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Catherine Ciano, PhD, MBA

Parlin Hall (PAR) 115

(512) 232-3461

CARE Drop-In Support

Stop by to talk with Dr. Catherine about a concern, ask questions or explore your options. No appointment necessary.

Parlin Hall (PAR) 115

Friday, 9-10 a.m.

Jester Center (JES) A225-A

Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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New to CARE?
Leave a message for your counselor or learn more about the program. Complete the CARE contact form.

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Use the MyUHS/CMHC Portal to send a secure message.

Please do not email your CARE counselor. Use the secure portal for communication.

Meet Dr. Catherine

Dr. Catherine is a licensed psychologist with the Counselors in Academic Residence (CARE) program. She provides confidential mental health support for students in the College of Liberal Arts and partners with faculty and staff to support student well-being.

Dr. Catherine takes a collaborative, compassion-focused approach to counseling and incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), emotion regulation, motivational enhancement and mindfulness-based techniques. Her professional interests include health psychology, financial psychology, perfectionism and scarcity and abundance mindsets.

How Dr. Catherine Can Help

Students can meet with Dr. Catherineto discuss:

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Academic concerns
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Relationships
  • Life transitions and adjusting to college
  • Personal challenges
  • Connecting with campus resources

Services

  • Short-term counseling
  • Crisis support
  • Referrals to campus and community resources
  • Group recommendations

Faculty and Staff Consultation
Faculty and staff are encouraged to consult with Dr. Catherine about concerns related to a student, available resources or strategies for supporting students in distress. You can also use the contact form to send her a message.

Workshops and Outreach
Dr. Catherine offers presentations and workshops for students, faculty and staff on topics such as:

  • Stress management
  • Test anxiety
  • Perfectionism
  • Supporting students in distress
  • Other mental health and well-being topics