Well-being Coaching

• Private, not confidential

• Is not confidential

• Well-being coaches are professional staff who have participated in training as coaches

• Well-being coaches are not licensed mental health or health professionals in their coaching roles

• Collaborative partnership model, student-as-expert, and action-oriented

• Not a provider-patient model, coach-as-expert, or coping/treatment-oriented

• Provides support by enhancing holistic well-being, mental health promotion, and overall (self-defined) success

• Does not provide counseling, therapy, assessment, consultation, or treatment for mental health concerns

• Help students identify, strengthen, and utilize their unique strengths and values in the service of pursuing goals and directions that are aligned with their desired well-being outcomes
• Help students to explore, generate, and try out different strategies, approaches, and resources to support overall change and well-being
• Help students to develop their distinctive voice and identify what well-being means, looks, and feels like to them

• Does not try to teach students what they should or should not do on their journey toward resolving or managing their concerns
• Does not try to help students identify, treat, or resolve specific "weaknesses," symptoms, or problems
• Does not provide/prescribe specific health, psychological, or medical advice

• Emphasis on students' potential to move forward in meaningful directions and focus on the future

• Does not emphasize helping students to resolve issues from the past

• Responsive to students' unique identities, culture, and experiences of power and oppression and how this shapes their experience in the coaching alliance and understanding of well-being

• Does not prescribe a "one size fits all" approach to well-being based on "normative" health and wellness practices

Josh Anderson 

Residence Hall Director
Housing & Residential Life
(he/him)

• Josh's signature strengths: Humor, Creativity, Perspective, Love of Learning, Honesty

• Ways Josh supports his well-being: I enjoy spending time with my loved ones, focusing on the things I can control in life, practicing patience, and always keeping up with my hobbies.

• Personal Interests: Video games, PC building, cooking, baking, movies, hiking, and anime.

Ricky Boche 

Assistant Dean for Student Support and Advocacy Services
Dean of Students
(he/him/él)

• Ricky's signature strengths: Love, Hope, Judgement, Fairness, Humility, Teamwork
• Ways Ricky supports his well-being: I support my well-being by playing video games and relaxing with my partner and two cats. It is important to me to appreciate and respect my down time while I have it. As anyone working or studying at Cornell, we can be running around from one thing to the next. I like to slow down outside of work and focus on me.
• Personal interests: I am a big foodie, so please talk to me about food (but not cooking)! I also enjoy group fitness classes and playing video games.

Kate Buckley 

Well-being Program Director
College of Veterinary Medicine
(she/her)

• Kate's signature strengths: Gratitude, Humility, Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence, Honesty, Fairness
• Ways Kate supports her well-being: Cornerstones of my well-being include: regular exercise (especially strength training and stretching), listening to music, practicing gratitude and awe, learning new things (often via podcasts and books), cultivating non-judgmental perspective (of myself and others), and qualitatively connecting with people I care about. I’m also working on getting more rest…however imperfectly.
• Personal interests: Aside from my well-being practices above, recently, I’ve been enjoying visiting thrift stores with my two daughters (watching their sense of fashion evolve is a hoot). I’m an aspiring minimalist too, and have been trying to integrate more creative pursuits back into my life, including watercolor painting. I also adore synchronicities and am always on the lookout for them.

Amanda Carreiro 

House Assistant Dean
West Campus House System
(she/her)

• Amanda's signature strengths: Perspective, Leadership, Teamwork, Hope, Kindness
• Ways Amanda supports her well-being: The primary ways I support my own well-being are through mindfulness meditation, playing with my dogs, spending time with family and friends, going to CrossFit regularly, getting out in nature and practicing gratitude.
• Personal interests: My personal interests include anything to do with Frisbee (I played Ultimate Frisbee for 23 years and coached the Cornell Women’s team for many years) but I’m also interested in Frisbee golf and other Frisbee sports. I love the Finger Lakes region, the Farmer’s Market, going antiquing, and fixing up old furniture.  I am currently reading Louise Penny mysteries to relax at the end of the day. I love to spend time with my 19 year old son, traveling and being in the ocean (ideally, on a boogie board)! 

