University of Indianapolis Mental Health Counseling Faculty
Dr. Tyronn Bell
Associate Professor Counseling - MHC
College of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Areas of Expertise
counseling psychology, subspecialty – multicultural psychology
Background
Dr. Bell has been full time at UIndy since 2001, teaching in both the undergraduate and graduate programs.
Research Interests
African American college student adjustment, biracial identity development
Education
- PhD, Counseling Psychology, University of Illinois
- MS, Counseling Psychology, University of Illinois
- BA, Psychology, University of Notre Dame
Fun fact
I used to be a big Days of Our Lives fan.
Favorite thing about UIndy
The relationships with students and colleagues.
Dr. Rachel Paige Feldwisch
Associate Professor, Associate Dean
College of Education and Behavioral Sciences
317-788-5022
feldwischr@uindy.edu
Areas of Expertise
Art therapy, counseling psychology, counselor education, developmental psychology, program development, school counseling
Background
Dr. Feldwisch is a Registered Art Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed School Counselor. She worked as a counselor and art therapist for about a decade before returning to graduate school for a PhD in Counseling Psychology. Most of her clinical work has been with adolescents and young adults, but enjoys working with people of all ages. Her experience as a clinician continually informs her teaching, supervision, and research.
Research Interests
Outcomes research in art therapy, counseling, and prevention; Consensual Qualitative Research; and research related to clinical practice (e.g., treatment of trauma, body image concerns) and supervision.
Education
- PhD, Counseling Psychology, Indiana University—Bloomington
- MA, Art Therapy, University of Illinois at Chicago
- MS, Counseling and Counselor Education, Indiana University—Purdue University Indianapolis
- BA, Art (minors in Psychology and Education), Wittenberg University
Fun fact
I had several odd jobs before I became a therapist and educator, so I have random hidden skills!
Favorite thing about UIndy
Relationships.
Dr. Megan Flinn
Assistant Professor and Practicum and Internship Coordinator
College of Education and Behavioral Sciences
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Mental Health Counseling, Trauma Counseling, Non-profit Consultation, International Consultation
BACKGROUND
Dr. Flinn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She started her professional life as a math and science teacher in Philadelphia before working in community development for over a decade. She holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision, with a speciality in trauma and crisis. Her clinical experience includes adolescents and adults, specializing in treatment for PTSD.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
International counseling collaboration, person-centered assessment, trauma and crisis, and social justice advocacy through consultation.
EDUCATION
- MA, Mental Health Counseling, University of Indianapolis
- BA, Elementary Education and Theology, Clarks Summit University
FUN FACT
I was in the Guinness Book of World Records for a sports-related feat in 2008. You’ll have to get to know me to learn what it is!
FAVORITE THING ABOUT UINDY
The ability to create a place for students to put into practice what they are learning and excited about.
Michelle Itczak, MA, ATR-BC, ATCS, LMHC
Associate Professor, Director of Counseling and Art Therapy
College of Education and Behavioral Sciences
317-781-5356
itczakm@uindy.edu
Areas of Expertise
Art therapy with children and adolescents, medical art therapy, trauma, anxiety, art therapy and counselor education, program consultation and development, supervision, ethics
Background
Michelle is a Board-Certified Registered Art Therapist, Art Therapy Certified Supervisor, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. In 2010, she was able to fulfill her dream of starting the art therapy program at Riley Hospital for Children. In 2021, her edited book, Pediatric Medical Art Therapy, with contributors from around the world, was published. Michelle is a past president of the Indiana Art Therapy Association and enjoy growing and shaping the field of art therapy in Indiana. She also serves on the Accreditation Council for Art Therapy Education. She is passionate about the medical art therapy field and continue her connection with it through her work at Riley Bereavement Services. The majority of her clinical work has been with children, adolescents and women. She loves that her experiences as a clinician helps inform and improve her teaching, supervision, and research.
Research Interests
Art therapy in health care, art therapy supervision, person-centered counseling, women’s issues, children and adolescents, art therapy education
Education
- MA, Art Therapy Counseling, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
- BS, Art and Associated Studies with a double emphasis in Painting and Ceramics (minor in Psychology), University of Evansville
Fun fact
I am very competitive and love playing most sports.
Favorite thing about UIndy
The opportunities to grow and collaborate are endless.