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Keeping Kids in Schools: How School Psychologists Can Help
Dr. Elana Wolkoff, Associate Professor of School Psychology at William James College, has researched and addressed chronic absenteeism throughout her career. Wolkoff shares her expertise on why chronic absenteeism occurs and how school psychologists, teachers, and administrators can work together to...
Introducing the Haitian Mental Health Network
The Haitian Mental Health Network serves as a vital bridge, connecting Haitian individuals and families with the mental health support they need while promoting culturally sensitive practices within the broader mental health landscape.
BHSC Partner Spotlight: Q&A with Tara Sagor, Senior Director of Training & Development, Justice Resource Institute
JRI and William James College share similar core values: trauma-informed practice, social justice, community-based care, and a commitment to workforce development and underserved and marginalized populations. We saw a partner who understands the complexity of our clients’ lived experiences and the...
Turning Conflict into Connection: Isabelle Morley PsyD on Building, Repairing, and Sustaining Relationships
For close to a decade, Isabelle Morley, PsyD, has been helping folks turn conflict into connection. As an undergrad, the Peace and Justice Studies major was determined to pursue a career in law or psychology; being introduced to William James College solidified her path. Morley’s passion for working...
Building a (Clinical) Foundation in the Field
Charting the Field Education Journey for Students in the Clinical Psychology PsyD Program. Matching Clinical PsyD students with hands-on learning and training opportunities is a perennial task for Mary Ann Mullin, PhD, and her colleagues in Clinical Field Education. As Director of the College’s largest...
Spotlight on the Center for Crisis Response and Behavioral Health
An Intensive Training Model for Law Enforcement and Mental Health Professionals. “Providing the skills needed to identify, manage, and de-escalate situations involving persons in crisis is our focus,” says Sarah E. Abbott, PhD, Director of the Center for Crisis Response and Behavioral Health, sharing...
Assistant Professor Antoine M. Salvador, PsyD, Tapped for City’s Black Men and Boys Commission
Advancing equity, opportunity, and empowerment among historically underserved groups is a top priority for Antoine M. Salvador, PsyD, Assistant Professor, Counseling and Behavioral Health Department. The Lynn native and 2017 graduate of the PsyD in Clinical Psychology program was recently appointed to...
Dual Scholar Speaks Out on Leading With Invisible Disabilities
Emily Rose finds deep purpose in advocating for others. Having been raised in the foster care system without a consistent advocate of her own, pursuing a college degree was once out of reach. Barriers including undiagnosed chronic health conditions coupled with the cost of living forced Rose to choose...
Faculty Spotlight: Gentle Parenting Shapes a Professional Path for Katie Thomas, MS, LMHC
Growing up on Cape Cod with educators for parents gave Katie Thomas, MS, LMHC a unique perspective on summer vacation. Given there were caregivers home during the day, attending camp didn’t make good financial sense for the family—so their youngest child got creative. “In the summer of 1998, I...
Major Milestone: Center for Workforce Development Graduates Largest Class to Date
On Friday, May 30th, 85 individuals received certificates of completion in five different career ladder programs during the 2025 Center for Workforce Development (CWD) graduation. Aimed at introducing young professionals to careers in behavioral health and offering established professionals opportunities...
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