PSYC STUDENTS: Connect with industry professionals working in your field of interest. The Department of Psychology and the Feller Center have developed the Network to give UMD undergraduate psychology students direct access to alumni working in related fields. Read more about the PSYC Career Mentors below.

We will welcome the Network to campus to meet you at events, programs, or during class. Feel free to reach out directly to them via Terrapins Connect as well. 

Questions? Contact the Feller Center at bsoscareers@umd.edu

Jessi Collins, LCSW-C

Psychotherapist / Licensed Clinical Social Worker  |  Jessi Collins Therapy, LLC

• Educational background: B.A. Psychology, UMD and Master's of Clinical Social Work (MSW), University of Maryland, Baltimore, School of Social Work
• Field of Work: Clinical, Counseling/Mental Health, Healthcare Professions, Private Practice
• Contact me on Terrapins Connect

For over 15 years, I have provided individual therapy for adults age 18 and older. I work with clients struggling with grief and loss (both death and non-death losses), anxiety, depression, stress and anger management, setting and maintaining boundaries, and feelings of low self-worth. I also have experience counseling current and former athletes, adults with ADHD/Executive Function Disorder history, and provide as-needed expert consulting for the Maryland Office of the Public Defender. Prior to opening my solo private practice in 2018, I worked for a shared group practice, a community outpatient mental health clinic, and a nursing home facility. I have been a Maryland Board Approved Clinical Supervisor since 2014 and love helping other therapists fine-tune their skills and achieve advanced licensure. When I started at UMD for undergrad, I was both first-gen and a transfer student. I'm a proud life-long Marylander, and I love spending my downtime with my family and rescued black lab.

Zenab Abubakari 

Data Intelligence Research Analyst | CBRE

• Educational background: BS Psychology '21; MPS, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, UMD '23
• Field of Work: Research, Commercial Real Estate
• Contact me on Terrapins Connect

Zenab Abubakari is currently a Data Intelligence Research Analyst at CBRE where she builds upon her extensive research background to strengthen data quality for the commercial real estate market in the DMV region. Zenab started her career in clinical research at Georgetown University and later worked as a grants manager contractor for the Substance Abuse Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA). As a proud double Terp alumna, she is grateful for the experiences at UMD that have led her to this path. At UMD, she was actively involved in the Identity Management Lab (iMg) mentored by Dr. Jennifer Wessel and Language Music and Cognition Lab (LMCL) mentored by Dr. Robert Slevc. Additionally, her participation in the BSOS Summer Research Initiative led by Dr. Kim Nickerson further cultivated her passion for research.

 Zenab is happy to assist current students and alumni with resume review, guidance for applying to graduate school (masters & PHD), and navigating the transition from student to working professional. As a first generation college graduate, Zenab looks forward to supporting her fellow Terps in their academic and professional journeys. 

Isabel Wilder 

Doctoral Student, Neuroscience and Cognitive Science (NACS) Program | University of Maryland, College Park
Former Intramural Research Training Award (IRTA) Post-Baccalaureate Fellow at National Institute of Health | National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

• Educational background: B.A. Psychology & Medical Anthropology '22;  Current NACS graduate student fall 
• Field of Work:  Clinical Counseling/Mental Health, Data Analytics/Science, Research, Psychology, Neuroscience
• Contact me on Terrapins Connect

I am a proud Terp alum who led a somewhat untraditional path through college. I transferred schools, became a parent, and switched gears career-wise. With enormous support and encouragement, I graduated in the top 2% and began a full-time position at NIH. I am thrilled to be returning to UMD in the fall of 2024 as a Flagship Fellow in the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science (NACS) doctoral program. My ability to navigate the postbacc job market and grad school applications was aided enormously by informal and formal mentorship opportunities. I am very eager to provide support for others and give back to this incredible community!

Lily Braun, Ed.S, NCSP

School Psychologist  |  Montgomery County Public Schools

• Educational background: B.A. Psychology, English Language & Literature (2017); Masters in Human Development, Educational Specialist at Lehigh University
• Professional certifications or licensures: Education Specialist, Nationally Certified School Psychologist
• Field of Work:  Counseling/Mental Health, School Psychology
• Contact me on Terrapins Connect

Lily Braun, Ed.S., NCSP, is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist with six years of experience, currently serving in Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS)—the largest and one of the most diverse school districts in Maryland. In her role, she conducts psychological assessments, provides counseling services, supports crisis prevention and response efforts, and collaborates closely with parents and school staff to address students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. Lily has experience working with students from pre-kindergarten through high school, supporting a wide range of educational disabilities and mental health disorders. She is currently assigned to a middle school, an elementary school with a Social Emotional Special Education Services (SESES) Program. Her career began as an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the University of Maryland’s ADHD Program under Dr. Andrea Chronis-Tuscano, where she developed a strong interest in children’s mental health. She went on to earn a Master’s degree in Human Development and an Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in School Psychology from Lehigh University. During her graduate studies, she also served as a Graduate Assistant in the Office of Academic Life and Student Transitions. Lily’s professional interests include psychological assessment, school-based interventions for ADHD and emotional disabilities, educational equity, and mental health awareness.

