Student Spotlight Archives - The º£½ÇÂÒÂ× (º£½ÇÂÒÂ×) /category/student-spotlight/ º£½ÇÂÒÂ× educates and trains future professional psychologists and psychotherapists Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:22:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Student Spotlight Archives - The º£½ÇÂÒÂ× (º£½ÇÂÒÂ×) /category/student-spotlight/ 32 32 MA Spotlight /ma-spotlight-31/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:09:33 +0000 /?p=45942 Muzammil Khan Hometown: Farmington Hills, MI Program: MA Book I would recommend: The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Green Favorite Quote: “He who angers you, is your master.” -Unknown Fun Fact: I was born overseas! Name a cause you are passionate about. I’m very passionate about the mental health of teens and adolescents struggling […]

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Muzammil KhanMuzammil Khan

Hometown: Farmington Hills, MI

Program: MA

Book I would recommend: The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Green

Favorite Quote: “He who angers you, is your master.” -Unknown

Fun Fact: I was born overseas!

Name a cause you are passionate about.

I’m very passionate about the mental health of teens and adolescents struggling to find their identity and place in society or their communities as they battle the expectations of everyone around them.

Why did you choose º£½ÇÂÒÂ×?

º£½ÇÂÒÂ× is a place close to home and holds core values that I hold valuable myself, which makes it the perfect combo.

What do you want to do with your degree?

I really want to work with the 16-24 age range as they navigate through their mind to find a place for themselves. This is oftentimes an even greater battle for kids of minority or immigrant backgrounds.

How did you first get interested in the mental health profession?

I started with personal experiences and struggles during my high school and early college years. Learning I wasn’t alone and escaping that sense of helplessness pushed me to study the field further and work to help those around me.
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]]> PsyD Spotlight /psyd-spotlight-38/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:25:17 +0000 /?p=45943 Sampada Fotedar Hometown: Jammu and Kashmir, India Program: PsyD Book(s) I would recommend: Come as You Are by Emily Nagoski,ÌýA Thousand Splendid SunsÌýby Khaled Hosseini, andÌýMaybe You Should Talk to SomeoneÌýby Lori Gottlieb Favorite Quote: “I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved.” – BR Ambedkar Fun […]

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Hometown: Jammu and Kashmir, India

Program: PsyD

Book(s) I would recommend: Come as You Are by Emily Nagoski,ÌýA Thousand Splendid SunsÌýby Khaled Hosseini, andÌýMaybe You Should Talk to SomeoneÌýby Lori Gottlieb

Favorite Quote: “I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved.” – BR Ambedkar

Fun Fact: I can sing. I trained in Western Vocals until Grade 3. I also play the guitar and ukulele!

Name a cause you are passionate about.

I am passionate about sexual health. I feel that, along with mental health, awareness of sexual health is equally important. Mental and sexual health go hand-in-hand.

Why did you choose º£½ÇÂÒÂ×?

I decided to pursue PsyD at the º£½ÇÂÒÂ× because of its diverse and inclusive environment.

What do you want to do with your degree?

My goal is to open a clinical sex therapy practice in the long run, particularly for individuals between the ages of 18-60 years.

How did you first get interested in the mental health profession?

I got interested in mental health when I was studying in school, specifically when I chose psychology as a subject in Grade 11. I found it very intriguing and decided to pursue it as my career.
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]]> MA Student Spotlight /ma-student-spotlight-36/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:52:40 +0000 /?p=45437 Tracy Olah Hometown: Livonia, MI Program: MA Book I would recommend: The Martian by Andy Weir Favorite Quote: “Do or do not, there is no try.” -Yoda Fun Fact: My favorite dog breed is the Yorkshire Terrier, aka the Yorkie! Name a cause you are passionate about. I’m passionate about helping people who struggle with […]

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Hometown: Livonia, MI

Program: MA

Book I would recommend: The Martian by Andy Weir

Favorite Quote: “Do or do not, there is no try.” -Yoda

Fun Fact: My favorite dog breed is the Yorkshire Terrier, aka the Yorkie!

Name a cause you are passionate about.

I’m passionate about helping people who struggle with addiction and alcoholism by offering support, compassion, and hope for recovery.

Why did you choose º£½ÇÂÒÂ×?

I chose to attend º£½ÇÂÒÂ× because its humanistic approach to psychology aligns with my own values. I also appreciate the school’s strong commitment to equality and non-discrimination. Additionally, I’ve been inspired by mentors I deeply respect who are alumni of º£½ÇÂÒÂ×.

What do you want to do with your degree?

With my degree, I hope to work in a private practice, providing one-on-one support and therapy to those in need. While I would be grateful to work with anyone, I’m especially passionate about supporting young women who struggle with mental health challenges brought on by societal pressures and the impact of social media.

How did you first get interested in the mental health profession?

My interest in the mental health profession stems from personal experience and a deep desire to give back the support and care that once helped me.
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]]> PsyD Spotlight /psyd-spotlight-37/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:42:25 +0000 /?p=45443 Tessa Passarelli Hometown: Southfield, MI Program: PsyD Book I would recommend: Scattered Minds by Gabor Mate Favorite Quote: “Empathy is a choice. And it’s a vulnerable choice.” -Brene Brown Fun Fact: I’ve danced ballet since I was two. Name a cause you are passionate about. I’m passionate about free access to healthcare and mental health […]

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Tessa Passarelli headshotTessa Passarelli

Hometown: Southfield, MI

Program: PsyD

Book I would recommend: Scattered Minds by Gabor Mate

Favorite Quote: “Empathy is a choice. And it’s a vulnerable choice.” -Brene Brown

Fun Fact: I’ve danced ballet since I was two.

Name a cause you are passionate about.

I’m passionate about free access to healthcare and mental health treatments for all.Ìý

Why did you choose º£½ÇÂÒÂ×?

I chose to attend º£½ÇÂÒÂ× because of the chance to work with its faculty and the proximity to my family.

What do you want to do with your degree?

I would like to work in private practice with adults with neurodevelopmental disorders.

How did you first get interested in the mental health profession?

I first got interested in the mental health profession when I volunteered at a suicide hotline during my undergraduate program.Ìý

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