Perdita Das

House Assistant Dean 
West Campus House System
(she/her/hers)

• Perdita's signature strengths: Humor, Leadership, Kindness, Fairness, Judgement
• Ways Perdita supports her well-being: Celebrating small and big milestones, setting boundaries and saying no, spending quality time with people who recharge me and my two cats Jasper and Rosemary, cooking and trying out new recipes, and asking for help (still a work in progress!).
• Personal interests: Exploring new cities, cooking, Doctor Who, Harry Potter, tattoos, and Taylor Swift! 

Foula Keagan Dimopoulos

Senior Advisor for EOP, HEOP & Pre Professional Programs/First Gen Program Coordinator
Office of Academic Discovery and Impact (OADI)
(ze/hir/hirs | he/him/his)

• Foula's signature strengths: Love of Learning, Bravery, Perspective, Curiosity, Justice
• Ways Foula supports hirs well-being: I support my well-being through writing, playing video and board games, spending time with people I love, especially my partner, Kay, and our sometimes feral feline, learning new things, and exploring NY State Parks and beyond. I’m working on sleeping better and meditating!
• Personal interests: Building LEGO sets, printmaking, reading, traveling and adventuring to old and new places, learning, and being involved in my communities whether based on geography, identities or causes. 

Amy Drumluk

Assistant Director of Advising and Coordinator of First-Year Programming
Office of Undergraduate Biology
(she/her/hers)

• Amy's signature strengths: Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence, Humor, Love of Learning, Honesty, Love
• Ways Amy supports her well-being: I support my well-being by going for walks and spending time outside, stopping to take pictures of sunsets any chance I get, listening to a variety of podcasts, and spending time with my dog – a goofy chocolate golden doodle.
• Personal interests: I love baking, cooking, reading, being on the lake, exploring local waterfalls, listening to music and spending time with my family.  

Amanda Gonzalez

Associate Director, Student and Career Development
College of Human Ecology
(she/her)

• Amanda's signature strengths: Love, Perspective, Honesty, Gratitude, Fairness
• Ways Amanda supports her well-being: I support my well-being by spending time in person and on the phone with friends and family near and far, learning new things that interest me, utilizing counseling as a valuable resource when I’m feeling overwhelmed, and by appreciating nature.
• Personal interests: I’m interested in personality assessments, trying new things, hiking outdoors, rock climbing indoors, pickleball, dancing, comedy, Broadway musicals, watching shows and movies, and going on adventures.

Lauren Hamre

Residence Hall Director
Graduate and Cooperative Housing
(she/hers)

• Lauren's signature strengths: Humor, Leadership, Kindness, Judgement, Perspective
• Ways Lauren supports her well-being: I support my own well-being through spending time with friends, family, and my dog, being active, and intentionally looking for joy in day-to-day life. I also find benefit in reflecting and listening to what my body needs and working to be in tune with my body.
• Personal interests: I love to crochet, go for walks and hikes with my partner and dog, and I have recently picked up photography as a hobby!

Jason Hecht

Senior Research Associate
Institutional Research and Planning
(he/him/his)

• Jason's signature strengths: Love, Perspective, Love of Learning, Judgment, Social Intelligence
• Ways Jason supports his well-being: Scheduling unstructured time just for me. Relaxing on the porch. Maintaining a regular sleep routine. Cooking for myself and loved ones. Investing in relationships with family, friends, and colleagues.
• Personal interests: Being a homebody with my family and dogs. Science fiction/fantasy literature/TV/movies. Supporting my favorite teams/sports (Arsenal, Knicks, Yankees, and F1 racing). Cooking. Music (I hosted a radio show in college and am a mediocre guitar player). 

Madelynn Hollis

Assistant Director of Career Development
College of Architecture, Art and Planning
(she/her)

• Madelynn's signature strengths: Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence, Kindness, Creativity, Teamwork, Honesty
• Ways Madelynn supports her well-being: I support my well-being by finding intentional moments to reconnect with nature, crafting, reading, and listening to music.
• Personal interests: Playing violin, spending time with my family and friends, crocheting, and finding ways to engage in self-expression. I also love watching foreign films.

Jamie Hom

Associate Director of Student Programs
Student and Young Alumni Programs
Alumni Affairs & Development
(she/her)

• Jamie's signature strengths: Love of learning, Curiosity, Honesty, Kindness, Humor
• Ways Jamie supports her well-being: Well-being is about living a life well lived. It is about learning and exploring in who makes you…YOU, while having a curious, resilient, and growth mindset. Ways I support my well-being is ensuring I’m taking care of myself holistically and giving myself grace when I’m having a hard time. This includes, but is not limited to, making sure I am eating well-rounded nutrient food, moving my body with daily exercise, hanging out with my friends and family, trying new hobbies, or exploring the outdoors!
• Personal interests: Outside of work, you can find me teaching a spin class or on hiking adventures with my dog, Clara, and checking off visiting all 63 United States national parks.