Tracy Owusu, MA

Forensic Interview Specialist   |  Homeland Security Investigations- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

• Educational background: BS Family Science & CCJS (UMD), MA Forensic Psychology- Argosy University
• Field of work: Children Services/Youth Program, Federal Government, Forensic Psychology
• Contact me on Terrapins Connect

Tracy has over nineteen years’ experience working with child victims/witnesses and vulnerable adults of abuse, trauma, and violence. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Family Science and Criminology/ Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland- College Park where she was a College Park Scholars in the Advocacy for Children Curriculum. Tracy has her Master of Arts Degree in Forensic Psychology from Argosy University. Tracy Owusu is a Forensic Interview Specialist with the Victim Assistance Program of Homeland Security Investigations, who covers the areas of Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. She conducts forensic interviews of minor children, adults with special needs, and traumatized adults who were victimized as children at the federal level. Tracy has experience preparing victims and witnesses for Grand Jury and for Court when children testify in criminal matters.

Lindsay Goldfarb, LICSW, LCSW-C

Founder & Executive Director |   The Sterling Group

• Educational background: B.A. Psychology (2010); Master of Social Work at New York University (2012)
• Professional certifications or licensures: LICSW in DC and LCSW-C in MD
• Field of Work:  Business Services, Clinical, Counseling/Mental Health, Entrepreneur
• Contact me on Terrapins Connect (unavailable until late March 2026)

Lindsay Goldfarb is a licensed clinical social worker and the founder of The Sterling Group, a DC-based psychotherapy practice focused on supporting adults in their 20s and 30s. She began her social work career at nonprofits in New York City, gaining experience in community-based mental health before launching into entrepreneurship. What began as a solo private practice has grown into a thriving group practice known for its strong values, inclusive culture, and commitment to client-centered care. In addition to running The Sterling Group, Lindsay coaches other therapists on launching and scaling their own private practices, with a focus on marketing, systems, and sustainable growth. She also leads workshops and panels on topics like perfectionism, burnout, and boundaries. Lindsay is passionate about mentoring early-career professionals and helping the next generation of mental health providers turn their vision into reality.

Hayley Kantziper, MS, SHRM-CP

 Director of Strategic Initiatives |  Kennedy Krieger Institute

• Educational background: B.A. Psychology (2013); M.S. Health Science Administration, Towson University (2016); graduate-level coursework in industrial/organizational psychology from UMBC (2022-present)
• Professional certifications or licensures: SHRM-CP (SHRM); Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion in the Workplace (USF); Compassionate Leadership (MHEI); Mental Health First Aid (EveryMind)
• Field of Work:  Healthcare Professions, Human Resources, IO Psychology
• Contact me on Terrapins Connect

Hayley Kantziper, M.S., SHRM-CP, is the Director of Strategic Initiatives at Kennedy Krieger Institute, an internationally recognized nonprofit organization located in the greater Baltimore-Washington, D.C., region that each year transforms the lives of more than 27,000 children, adolescents, and adults with nervous system diseases, disorders, and injuries. KennedyKrieger.org
   
 Hayley has been with Kennedy Krieger since 2017, initially joining the organization in the human resources department. In her current role, Hayley collaborates with leadership to design, implement, and evaluate mission-driven initiatives that involve collaboration within and outside of the Institute. Her expertise spans policy research and development, employee relations, coaching, training, total rewards, and strategic planning. She enjoys solving organizational puzzles. Hayley holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Maryland, College Park, and a master’s degree in health science administration from Towson University. She is certified by the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM). She recently completed graduate-level coursework in Organizational Consulting through the Industrial/Organizational Psychology program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Hayley is a participant of The Leadership Class of 2025 and the University of Maryland’s inaugural PSYC Alumni Career Network (2024-2025). Hayley is a dedicated mentor to undergraduate and graduate students and has served on the Executive Board of Greater Baltimore SHRM. She remains active on Greater Baltimore SHRM’s College Relations Committee, partnering with local student SHRM chapters on events, mentorship, and outreach. 

Are you a PSYC Alumni interested in volunteering for the Network? Read more.