Tenika earned her Bachelor of Science in May 2016 at Western Connecticut State University. She joined Wesleyan in 2016 as a Public Safety officer, where she developed an enthusiasm for the Wesleyan community. Throughout her career, Tenika has also worked as a 911 Dispatcher and a Social Worker for The Department of Children and Families. She has a strong sense of community and has been part of the Middletown community her whole life. Wesleyan has always been like home to her.

In January 2022, Tenika joined Counseling and Psychology Services (CAPS) as a Case Manager and is very excited to be a part of the team. She is passionate about establishing and maintaining relationships with University staff/faculty, students, and community providers. In this role, she hopes to work with her colleagues to bring a positive light to the importance of mental health and meet the individual needs of each student.

When not working at CAPS, Tenika enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, reading fiction, listening to music, and learning new recipes.

Dr. D'Andrea is a licensed clinical psychologist who has served as the director of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) since June 2011. She earned her Ph.D. from Fordham University in 2003 and completed her postdoctoral specialization at Yale University Medical School. She also has a Master of Education from Boston College and a BA from College of the Holy Cross. Dr. D'Andrea focused her clinical training in the treatment of serious mental illness, the early detection and prevention of psychotic spectrum disorders, and the cognitive-behavioral treatment of borderline personality disorder. Following completion of her postdoctoral training, she served as the clinical director of a residential treatment facility for adolescent girls, and she spent several years working in a child and adolescent psychiatric hospital in both direct clinical and management capacities. In these arenas, her areas of clinical concentration have included psychotherapy with LGBTQ+ adolescents and survivors of chronic trauma. At Wesleyan CAPS, Dr. D’Andrea initiated and leads the WESupport workshop series and student group, which prepares students to be peer mental health advocates.  When not at CAPS, Dr. D’Andrea enjoys rollerskating with her twin daughters, reading fiction, gardening, and hiking in the national parks.

Allisia Green is a Licensed Professional Counselor who joined the Counseling and Psychological Services team in March 2023. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT in 2012 and then earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Bay Path University in 2016.

Much of Allisia’s experience has been working with the adolescent and emerging adult population both in individual outpatient and acute care settings, such as extended day treatment and partial hospitalization programs. Allisia takes a person-centered approach really working to meet each student where they are at and working collaboratively to create the best solution focused plan to reach a sense of accomplishment and establishing a sense of purpose. Some areas of specialty for Allisia include working through adjustment to life changes, relationships, self-esteem, and trauma. Allisia is certified in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TFCBT) where she has been able to apply and adapt strategies to support the emerging adult population.

In her free time, Allisia enjoys spending time with her family and exploring and trying new foods and restaurants.

I am originally from Connecticut and received my PsyD in Clinical Psychology at the University of Hartford.  I have provided therapy and outreach in college counseling settings throughout my training, and I have a developed a special interest in working with ADHD concerns and students who identify as neurodivergent. 

In therapy, I aim to help you understand your stressors and use your strengths to navigate difficult life transitions and develop healthy and effective coping skills.  I use psychodynamic and interpersonal process approaches to explore your relationships to yourself, others, thoughts, and emotions.  I also enjoy integrating other strategies and skills such as mindfulness, values explorations, self-compassion, and acceptance.  I believe our relationship is the most important and effective tool in therapy, and I aim to be my authentic self while meeting with you.  I value warmth, genuineness, openness, collaboration, and empathic listening throughout treatment to help you feel connected and empowered.  Humor is also a welcome friend in therapy with me when appropriate.

Outside of work, I enjoy playing video games (especially Zelda, Metroid, Smash Bros, etc.), drawing, watching Marvel and Star Wars movies and shows, playing with my small but energized dog named Astro, and keeping up with the running meme chats I have with my wife and friends.

Aleksandra Kinard is a psychiatric mental-health nurse practitioner at Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). She earned her masters degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing from Yale University and her BSN from Quinnipiac University. Aleksandra completed her internship at Yale Child Study Center, focusing on developmental psychiatry. In her early career, she worked with high-risk children and adolescents as well as adults struggling with substance use. She has also spent over 4 years working with the underserved population in Middletown. In addition to clinical work, Aleksandra Kinard precepted Yale graduate students and taught nurse practitioner residents specializing in psychiatry and family practice. Areas of specialty include complex trauma, developmental psychiatry, anxiety, and depression. In her work, Aleksandra integrates biological, psychological, and socioeconomic factors to understand an individual’s health. As a former international student, she is familiar with the unique needs of that population.  

When not in CAPS, she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, skiing, and exploring new places.

Dr. Powers is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who joined the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) team in March 2019, taking on the athletic liaison role in 2025. She earned her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from the University of Connecticut in 2007, and both her Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy and Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Central Connecticut State University. She is an American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) Approved Supervisor.

