Shannon Hunt LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

BA- Anderson University

MSW- University of Denver

Shannon brings a wealth of experience from both a clinical and medical background.  She has worked extensively with the LGBTQ+ population providing mental health support as well as as guidance and advocacy through the medical system.  She specializes in marginalized populations and non traditional relationship styles, trauma, depression, anxiety and chronic illness.

Carmina Blasko, LPC, Counselor - Licensed Professional Counselor

BA-  California State University, Fullerton

MA- Regis University

Carmina enjoys blending her background in education and integrated health into her counseling practice.  She is fluent in Spanish and has worked in various clinical settings.  Carmina utilizes different techniques from a number of different clinical orientations in order to find the best fit for the client.  Her clinical interests include sleep problems, grief, and health issues.  She works part time at CC while also working in a community health center

Erin Fry D.O., Psychiatrist

BA- Albion College
D.O.- Michigan State University

Dr. Erin Fry is a board certified psychiatrist and comes to us after working in the Counseling Center at Michigan State University. She sees students one day per week for medication monitoring. She has a special interest in young adult psychiatry and has previously worked with military veterans.

Ted Smith PA-C, Physician Assistant

BA- Colorado College

PA- Red Rocks

MS- St Francis University Medical School

 Ted brings a wholistic approach to student mental health care.  Before becoming a physician assistant, he practiced as an acupuncturist. He has practiced in a private practice in Colorado Springs and has also worked in a hospital setting.  As a CC Alum, Ted has direct experience with the unique rigors of the block plan and life at CC. Ted's focus is medication management at the Counseling Center. He is in the Counseling Center one day per week.   

Harry Chiang Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist

BA- University of South Carolina

M.S.- Nova Southeastern University

Ed.S.- University of Colorado at Denver

Ph.D.- Walden University

Dr. Chiang brings a wealth of clinical experience working with college aged students and especially international students. He is fluent in mandarin and is a faculty member at Metro State College in Denver. His focus is on supporting our international students and helping them cope with adjustments to college. He works at the Counseling Center for a limited number of hours per week.

 Samantha Paulin MSW LCSW, Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

BA- Capital University

MSW- Ohio State University

Samantha has a diverse clinical background.  She is a clinical social worker who has worked with anxiety, depression, and ADHD issues, She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy and incorporates mind-body interventions such as mindfulness, meditation, breathwork and yoga.  She has a special interest in supporting first generation college students and students of color.

Ann-Marie Manning, LCSW, LAC, Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Addictions Counselor

BA- University of North Carolina at Charlotte

MSW- Colorado State University

Ann-Marie brings a wealth of clinical experience from a variety of  backgrounds. She has worked at inpatient and outpatient mental health settings and has taught college classes in clinical social work at the undergraduate and graduate levels. She specializes in working with marginalized populations, such as students of color and LGBTQ+ students. She has expertise in both mental health and substance abuse treatment. .

Cecelia Vigil, Clinical Office Manager

Cecelia began at the Counseling Center in 2016, having worked previously at the registrar's office and at UCCS. She has a strong administrative background and an interest in mental health issues. She does scheduling for all the counselors and assists students with questions.