Meet the Staff

Kate Puopolo, LMHC (she/her)
Associate Dean for Health and Wellness & Director of Counseling
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Kate has over 10 years of experience working with college-aged individuals as well as children, adolescents, families and couples in both community mental health, outpatient, residential and private practice settings. Kate earned her bachelor’s degree from The College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts and earned her master’s degree from Boston College in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Kate was the director of a community based mental health program for over five years before coming to Wheaton College. Kate brings with her professional experience in community based mental health, trauma, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, depression, and anxiety, among other areas of practice. Kate aims to work with individuals in a collaborative, strengths-based manner and is an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist. When not at work, Kate enjoys reading, spending time with her family, and being outdoors, particularly at the beach.

Carly Ladd, LMHC (she/her)
Assistant Director of Counseling and Training Director
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Carly moved to Massachusetts from Maine in 2013 and went on to earn both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology at Bridgewater State University. Carly is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with professional experience in community based mental health, working with underserved and marginalized populations, including LGBTQ+ and unhoused communities, as well as gang-involved youth. Carly’s therapy style is collaborative, practical, holistic and LGBTQ+ affirming. Carly’s clinical work centers around the Social Ecological Model which understands that health and wellness are affected by interactions between individual, relationship, community and societal influences. Outside of the Counseling Center, Carly enjoys cooking, practicing sustainability, and spending time with her dog, Tito.

Manuel “Manny” Andrade, LMHC (he/him)
Staff Clinician
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Manny earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Eastern Nazarene College in Quincy, MA and subsequently earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in clinical psychology from Bridgewater State University. Manny joined the Wheaton community after serving as a mental health professional at a community based mental health center located in Taunton, MA. Manny is a first-generation American, the second in his family to earn a four-year degree, and the first in his family to earn a graduate degree. Manny describes his therapeutic style as collaborative and person-centered by helping others uncover solutions that work best for them. At home, Manny loves spending time with his wife, two sons, and his dog Tailz. Manny enjoys listening to and creating music, spending time with his friends, and playing basketball while he still can. Manny hopes his life experience and unique perspective will help support Wheaton students as they continue their own life’s journey, their pursuits of higher education, and the life they want to lead.

Originally from Connecticut, Becky is a first-generation college student who earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Endicott College. After graduation, Becky moved to Boston working in higher education in various roles and earning a master’s degree in policy and leadership from Boston University. Becky ultimately wanted to work and support individuals on a therapeutic level. She returned to school in 2019 to obtain her master’s in social work from the University of Pittsburgh with a fellowship in integrated healthcare. For the past three years, Becky has worked in a healthcare setting serving older adults. With experiences across the life span, Becky is committed to fostering a welcoming and accepting environment utilizing a person-centered and strength- and resilience-based framework. Outside of work, Becky enjoys spending time with her wife and friends, reading, and traveling.

Sarah Quinn, BA (she/her)
Office Manager
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Sarah grew up locally in Bristol County, Massachusetts. She completed her associate’s degree in humanities at Bristol Community College before earning her bachelor’s degree in creative writing with a minor in psychology at Lesley University. Prior to and throughout college, Sarah acquired years of experience in service and support roles. She joined Wheaton’s Counseling Center and Health Services offices in April 2023.

Anika is currently a second-year clinical Psy.D. student at William James College. Originally from New Jersey, she earned her bachelor’s in applied psychology from NYU Steinhardt in 2022. During her time at NYU, Anika interned with the Child Abuse Prevention Program at the New York Foundling, Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center, and served as an intake counselor at The Door—A Center of Alternatives. In her first year at William James College, Anika was a doctoral intern at a private practice in Framingham, MA. She describes her therapeutic approach as client-centered, emphasizing the importance of tailoring the therapy experience to each person’s unique needs. Outside of her work at the Wheaton College Counseling Center, Anika enjoys photography, exploring Boston’s restaurant scene, and spending time with friends.

Katie is a second-year master’s student at William James College’s Mental Health Counseling program. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology at Bard College. She has previous experience working at a private practice as a clinical intern. Katie’s professional aspirations include focusing on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and working with the LGBTQ+ community. In her free time, Katie enjoys being outdoors, baking and reading.

Tito is a six-year old Australian Cattle Dog mix. Tito is a certified Therapy Dog and is also certified as  a Canine Good Citizen, which assesses a dog’s mastery of basic commands and positive behaviors to show that Tito is a “polite member of society.” Despite being a notoriously high-energy breed, Tito is actually a very low-energy guy. When he isn’t working at Wheaton, Tito enjoys playing with his favorite rubber ball, chewing on an ethically-sourced antler and sunbathing. Tito appreciates a good head scratch and will befriend anyone with a treat in hand.