Olivia Hopewell

Graduate Student Life Advisor
The Graduate School
(she/her)

• Olivia's signature strengths: Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence, Social Intelligence, Humor, Creativity, Perspective
• Ways Olivia supports her well-being: The biggest way I support my well-being is working with my brain rather than against it. I've spent a lot of my life being frustrated with the way my brain works, but when I give myself the space to think and just be as myself, life feels so much better. Getting outside and walking my dog helps, too.
• Personal interests: I always say I have two modes: reading Plato in Greek or watching Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. More seriously, I've recently gotten back into reading after a long post-grad-school-hiatus, and I especially love horror and phenomenology. I also love lifting, exploring the trails around Ithaca with my wife and pup, and making too much soup.

Suzanne Horning 

Associate Director
The Cornell Commitment
(she/her)

• Suzanne's signature strengths: Humility, Perspective, Kindness, Prudence, Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence
• Ways Suzanne supports her well-being: Spending as much time outside as possible, getting a walk in at least once a day, spending time with my husband and rescue dog, Clyde, and staying connected to family and friends.
• Personal interests: I volunteer with the Cornell Raptor Program. I am huge hockey fan and have had season tickets to Cornell Men’s Ice Hockey for more than 15 years!

Kendra Hutchins

Assistant Director of Advising and Coordinator of the Collaborative Engagement in Learning Life Sciences Program
Office of Undergraduate Biology
(she/her)

• Kendra's signature strengths: Kindness, Fairness, Perspective, Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence, Love
• Ways Kendra supports her well-being: I prioritize my well-being by staying grounded through running and making time for fulfilling hobbies that spark creativity. Daily reading helps me unwind, while spending time with my pets (two cats and a dog) and friends keeps me connected and nurtures my spirit. I try to cultivate gratitude as a daily practice and find renewal in nature, where I can slow down, breathe deeply, and recharge.
• Personal interests: I really love working with my hands—whether its metalsmithing, cooking a new recipe, or knitting. I find joy in the creative process and deep satisfaction in making things from scratch. I am always excited to try new things and learn new skills (knifemaking was my most recent endeavor, where I got to learn forging and woodworking techniques!). I also enjoy sailing and traveling, which engage my sense of adventure and offer fresh perspectives and a deeper connection to the people and world around me.

Sophia Givre

Associate Director, Inclusive Academic Advising
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
(she/her)
 

• Sophia's signature strengths: Love of Learning, Honesty, Kindness, Humor, Judgement
• Ways Sophia supports her well-being: Being outside on nice days, yoga, meditation, HIITS, listening to music, and prioritizing a balanced approach to work and personal life.  
• Personal interests: Podcasts, hiking, trying local foods, travel, CliftonStrengths coaching, watching shows and movies. 

Sarah Janusz

Assistant Director & Disability Access Consultant
Student Disability Services
Cornell Health
(she/her)

• Sarah's signature strengths: Honesty, Love of Learning, Gratitude, Hope and Kindness
• Ways Sarah supports her well-being: I support my well-being is by engaging in moments that ground me and allow me to embrace calmness. Listening to lofi music all day, watching the aquarium jellyfish cam to relax and taking pictures of the falling rain are some of my favorites.
• Personal interests: Exploring the Finger Lakes and Ithaca areas has become a daily adventure for me. I am passionate about food and love learning a new recipe or tasting a new dish. I am always looking for a movie recommendation or a new show suggestion to watch.

Sharon Kaplan

Academic Advisor
Experiential Learning Focus
Division of Nutritional Sciences
(she/her)

• Sharon's signature strengths: Honesty, Kindness, Love, Humor, Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence
• Ways Sharon supports her well-being: I feel my best when I make time for daily movement practice – walking, Pilates or yoga - as well as eating nutritious food. Coffee and chocolate must factor into each day for me. I also need time with family and friends, in my garden, and cuddling with my dogs.
• Personal interests: I love reading books, especially historical fiction, and watching comedy and drama shows. Crafting has always been a big part of my life – I make handcrafted soaps and paper, which I use at home as well as gift to others. Exploring the Finger Lakes (and beyond) via hiking and paddling puts me in my happy place.

