Summer
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 to 4:30
CONFIDENTIALITY
Counseling Services are confidential and
not part of your official college record.
Disclosure of information about your
contacts with us to anyone outside the
center requires your prior consent.
Exceptions to maintaining confidentiality
occur only if you pose a clear danger to
yourself or others, in reporting child or
elder abuse as mandated by law, or if your
records are subpoenaed.
Schedule AN APPOINTMENT
You may call or visit our office to schedule
an appointment.
Same day emergency appointments are available.
Hours
Academic Year
Monday – Friday, 8:30 to 5:00
Friday – 8:00 to 4:00
EMERGENCIES
For emergencies during regular office hours
between 8:30 - 5:00, contact 845-575-3314
or visit our office (SC 352). Immediately tell
the receptionist the nature of the emergency
and a counselor will speak with you directly.
For emergencies in the evening or on
weekends, contact Campus Safety and
Security, 845-471-1822 or x2282. Security
will contact our on-call counselor who will
assist you.
Marist
Office of
Counseling
Services
Additional Emergency Resources
St. Francis Hospital Emergency Room,
241 North Rd., Poughkeepsie
845-471-2000
Dutchess County Department of Mental
Hygiene Helpline 845-485-9700
Evening hours available, by appointment
Rape Crisis Hotline 845-452-7272
only
Grace Smith Domestic Violence Hotline:
for physical, emotional, psychological, and
financial abuse-related concerns. 845-4713033
Counseling Services
Student Center, Room 352
Tel 845-575-3314
Fax: 845-575-3275
For more information go to
www.marist.edu/counseling/
The Marist College Office of
Counseling Services is part of the
Division of Student Affairs. Located in
the Health and Wellness Center in the
Student Center, we offer an array of
counseling services, workshops and
trainings to the Marist community to
promote emotional well-being, healthy
choices and personal growth.
The journey of 1000 miles begins with a single step.
- Lao Tzu
Our SERVICES are provided at no cost
•Individual Counseling Students typically see
a counselor for a few one-to-one sessions.
For some problems, even a single session can
be helpful. Counseling focuses on problem
solving and bolstering skills to negotiate
personal challenges successfully.
•Group Counseling/Support Groups Many
problems such as anxiety, relationship conflicts,
eating issues and loss can be addressed in a
group setting. Groups are facilitated by one of
our counselors and are completely confidential.
Duration and types of groups may vary each
semester.
•Workshops and Trainings for students,
faculty and staff Programs address topical
issues geared to the interests and needs of
the Marist Community. You do not need to be
in counseling to participate. Recent offerings
include mindfulness meditation, healthy eating,
enhancing self-care, men’s health and wellness,
and Tai Chi. Please feel free to contact us if you
would like to arrange for a particular workshop
or training.
•Referrals Some students prefer to receive
counseling or medication services in the
community. We can assist with referrals to
off-campus resources. Contact us for more
information.
•Consultations We provide consultations to
students, faculty, staff and families who may be
concerned about a student. Call us to discuss or
schedule an appointment.
MEET THE STAFF
•Psychiatric Medication and Consultation
Services Students requiring medication may
see our psychiatrist for a medication evaluation
and short term management. Students are
encouraged to transition their care to off
campus providers for longer term follow up.
SOME COMMON STUDENT CONCERNS
• Stress | Anxiety | Depression/Mood Swings
• Sleep Difficulties
• Suicidal Thoughts
• Alcohol/Drug Use
• Eating/Body Image Concerns
• Adjustment/Homesickness
Our counseling staff consists of licensed
psychologists, clinical social workers, a psychiatrist
and consulting nutritionist. We have extensive
experience working with students of diverse ages
and backgrounds, and are committed to providing
culturally-sensitive services.
Naomi Ferleger, Ph.D., Director
Allison Friedman, LCSW, ACSW
Andrea Pesavento, LCSW
Matt Spitzer, LCSW
Janine Fitzmaurice, LCSW
• Conflict with friends/roommate(s)
• Relationship Issues
• Self-Esteem
• Family Issues
Michael Manza, LCSW
Jenny Colman, MD, Psychiatrist
• Grief/Loss
Evelyn Gezo, MS, RD, CDN,
• Sexual Concerns
• Recovery from Sexual/Physical abuse/assault
• Academic Issues | Career Concerns
• Religious Issues
• Medication
Consulting Nutritionist