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Erica Karger-Gatzow

LICSW
(she/her/hers)

The CSB and SJU Counseling Director and a clinical social worker with her master’s degree from the University of Chicago. She has worked in collegiate mental health and well-being since 2007 and uses a variety evidence- based interventions including motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy. In a society where Black, Indigenous, and People of Color experienced centuries of oppression and marginalization, Erica accepts her responsibility to acknowledge and actively work towards dismantling the injustices of systemic racism, discrimination and inequality. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Erica also recognizes that LGBTQIA+ individuals can face discrimination, prejudice, shame and social isolation. Above all, she strives to create a nurturing and affirming therapeutic environment, where students can feel seen, heard, and valued for who they are. 

John Adix

Psy.D., LP
(he/him/his)

A generalist and has been working in college mental health since 2003.  He received his Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology, Argosy University in 2006.  He is an LGBTQ+ ally and brings a multicultural and developmental lens to his work with clients.  His clinical interests include helping young adults dealing with worry/stress/anxiety, depression, academic skills, relationships/communication skills, trauma, and substance use.  John draws from the therapeutic approaches of Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which can lend to brief and sometimes solution focused interventions. 

Thomas Calson

MS, MA, CMPC
(he/him/his)

Thomas is a counselor with his master’s degrees in Mental Health Counseling and Sport and Exercise Psychology from Minnesota State University, Mankato in Mankato, MN. He is working toward becoming licensed as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. His clinical experience and interests include working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment, grief/loss, and relationship concerns. Thomas works to provide a safe and welcoming space and to empower every student to find their unique strengths, values, and abilities. He incorporates an eclectic approach to counseling, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused therapy. One specific area of Thomas’ clinical work is working to promote mental health for students that have been historically underrepresented in higher education. He is also highly passionate in working with student-athletes regarding mental health and mental skills training. Thomas believes counseling can be a tool to bring awareness and enact changes leading to a life of improvement and fulfillment.

Aaron Lindell

(he/him/his)

Aaron (he/him/his) is a counseling intern at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University in the final stages of his master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Saint Cloud State University. His focus is on helping clients achieve a well-rounded approach to mental health through the exploration of thought patterns and beliefs. Aaron strives to create a collaborative and therapeutic relationship that fosters autonomy and growth for his clients. He is a strong advocate of multicultural approaches and empathy, striving to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all clients. Aaron’s goal is to empower individuals to navigate their mental health journeys with resilience and understanding.

 Alicia A. Reif

Psy.D., LP
(she/her/hers)

A Clinical Psychologist and Coordinator of Disordered Eating, Eating Disorders, and Body Image Concerns on campus. She graduated with her Psy.D. in 2013 from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University-Schaumburg. She is also a CSB alumnae. As an expert in college mental health, she works as a generalist in an outpatient setting. She is an LGBTQ+ ally and is experienced in working with young adults facing a multitude of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, adjustment, identity, relationships, and trauma. Alicia’s clinical work incorporates a trauma-informed, multicultural, intersectional, developmental, and acceptance-based lens into her interventions with the aim to improve her client’s relationship with them self, others, and the world. 

Maggie Westaby

MS, LPC
(she/her/hers)

Maggie Westaby (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor and trauma therapist. She graduated from Viterbo University in 2022 with an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Her clinical experience and interests include working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment, life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, gender identity issues, and other complex concerns. Maggie uses a variety of counseling approaches, including EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She is an LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapist. She works to provide a comfortable, welcoming space where students can feel validated and supported. She has a strengths-based approach aimed at helping students to grow and thrive.