Our Staff

The Dr. Marian A. Swope Counseling Center is staffed by three full-time and one part-time, licensed mental health professionals; six part-time doctoral practicum therapists; one part-time master's practicum therapist; a pre-practicum student; and a case manager.

Training Program 2026-27

The Bellarmine University Counseling Center provides training to doctoral and master’s graduate students. Our practicum therapists come from various backgrounds and training programs. Our currents students are from the following programs: Bellarmine University (Master's in Clinical Psychology), Spalding University (School of Professional Psychology) , and the University of Louisville (Counseling Psychology). Practicum therapists are supervised by the Counseling Center licensed staff members.

Practicum therapists serve the Bellarmine University campus community by providing individual and group therapeutic services, psychological assessments, liaison relationships to campus organizations, and general outreach programming. We are pleased to have the following practicum therapist joining the Counseling Center for the 2026-2027 academic year:

Practicum Therapists

Sarah Briere, M.A.

Sarah is a fourth-year doctoral student in Clinical Psychology working towards her Psy.D. from Spalding University’s School of Professional Psychology. Sarah obtained her bachelor’s in science of psychology at Furman University in Greenville, SC, and Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Spalding University. Previously, Sarah worked with children and adolescents experiencing relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Outside of school, Sarah enjoys baking, painting, watching Jeopardy, and playing with her dog and 2 orange cats.   

Gabby Davis, M.A., M.Ed.

Hello! My name is Gabby and I am a doctoral practicum student from Spalding University. I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a Clinical and Counseling emphasis here at Bellarmine before completing my Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Louisville. I received my second Master's degree through my doctoral training at Spalding. I hold a special interest in depression, anxiety, adjustment, and eating disorders, and this interest has morphed into what I consider to be my clinical calling. I love what I do, and I particularly feel called to work with adolescents through young adults, though I am honored to work with clients across all stages of life. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors, spending quality time with my family and friends, playing video games, and watching anime. I look forward to working with you!

Gabrielle Eismann, M.A.

Gabrielle is currently pursuing a PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Spalding University’s School of Professional Psychology. She obtained her master’s degree in Forensic Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Gabrielle has worked in college counseling centers, community mental health, and sexual violence crisis centers, and she especially enjoys working with survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence. Her clinical interests include trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD. Outside of her professional work, Gabrielle enjoys baking and has a unique talent for unintentionally creating loaves of bread in the shape of animals, including several cats and even a rotisserie chicken.

Taeryn Mackie, B.A.

Taeryn is currently pursuing her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Spadling University’s School of Professional Psychology. Taeryn earned her Bachelor’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Bellarmine University. Taeryn has previously worked in eating disorder treatment in a Direct Care role. Some of Taeryn’s clinical areas of interest are wide, but include working with anxiety, depression, eating concerns and overall well-being. Outside of the world of psychology, Taeryn enjoys spending time with her pets and family, working on crafting projects and reading.

Calie Pannell, M.Ed.

Calie is a doctoral student in the Counseling Psychology Ph.D. program at the University of Louisville. She earned her Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Counseling and Personnel Services (Counseling Psychology) from the University of Louisville and her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from Berea College. Calie joined the Bellarmine University Counseling Center (BUCC) in August 2025 as an advanced practicum therapist. Calie takes an eclectic theoretical approach to therapy, drawing from person-centered, multicultural, and trauma-informed perspectives to meet each client’s unique needs. She is passionate about providing culturally responsive and collaborative care, with a focus on empowering clients to explore their identities, strengths, and healing. Her clinical and research interests include identity development, minority mental health, trauma, anxiety, and holistic well-being. She also brings a strong commitment to social justice, advocacy, and supporting historically underserved populations, shaped by her experiences in both community and school-based mental health settings. Outside of her clinical work, Calie enjoys reading, thrifting, and antiquing.

Deanna Robertson, M.A.

 Deanna Robertson (she/her) is a third-year counseling psychology doctoral student at the University of Louisville. Originally from south Louisiana, Deanna completed her bachelors degree in psychology with a minor in communication at Southeastern Louisiana University (SLU) in 2015 and earned her masters degree in forensic psychology at the University of North Dakota in 2019. Prior to starting graduate school in Louisville, Deanna worked as an admissions counselor, a victim advocate at a nonprofit, and case manager for college students. Deanna approaches her clinical work using a Black feminist, relational cultural, systems-level framework which centers the individual, interpersonal, and collective experience. She utilizes interventions that tap into mind, body, heart, and spirit and is excited to support students in navigating their health and well-being. Deanna takes care of her well-being while being in graduate school by participating in community events, cooking meals, watching reality tv, listening to music and playing the drums!

Miranda Weathers, M.Ed.

Miranda Weathers (she/her) is a first-generation, non-traditional Ph.D. student in Counseling Psychology at the University of Louisville. Her current research focuses on mental health help-seeking, stigma, and barriers to care, particularly for individuals impacted by structural inequities. Miranda is interested in uplifting care practices that are community-rooted and culturally grounded. She works to center equity in her work through integrative approaches to research, advocacy, and community engagement. Miranda currently serves as the graduate student representative on the Kentucky Psychological Association’s Board of Directors and as interim co-chair of the KPAGS committee. She lives in Louisville with her husband and two teenage daughters, and outside of her academic and professional roles, she enjoys reading, cooking, napping, and letting her imagination run free.

Anastasia Zapfe, M.A.

Anastasia is originally from a small town in southern Georgia but has called Kentucky home for the past 12 years. She is a Bellarmine University Alumna. She is currently in her fifth year of the Spalding PsyD program. Anastasia has experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and extensive trauma. She is passionate about providing a safe, inclusive space for all individuals, giving back to the community, and striving for social justice. She approaches her work at Bellarmine's Counseling Center in a collaborative and client-focused manner. She is interested in working with young adults, those struggling with stress, anxiety, and those who have experienced trauma. Anastasia is very passionate about working with members of the LGBTQ+ population as well. In her free time, she enjoys reading fiction books, walking her dog, and finding new local places to get a good cup of coffee.

Staff Members

Simon Cozzens, MSW, Case Worker

Simon is a social worker who joined the Bellarmine Counseling Center in November of 2024. A Louisville native from Okolona, Simon developed a life-long passion for human behavior and social sustainability. He earned a BA in Cognitive Science from Yale University in 2013 and a master's degree in social work from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis in 2021. He concentrated in mental health and specialized in System Dynamics. His work included facilitating workshops and modeling at the Social System Design Lab at WashU, as well as at Project ARK where he served Black and Brown youth whose lives are impacted by HIV. Since graduating, his work has focused on the success of low-income, under-resourced, and/or homeless middle-schoolers. This includes a role as Director of Data and Communications at Aim High St. Louis.

Simon has an ever-expanding set of interests and hobbies, which currently include bowling, volleyball, dancing, games of all kinds, gardening, cooking, and managing fantasy leagues for Survivor and RuPaul's Drag Race.

Peer Mental Health Advocate Interns

The Bellarmine University Counseling Center has an undergraduate internship program. The Peer Mental Health Advocate Interns will develop and provide programming related to mental health topics and will help with existing mental health events. The Peer Mental Health Advocate Interns will also be available for peer support consultations. We currently have one student serving in this role for the summer semester.