Counseling Center Staff

Meghan received her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, her MS in counseling psychology from Northeastern University and her BS in psychology from William Smith College. She has worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, mental health counseling centers, and college counseling centers. Meghan’s clinical interests include the mindbody connection, anxiety, life transitions, the grief process, and stress management. She focuses on helping students increase self-awareness, develop strategies related to management and overall functioning, and improve life balance. Outside of work, Meghan enjoys spending time at the beach, New England road trips, and Barre/Yoga classes.

Andrew received his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, his MS/CAGS in school psychology from Northeastern University, and his BS in psychology from the University of Vermont. He has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including college counseling centers at Wellesley College and Roger Williams University. Andrew’s professional interests include trauma, grief, men’s issues, depression, relational issues, and sports psychology. In his free time, Andrew enjoys spending time with his friends and family, being active, traveling, and cheering for the New England Patriots.  

Alex earned his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology and his BA in psychology from Drew University. Alex’s therapeutic style emphasizes a collaborative, inclusive relationship wherein students are supported as they are challenged to build insight, develop strengths, and grow in pursuit of their most meaningful life. Alex has work experience at Wheaton College, Brandeis University, Northwestern University, Trinity College and Babson College. Alex’s clinical specialties include social anxiety & grief, as well as assisting students struggling to achieve a healthy relationship with Cannabis and other substances. In his free time Alex enjoys astronomy, board gaming and hockey.

Jeff earned his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from William James College (formally Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology) and his BA in psychology from University of Michigan. He has a wide range of clinical experiences ranging from elder services, VAs, community mental health, primary care consultation, outpatient, and college counseling. Prior to working at Bentley University, Jeff has also worked at MCHPS University, Roger Williams University, and Babson College. Jeff’s clinical style reinforces a collaborative approach and develops a treatment that is holistic and best suited to the student’s needs at the time. While grounded in the cognitive behavioral therapy approach, Jeff integrates other evidenced based approaches when suitable. Jeff’s clinical interests include depression and anxiety, relationships, identity development, emerging adulthood, and acculturation. In his spare time, Jeff pursues a myriad of personal interests including fishing, exercise/mixed martial arts, cooking, and e-sports.

Lauren Mirzakhalili is a clinical social worker with a B.A. in Psychology & Educational Studies from Swarthmore College and a master’s in social services from Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work & Social Research. Lauren has primarily worked at university counseling centers (University of Maryland, Baltimore County, University of Colorado Boulder, and University of the Arts). Her clinical interests include mindfulness, anxiety, and relationships. Lauren loves to dilly dally in nature, read, and spend time with loved ones

Tiffini received her BA at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and is currently a doctoral candidate at Antioch University New England. Her therapeutic style honors the therapeutic relationship, emphasizing collaboration, empowerment, and meaning-making. Grounded in relational-cultural theories, CBT, and DBT, Tiffini’s clinical interests include anxiety and depression, self-esteem, relationships, stress management, and identity development. Outside work, she enjoys listening to various music genres, such as Lofi, EDM, and pop; she also finds joy in adrenaline-seeking sports, like skydiving, and exploring different restaurants around New England.

Angie is a 4th year Ph.D. Student in the Clinical Psychology program at Suffolk University. She has a heavy diagnostic & neuropsychological assessment experience, and has had the pleasure of serving residential in-patient programs where she has done exposure therapy for OCD, as well as outpatient clinics for neuropsych testing, providing diagnostic clarity and recommendations for experiences ranging from ADHD, TBIs, Dementia, severe mental illness, and other psychiatric concerns. Angie's master's thesis centered around the role of social support during shared crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and has a strong interest in community-based mental healthcare. Currently, her professional interests center understanding how culture and social contexts impact the experience of emotion in underrepresented communities, cultural adaptations to interventions, and using acceptance-based approaches in the context of systemic oppression. In her free time, you might find Angie trying to life-coach herself to go to hot yoga, creating and listening to incredibly niche Spotify playlists, and finding increasingly more creative ways to use Earl Grey tea in various baking recipes.

Charlie is currently in school at William James College in pursuit of his doctoral degree in clinical psychology. He has received his MA in professional psychology from William James College and received his BS in psychology from Clemson University. He has worked in a variety of clinical settings including in-home behavioral therapy for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, outpatient and residential eating disorder facilities, acute psychiatric care in the emergency department, as well as working as a school counselor in both an elementary school setting and a college setting. He primarily focuses on helping individuals understand their identity and how to cope with the difficulties that arise across all aspects of life through a skills-based approach. Outside of work and school, Charlie enjoys climbing and spending time with his dog Ralph.

Bogs is a mini Australian Shepard that makes occasional cameo appearances at the Bentley Counseling Center and associated Counseling Center outreach events. In his free time, he enjoys catching frisbees, playing fetch with balls, performing tricks, and begging for treats. He will periodically join his handler Dr. Dole for student events around campus.