Andrea Kiely

Health Leaves Coordinator
Student Disability Services
Cornell Health
(she/her)

• Andrea's signature strengths: Honesty, Humor, Self-regulation, Perseverance, Hope
• Ways Andrea supports her well-being: I take care of my well-being by running, taking long walks with my husband and dogs, cuddling with my golden retrievers, and watching Ted Lasso.
• Personal interests: I love running, and I am actively involved in a local running club. I enjoy listening to audiobooks, particularly British romantic comedies. I spend a lot of time in the kitchen cooking healthy vegetarian meals and baking tasty treats with nutritious ingredients. You can often find me at rinks all over New York watching my 14-year-old daughter’s ice hockey games. I also enjoy trips to Philadelphia, where my 20-year-old daughter is currently studying. I am interested in history and exploring other countries and cultures.

Shanna Leipzig

Higher Education Opportunity Program Advisor
Office of Discovery and Impact
(she/her)

• Shanna's signature strengths: Curiosity, Humor, Love of Learning, Gratitude
• Ways Shanna supports her well-being: I support my well-being by giving myself permission to prioritize the important things and let go of the small things (I’m a recovering perfectionist). I love to learn new skills, and I dedicate time to the things that energize me vs. drain me. I spend time each night taking care of myself through scheduled alone time, watching TV, or listening to audiobooks. I also prioritize making time for the things that are most important to me—my friends, family and hobbies.
• Personal interests: Making things! (Pottery, stained glass, baking, homemade kombucha and cheese, crocheting, gardening, making Halloween costumes, etc.) I also love walking, podcasts, roller skating and traveling.

Ben Martin

Assistant Director
Engineering Advising
(he/him)

• Ben's signature strengths: Fairness, Spirituality, Humility, Humor, Judgment
• Ways Ben supports his well-being: Silence / solitude in the morning, yoga, running, and reading.
• Personal interests: Enjoying time with my family: Sara, Asher, & Millie (and our dog Olive). I love games (Smash-up, Sushi Go, Pokémon TCG), movies, and coffee shops. 

Erin Sember-Chase

Learning Consultant
Department of Inclusion and Belonging
(she/her)

• Erin's signature strengths: Humor, Leadership, Gratitude, Judgement, Bravery
• Ways Erin supports her well-being: Laughter, reading, hearing, seeing anything that makes me laugh, and me being able to make others laugh, all support my well-being! I read a balance of biographies/nonfiction so I am learning about someone or something and cozy mysteries which is just pure fun when I don’t want to have to think too much. I have my favorite TV shows I watch, and when life gets uncertain or particularly challenging, I will watch reruns of old sitcoms I love because it’s comforting to already know what’s going to happen next AND to know I’ll laugh a lot!
• Personal interests: I watch all the cooking competition reality shows and have far too many subscriptions to cooking magazines but I love reading them all! I love spending time with my husband, family, and friends and hosting dinner parties. I really enjoy putting together puzzles that are fun with lots going on in them (a 1000 pieces of just green trees and blue sky is so not fun to me!) Every now and then, I will try my hand at doing some sort of craft project. This usually turns out to either be something really cool that I feel proud of, or something I give my mom and tell her to pretend 8-year-old Erin gave it to her!

Ethan Stephenson

Director of Faculty Living-Learning Programs
Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education
(he/him)

• Ethan's signature strengths: Honesty, Fairness, Perspective, Judgment, Social Intelligence
• Ways Ethan supports his well-being: In addition to working out when I get the chance, I build exercise into my daily routine with dog walks and walking to work. I love to cook and bake so I end up preparing most of the food I eat. I work hard on creating a healthy work/life balance. I spend a lot of time with my family. I try to maintain regular sleep habits, something that was much harder when I was in college.
• Personal interests: Biking, baking, cooking, reading

Sherry Wang

Assistant Director of Career Management 
Brooks School of Public Policy 
(she/her)

• Sherry's signature strengths: Perspective, Love, Love of Learning, Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence, Kindness
• Ways Sherry supports her well-being: I support my well-being by taking time to connect with my friends and family, cuddling with my cat, exploring the outdoors, listening to podcasts, and dancing!  
• Personal interests: Outside of work, I enjoy kayaking on the lake, camping, eating delicious food from my favorite restaurants or new ones, and rock climbing.