Shantel is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State. She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from St. John Fisher University. Throughout her career, Shantel has continuously worked with students ranging from middle school through college age. Shantel appreciates the unique challenges that come with being a college student and helping students to navigate those.

Shantel enjoys working with students who come from marginalized backgrounds including students who identify as ALANA, LGBTQIA+, International, and D/deaf and/or Hard-of-Hearing. Shantel understands how the intersectionality of multiple identities creates unique experiences for people. Clinical interests include identity development, phases of life, self-esteem, and relationship issues. Besides for providing individual therapy, Shantel also co-facilitates the weekly support group, EmpowHER, for Black women identifying students.

Outside of work, Shantel loves to spend quality time with her family, and try new activities together. Shantel also likes to read and listen to podcasts.

Provides therapy in: Spoken English