peer Health Ambassador
- Major: Clinical/Counseling Psychology
- Minor: Business
- Extracurriculars: Euchre and Baking
- Personal Self-Care/Well-being Strategies: Baking and Floral Organizing (when stressed)
Why They Joined the CSMHW Team
I think this will be a great opportunity to be put more into the psychology field and figure out closer what I would like to do in this field.
Fareeda Mahmoud
- Substance Misuse Outreach Ambassador
Natalie Mliswa
- Peer Support Community Leader
- Major: M.S. in Sustainable Communities
Why They Joined The CSMHW Team
I joined CSMHW to support student mental health through peer-led, recovery-oriented approaches that reduce stigma, promote healthy coping mechanisms, and help students navigate academic and life pressures in a supportive environment.
Abby Radulski
- Senior Peer Health Ambassador, QPR Certified
- Major: Psychology
- Minor: Public Health
- Extracurriculars: Women's Club Volleyball
- Personal Self-Care/Well-being Strategies: Exercising, hiking, rock collecting, meditating
Why They Joined the CSMHW Team
Wants to be a helpful resource to peers and encourage overall health and well-being for students.
Kiera Roy
- Peer Health Ambassador
- Major: Civil Engineering
- Minor: Surveying
- Extracurriculars: Society of Women Engineers
-
Personal Self Care/Well-Being Strategies: Journaling, walking/hiking
Why They Joined the CSMHW Team
I joined the CSMHW Team to connect with the student body and do my best to help the people in our community!
Ben Szydlowski
- Peer Health Ambassador
- Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Extracurriculars: MUB board, Engineering Ambassadors, and Mind Trekkers
- Person Self-Care/Wall-being Strategies: Reading new books, listening to music, spending time with friends, and going on runs and walks!
Why They Joined the CSMHW Team
I’m passionate about mental health and well-being, and I want to help reduce the stigma surrounding these issues. I believe they’re especially important during the college years, and I’m committed to supporting a campus culture where students feel comfortable seeking help and supporting one another.
Yuki Togashi
- Peer Health Ambassador
- Major: Clinical/Counseling Psychology
- Minors: Spanish, Sound
- Extracurriculars: Huskies Pep Band, Dance Team at Michigan Tech, Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers
- Personal Self-Care/Well-Being Strategies: Exercise, sleeping (naps!), writing, planning time for myself
Why They Joined the CSMHW Team
I desire to help support student mental health, promote well-being throughout campus, and connect peers to available resources.