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From Newton to San Juan: Lucero Latino Mental Health Program Scholars Shine on a National Stage
In mid-October, when the annual conference of the National Latinx Psychological Association (NLPA) commenced in San Juan, Puerto Rico, William James College was well represented. In total, eleven current students and one recent graduate made the 1,600-mile trip due south to present slivers of their scholarly work via five poster presentations accepted from a pool of juried submissions. Following the group’s return to New England, a pair of conference participants shone a spotlight on the unique mental health needs of the Latino community and how William James College is working to meet them.
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William James College to Launch Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology in Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) and its Academic Affairs and Student Success Committee (AASSC) has authorized William James College (WJC) to offer an in-person Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology program in Rhode Island. The program will be based at the Roger...
Partner Spotlight: Autism Allies
Autism Allies is an insurance funded organization that provides services in applied behavior analysis to individuals diagnosed with autism and Down syndrome. At Autism Allies, our mission is anchored in a simple but powerful philosophy: "We think progress." Achieving true progress, however, requires...
Three Lives of Impact, One Uncommon Honor: The Stories Behind Commencement's Honorary Degree Recipients
William James College celebrated Commencement on Sunday, June 14, 2026. This year’s honorary degree recipients, chosen for enduring impact in their respective fields, include a business leader and philanthropist; a psychologist and expert in behavioral health workforce development; and an attorney...
How Father Figures Can Support Emerging Adult Men’s Mental Health All Year Long
Father's Day often shines a spotlight on dads' roles during childhood—coaching sports teams, helping with homework, and teaching life lessons. But the influence of father figures doesn't end with adolescence. Emerging adulthood, broadly defined as the period between ages 16 and 29, is marked by major...
When Purpose Calls: A Career Change Rooted in Connection
Few folks understand the power of a well-timed pivot quite like Nicola Hassapis, MA. After building a successful career in communications and content creation, the 2026 graduate of the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program charted a new course—one focused on helping others navigate their...
Partner Spotlight: The NEEDS Center
The NEEDS Center’s mission is to provide education, training and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to assist them to live as independently as possible. Their philosophy is rooted in the tenets of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Positive Behavior Support (PBS). Partnering with...
7 Reasons We Love Boston (and why you should too!)
Whether you're living, working, or just exploring Boston, there is so much to enjoy. Here are our top seven reasons why we love Boston, plus some fun facts and recommendations on things to do in the city.
Why Men’s Mental Health Matters
Between dads and grads, June arrives wrapped in celebration—but there’s another observance woven into the month that deserves just as much attention: Men’s Mental Health Awareness. In communities across the country, it’s a conversation that often unfolds quietly if it happens at all. Men’s...
Connections that Build Careers: The Power of Field Experience to Pave Professional Pathways
Using the principles of psychology and behavior to drive positive, lasting change across organizations was not always in the cards for Chelsea E. White, MA. While historically drawn to psychology, an early-career stint spent working as a mental health case manager made it clear that a clinical path was...
William James College Announces Dr. Nicholas A. Covino Will Step Down as President After Nearly 25 Years of Transformational Leadership
Nicholas A. Covino, PsyD, who transformed William James College from a small graduate psychology school into a College dedicated to advancing mental health and access to care, announced today that he will step down as President after nearly 25 years of leadership. Dr. Covino will continue to serve as...
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