Dr. Powers has a wide range of experience, beginning her career working with children and families, to adults involved in the judicial court system with mental illness and substance use. She began teaching masters-level MFT students at her alma mater, CCSU, and currently teaches at Middlesex Community College. This fulfills her passion for academia, as well as helping students find themselves and internally grow during this very transitional time in their lives.

Dr. Powers specializes in all relationships: intimate, family, peers, occupational, and has completed Level I and Level II in Couple’s Therapy with The Gottman Institute. She works closely with her clients to increase awareness of how their family history and norms contribute to their current behaviors, interaction styles, internal conflict and symptoms. She believes how we learn to relate to ourselves and others can impact our mood, mental health, and overall functioning. Sarah has completed Level I and Level II of Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, which is the foundation of her clinical work, providing clients with a frame to better understanding our “true” selves, gain control over emotions, and increase motivation.

When not working, Dr. Powers is coaching, training, and participating in CrossFit competitions, enjoying writing, running, and spending time with family and friends.

Neal Sardana is a Licensed Professional Counselor who joined Wesleyan CAPS in 2017.   He received a Master of Science in Counseling with a specialization in Career Counseling and an emphasis in College Student Development from San Francisco State University.  He has experience in college mental health as a therapist, instructor, consultant, group facilitator, and a social justice advocate.  Neal currently serves as CAPS liaison for Graduate Studies and The Gordon Career Center.  He also collaborates with CAPS staff and The Resources Center to co-facilitate support spaces for BIPOC (Black Indigenous People of Color) and FGLI (First Generation Limited Income) students. 

One area of special interest for Neal is career development. Neal understands career development is complex. Career choices can be influenced by our mental health, interests, values, personality, exposure to experiences, identity, and family/societal expectations. He utilizes a holistic, strength based, collaborative approach to help students navigate their career exploration and search process.  

Other counseling topics Neal is interested in are: identity development, marginalization and privilege, adjustment into and out of college, personal and romantic relationships, cultural expectations, and toxic masculinity. Neal is very excited to meet and hear the stories of Wesleyan students.  In his free time, he enjoys cooking, tarot card reading, watching sports, and drinking lots of tea.   

Priya is a psychotherapist, sex therapist and sex educator. She joined the Counseling and Psychological Services team in 2018. Priya completed a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Assumption University, with certificates of study in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. They completed a 2-year Holistic Sex Therapy training program to become an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.

Priya is a polyamory, non-monogamy, kink and LGBTQIA+ aware therapist. Priya recognizes the curiosities and interests of students within these areas—especially the complexity of emotions that can come up as students explore (or not) during their time at Wesleyan. She works closely with the health education office, WesWell, to support  those affected by intimate partner violence or sexual violence.

Priya's work takes a social justice, trauma-informed and relational approach. She aims to help students navigate barriers to change; within themselves, their relationships and within the broader systems they are a part of.  During sessions non-judgmental and collaborative space is created to explore this intersectionality and its context to a student's mental health and well-being.

Outside of Wesleyan, Priya enjoys family time, hiking, farming, flea markets and cooking.

Ginnie Taylor is a licensed clinical psychologist and the associate director at CAPS. She earned her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Kent State University and her BA in psychology from Princeton University. Dr. Taylor completed her pre-doctoral internship at a community mental health center and her postdoctoral specialization in the adult psychiatry department at a medical center, both located in central California. Across outpatient clinic settings and private practice, Dr. Taylor has developed a special clinical interest in helping people overcome eating concerns and develop a more peaceful and accepting body image. She participates in the Eating Concerns Care Team in collaboration with our Davison health center physician and registered dietician to provide multi-disciplinary care for students struggling with disordered eating, and runs the Attuned Eating skills based group at CAPS. 

Ginnie approaches her work with all students from a strengths-based, relational, and affirming approach that strives to assist students in appreciating and respecting how they got to the place they are while getting to the place they'd like to be. She utilizes an integrative approach to psychotherapy, primarily drawing from mindfulness-based cognitive behavior therapy (MB-CBT) and interpersonal therapy (IPT), and adapts her approach and pace in collaboration with students' individual needs and preferences. 

When not at CAPS, and not watching movies, Ginnie enjoys kicking a ball around and walking through the woods with her kids. 

Sarah earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Adelphi University's Derner School of Psychology. She previously trained in hospitals, college counseling centers, and a psychoanalytic institute and has worked with a range of populations in these settings. Most recently, Sarah completed her clinical internship at Pace University's Counseling Center. 

Sarah believes that therapy offers the opportunity for individuals to engage with their mind, history, and relationships in new--and sometimes challenging--ways. She practices from an integrative perspective that is largely informed by psychodynamic, interpersonal and person-centered traditions. Most importantly, however, Sarah believes in attending closely to the individuality of each patient in identifying an approach that works best for them. 

