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Dawn Livorsi, D.S.W., LCSW
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Michael Goldstone, LCSW
• 
Mairin Wilkie, LCSW
• August 11, 2023

The transition back to school can be a source of anxiety and stress for many students. Dawn Livorsi, D.S.W., LCSW, Michael Goldstone, LCSW and Mairin Wilkie, LCSW discussed the common concerns and anxieties faced by students, explored effective coping strategies, and offered practical tips to support a successful adjustment to college life.

Dawn Livorsi, D.S.W., LCSW

Core Faculty, Counseling Program

Dr. Livorsi has over fifteen years of experience, with much of her career focusing on the clinical needs of children, adolescents and their families. Having provided clinical leadership in a variety of therapeutic settings, including alternative school placements and residential programs, Dr.

Michael Goldstone, LCSW

Staff Therapist
Associate Director, Emerging Adults
Mr. Goldstone is a full-time therapist at The Family Institute and provides treatment to individuals. In treatment, Mr. Goldstone systematically helps his clients gauge their individualized needs and provide techniques to best help them adjust. He offers a mindfully eclectic approach, where he empathically supports the life experiences and coping mechanisms used by each individual person. Mr. Goldstone encourages an awareness of both mental and physical health to help people find equilibrium in their lives.

Mairin Wilkie, LCSW

Therapist
Mairin Wilkie is a licensed clinical social worker with over ten years’ experience treating a variety of clients from different backgrounds. She enjoys working with adolescents and adults ages 14 and up.