About Health Sciences Student Affairs

Sam Betty, M.Ed. he/him

Associate Director

Health Sciences Student Affairs

Tiffany Brooks

Administrative Coordinator

Health Sciences Student Affairs

Vanessa Contreras, M.Ed. she/her

Project Manager

Health Sciences Student Affairs

Alex Emery he/him

Maintenance Supervisor

University Village Apartments

Maria Esparza, MSW she/her

Senior Coordinator

Health Sciences Student Affairs

Katie Glathar

Coordinator

Health Sciences Student Affairs

Michael Harrington, MA he/him

Executive Director

Health Sciences Student Affairs

Katherine Larson she/her

Senior Accountant

Health Sciences Student Affairs

Francis Phan, M.Ed he/him

Communications Specialist

Health Sciences Student Affairs

Joe Schmidt he/him

Assistant Director

Health Sciences Student Affairs

Micayla Smith she/her

Events Coordinator

Health Sciences Student Union

Kate Stanton, MHR she/hers

Associate Vice President

Health Sciences Student Affairs & OU-Tulsa Student Affairs

Jim Weller he/him

Manager

University Village Apartments

Erin Yusko, M.A. she/her

Coordinator

Health Sciences Writing Center

Talia Brown-Wiebelt, Ph.D. she/her

Postdoctoral Fellow

HSC Student Counseling Services

Hi, I’m Talia, I am a post-doctoral fellow, with my PhD in Counseling Psychology from Oklahoma State University and I have been working with clients since 2018. I graduated with my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Notre Dame and love visiting during football season (GO IRISH). I enjoy working with the student population, as I can relate to some of the unique stressors in higher education. I primarily practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and also utilize Relational Cultural Theory in my work. When I am not seeing clients, you can find me on a yoga mat practicing hot yoga or pilates, with my spoiled rescue pups Oliver and Lilly, or on a plane heading to the beach!

Rhonda Chambers, M.A., LPC

Counselor

HSC Student Counseling Services

Welcome! You have come to the HSC Student Counseling Services website hoping for a change. It is a brave step in building the life you desire. As a licensed professional counselor, my goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental environment where everyone is accepted. I have experience with a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, adjusting to new life circumstances, and trauma. I primarily incorporate client-centered and cognitive-behavioral approaches, but I also draw on other evidence-based methods to find what works best for you. My academic journey includes a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Indiana University and a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health from Midwestern State University. As a military spouse for 26 years, I have developed a deep appreciation for different cultures and travel. In my free time, you can often find me playing pickleball, exploring new restaurants and coffee shops, or enjoying time outdoors.I am committed to helping you achieve your goals and find a path that feels right for you. You have come this far! If you are ready, take the next step by scheduling an appointment with me or one of our other counselors today. We look forward to meeting you!

Craig Cruzan, Ph.D. he/him

Director

HSC Student Counseling Services

While the science of psychology and counseling has been my primary focus, I also have specialized experience in crisis management, relationship counseling, and supervision/training (particularly from an ACT or interpersonal process perspective). My current endeavors for the HSC and OU-Tulsa campuses include developing the mental health services offered to students (via individual, group, and couples counseling, psychological assessment, wellness programming, and TAO) and collaborating with the colleges to continue to foster an atmosphere of wellness and student support on campus. I am passionate about working closely with students and I am happy to meet with students interested in engaging in the ongoing mental wellness needs of the student body. I received my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Oklahoma in 2016. Prior to taking on the role of Director at Student Counseling Services, I served as a staff counselor to the students on the Norman campus at the Goddard Counseling Center. My first experience with the HSC campus was during my time as a psychology intern in 2014 and I feel blessed to be able to return and serve the student body here once again!