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new places, and cooking/eating delicious food.

I am a third-year Clinical Mental Health Counseling master’s student at Central Connecticut State University, where I also earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychological Science. My role as a Graduate Assistant in the Academic Center for Student Athletes sparked my passion for supporting college students as they navigate higher education, personal growth, and emerging adulthood.

My counseling approach is rooted in person-centered and strengths-based principles. I strive to create a warm, inclusive space where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered while honoring the unique experiences and perspectives that shape who they are and how they view the world.

I am an MSW candidate at Smith College School for Social work, where I have completed my second year of course work. I come to social work as a career changer after a long career as a lawyer. 

Among my interests are how one's sense of inclusion and belonging impact mental health, especially on college campuses. I am also interested in how larger systems impact the well being of community members of all identities. Most importantly, I aspire to bring curiosity, and an open heart and mind to our work together.

Outside of work, I love to travel, hike and play word games.

Caroline is a doctoral student at the University of Hartford, completing practicum at Wesleyan Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) for the 2026-2027 school year—supervised by Dr. Kaminsky. She earned her BA in Psychology at Connecticut College, and her MA in Clinical Practices from the University of Hartford will be conferred in September of 2026. Prior to joining the CAPS team, Caroline trained at the University of Connecticut’s Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic—where she gained experience providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as working with children and emerging adults.

Outside of school and practicum, Caroline enjoys listening to music, playing video games, and spending time with friends.

Daniel Morocho is a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner student at Yale School of Nursing. Originally from Ecuador, Daniel immigrated to the United States as a child and has spent much of his life in Connecticut. He began his nursing career in medical-surgical nursing before spending approximately four years in emergency nursing, where caring for individuals through chronic illness, medical and psychiatric emergencies, trauma, substance use, and end-of-life care fostered his interest in the relationship between suffering, resilience, meaning, and mental health. He has since worked in community health settings and is excited to continue his clinical training at Wesleyan CAPS.

Daniel is particularly interested in emerging adulthood and developmental transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, and substance use. His developing approach to psychiatric care emphasizes understanding the whole person rather than reducing an individual to a diagnosis or collection of symptoms. He is interested in how biological, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual dimensions interact in mental health and believes in the inherent dignity of every person. Daniel hopes to integrate evidence-based psychopharmacology and psychotherapy while remaining attentive to each person’s experiences, relationships, culture, values, beliefs, and sources of meaning.

Outside of clinical work and school, Daniel enjoys endurance sports, particularly running and triathlon, reading, spending time with family and friends, and being involved in his faith community.

Hi! My name is Mena Salama, and I am a third-year clinical psychology doctoral student at the University of Hartford. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences with a minor in Psychology at the University of Connecticut in 2023. Before beginning my doctoral training, I worked as a Mental Health Worker at Natchaug Hospital, where I provided support to individuals experiencing a widee range of acute mental health concerns. Throughout my clinical training, I have worked with diverse populations across a variety of settings. At the Community Health Center in Middletown, CT I worked with underserved populations, providing individual psychotherapy and co-facilitating a women's coping group focused on navigating and managing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and chronic health conditions. I was also part of the testing team at the Child Guidance Center in Stamford, CT where I conducted developmental assessments and worked with children and families to better understand neurodivergence and support their strengths.

My clinical interests include trauma, resilience, grief and loss, self-compassion, and the ways that culture and identity shape our experiences of mental health and well-being. I take a holistic, strength-based approach to therapy and strive to create a warm and collaborative space where everyone feels, heard, understood, and supported.

During my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, embroidering, and watching true crime documentaries

Hi there! I am originally from Sacramento, California and moved to Connecticut in 2019 to attend Yale College. I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology in 2024 and am currently a third-year clinical psychology doctoral student at the University of Hartford. I recently completed my first practicum training experience at Community Health Center’s Waterbury location, where I provided behavioral health services to both children and adults. I am stoked to begin working with college students!

In my approach to therapy, I recognize my position as trainee and view it as an opportunity to remain curious, open, and genuine in connecting with my clients. I operate from a person-centered lens, recognizing that clients are the experts on their own experiences and striving to offer unconditional positive regard. I believe the therapeutic alliance is at the heart of good therapy, and I prioritize building a strong relationship and creating a safe and supportive space for my clients. I also believe therapy should be individualized, and I am committed to tailoring my approach to each client’s unique needs and experiences.

Outside of my professional roles, I enjoy spending time with my fiancé and dog, lifting weights, watching anime, and cooking. I am also a proud daughter of Mexican immigrants and a Spanish speaker.