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Who we are....

The Counseling Center consists of behavioral health professionals who can assist you with short-term, individual and vocational counseling, relaxation training, and referral assistance. We also serve as a resource to students seeking help for a friend, and for faculty and staff seeking information on how to refer a student for assistance.

Diana R. Piperata, PhD, Director
215-637-7700, ext. 3232
dpiperata@holyfamily.edu

Counseling Center Diana received both her master of arts in Psychology and doctorate degree in Clinical and Health Psychology from MCP Hahnemann University in Philadelphia. She received her bachelor of arts in Psychology from Temple University and studied at Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY, specializing in child development psychology. She has experience working with university students and expertise working in the mental health and substance abuse prevention and treatment fields with young children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and families.

Diana's theoretical orientation is influenced by cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic approaches to counseling. She is a current member of the American Psychological Association, PA College Counselor’s Association, and Consortium of Small College Counseling Centers. Diana has served as a member of various school and community-focused service groups, including: Department of Health Bureau of Drug & Alcohol Abuse Programs SAP Guideline Committee; Safe & Drug Free Schools Program Evaluation Committee; Philadelphia County Children's Safety Initiative; and NYC Taskforce Against Sexual Assault. She is a trained Behavioral Health (MH/D&A) SAP assessor and Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) alcohol misuse prevention trainer. Diana is also commissioned as a catechist for St. Katherine of Siena parish and volunteers as a soccer coach for the Philadelphia Department of Recreation and Archdiocese CYO programs.

Zoe Ann Gingold, MA, Disability Coordinator
Counseling Center Staff 215-637-7700, ext. 3231
zgingold@holyfamily.edu

Zoe received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Delaware and her Master of Arts degree in Education from Rosemont College. She worked for the U.S. Department of Education for many years in the Office for Civil Rights. Her experience includes knowledge of discrimination laws with respect to educational institutions, with an expertise in disability services. At Holy Family, Zoe works with students who are eligible to receive services under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Zoe chairs the Holy Family University Disability Eligibility Committee and periodically provides on-campus disability awareness, as well as harassment and civil rights training for faculty and staff.

Heather Fleisch, MS, Professional Counselor
215-637-7700, ext. 3572
hfleisch@holyfamily.edu

Heather received her Bachelor of Art Degree in Elementary Education from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania and her Master of Science Degree in Counseling Psychology, Student Affairs, from Holy Family University. Prior to obtaining her graduate degree, Heather served as an intern student at the Holy Family Counseling Center and has worked with students of the Summer Bridge Program at Temple University. Heather is a current member of the American Counseling Association (ACA). Heather is responsible for consultation, individual and group counseling, and Residence Life staff support, as well as designing and implementing workshops for the Holy Family community. Heather’s office is located in the Campus Center, CC223.

Cindy Bienenfeld, Graduate Student Intern
Counseling Center Staff cbienenfeld@holyfamily.edu

Cindy Bienenfeld received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Maryland. Her nursing experience includes time spent as a postpartum nurse and a lactation consultant where she counseled women and conducted in-service seminars in breastfeeding practices. Cindy holds a graduate certificate in Sports Counseling from the California University of Pennsylvania and is a current member of the American College Counseling Association (ACCA), The National Association of Academic Advisors for Athletics (N4A), and The American College Health Association (ACHA). Cindy was the graduate intern at the Counseling Center for the 2010-2011 academic year, and is returning for the 2011 fall semester to complete her training in pursuit of the Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology at Holy Family University. Upon completion of her degree, Cindy plans to pursue counseling in higher education with an interest in collegiate athletes. During the Fall 2011 semester, Cindy’s office is located in NEB 201, and she will be focusing primarily on consultation, education, and intervention with students studying in the Nursing Program.

Where we are....

The Counseling Center & Disability Services Office is located on the second floor of the Campus Center in Rooms 220-223. To schedule an appointment, call the Counseling Center and Disability Services office at: 215-637-7700, ext. 3232 or ext. 3231, or stop in to make an appointment. Please do not e-mail emergency contacts or requests for appointments, as e-mail communications may not be reviewed daily and are not guaranteed confidentiality.

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