Carmon Drumm, M.Ed., LPC, PMH-C she/hers

Assistant Director

HSC Student Counseling Services

I am deeply honored to work as a licensed professional counselor and hold great respect for the therapeutic relationship. I find it meaningful that, although much pain occurs in relationships, we can also find growth and healing within them. I have counseled individuals across various life stages and particularly enjoy working with the student population at OU Health Sciences. I am trained in therapy approaches such as Interpersonal Therapy and Gottman Relationship Counseling (L2). I also hold certifications in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Perinatal Mental Health Counseling (PMH-C). While I particularly enjoy providing counseling on these topics, I identify as a generalist therapist and am more than happy to support you in every matter. Before becoming a counselor, I taught English as a second language and worked for an educational online platform. The skills I developed in these roles are invaluable in my current position as Assistant Director. I oversee the wellness program for the health science campuses and regularly give presentations on a range of skills to support well-being. I value authenticity and strive to support and empower clients on their journeys. Thank you for considering inviting me to be a part of yours.

Camille Montano she/her

Administrative Support Specialist

HSC Student Counseling Services

It’s nice to meet you, I am the Counseling team’s Administrative Support Specialist and I help students on their wellness journey by scheduling them for counseling and handling any questions or requests they have. After graduating from Flagler College with a bachelor’s in Sociology I worked for the Continuing Medical Education department at Memorial Healthcare System. This experience gave me a love of helping others and of education administration so I’m happy to be of service to you while you work with the HSC Counselors! I know this process can be daunting, but I hope to be a person of safety and warmth that can make this journey a little easier for you.

Vi Nguyen, MHR, LPC-c

LPC Candidate

HSC Student Counseling Services

Hello! My name is Vi Nguyen and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPC-C). I grew up in Oklahoma City. I have earned my Bachelor’s in Sociology and Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Oklahoma. I’m a huge mental health advocate and resource advocate. During my short time in the mental health field, I worked with various age groups including, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem. It has been an honor to participate in the healing journeys of my clients. As a mental health professional, I strive to provide a safe space for all my clients seeking counseling. I believe that it is important to connect and build trust with my clients to foster a genuine and effective therapeutic relationship. I provide therapeutic services from a humanistic approach. Like Carl Rogers, I also believe that everyone has the ability to reach their fullest potential. When we are being seen, understood, and valued, it will give us the chance for growth. My therapeutic goal is to facilitate long-term personal change for my clients. During my free time, I spend it with my fiancé and our puppy. We tend to go out and try new restaurants or frequent our favorite local spots. I’m also a film buff, and I will always say yes to travel when opportunities are presented.

Garrett Prather, M.Ed., LPC-S he/him

Counselor

HSC Student Counseling Services

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to read a little bit about me and my role as a staff counselor here at OUHSC. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma and would go on to Auburn University to receive my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling where I would be taught evidenced based treatments which would shape the foundation of my counseling approach. My primary approach is structured in Cognitive Behavioral Theory or CBT but I also incorporate the philosophy of a Rogerian/Client Centered approach. These two structure allow me to provide the structure for therapy while providing a safe, non-judgmental, positive environment in the counseling office. A quote that both reflects this approach and wraps off this paragraph about me is “It is possible to commit no mistakes and still lose. That is not weakness, that is life.” ― Jean-Luc Picard (Star Trek: The Next Generation).

Catherine Tufariello, M.A., LPC-S she/her

Counselor

HSC Student Counseling Services

Hello, HSC students! My name is Catherine Tufariello, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I grew up in Buffalo, New York, where I acquired a permanent Western New York accent, a love of chicken wings with blue cheese dressing, and the indomitable hope of a Bills fan. In 2020 I earned an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University in Indiana, and I have worked as a full-time staff counselor at OUHSC since the spring of 2021. I love my job and feel very lucky to serve the needs of the student population here. Before becoming a counselor, I worked as a college literature and writing teacher (Ph.D. in English, Cornell University) and as an inpatient mental health nurse (ABSN, Valparaiso University). I integrate techniques and interventions from diverse counseling approaches in my work, depending on individual client needs. In general, my orientation is humanistic, relational, and existential. Common themes in my work with clients include building confidence and self-compassion, working through grief or trauma, honestly confronting obstacles to change, and moving toward a life of greater freedom and authenticity. One of my favorite therapy quotes is from Carl Rogers: "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change."

Micaela Lupov, PA-C

Physician Associate

Student Health Clinic

Steve Smith, M.D.

Medical Director

Student Health Clinic