Jennifer Czincz, Ph.D.
Director
203-432-0310 (direct line)
Role at SHARE: Jennifer (Jen) became the Director of SHARE in 2019, after serving as the Assistant Director of the department since 2012. In addition to overseeing the management and operations of SHARE, Jen also provides direct services to members of the campus community including crisis response via SHARE’s 24/7 on-call service, advocacy, individual supportive counseling and short-term trauma-focused therapy for experiences of sexual misconduct. Under Jen’s directorship (and with the support of the Assistant Director and SHARE staff members), SHARE has grown substantially in terms of number of clients served, breadth and accessibility of services provided, and focus on prevention/education programming and outreach within the Yale community.
Background: Jen is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine. She provided clinical services at the Yale Department of Mental Health and Counseling and supervised the Walden Peer Counseling Program between 2011 and 2018. Jen is a native of Canada, and completed her Clinical Psychology Ph.D. at the University of Ottawa and received an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Western Ontario. She came to Yale in 2010, where she completed both her Predoctoral and Postdoctoral fellowships. Jen has also served as a clinical supervisor for the Yale School of Medicine in the Forensic Drug Diversion Program and Adult Community Mental Health Services at the Connecticut Mental Health Center.
Jen’s training has focused on the treatment of trauma, system-based approaches to psychology (including prevention and education programs at the community level), and work with survivors of sexual misconduct and childhood sexual abuse. Jen has completed Foundational Training in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Basic Training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), two evidence-based treatments for trauma. Her approach to clinical work is client-centered and strengths-based, drawing from a wide variety of techniques and modalities that best fit each individual client’s needs and situation.
Jen lives with her husband and two young sons in Hamden. In her spare time, she loves exploring and trying out/learning about a variety of creative arts like drawing, painting, dancing, and music.
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Anna Osman, LCSW
Assistant Director
203-436-8217 (direct line)
Role at SHARE: Anna became the Assistant Director of SHARE in 2021, after serving as a clinician at the center since 2018. In addition to supporting the management and operations of the center, she provides direct services to members of the Yale community, including crisis response via SHARE’s 24/7 on-call service, advocacy, individual supportive counseling and short-term trauma-focused therapy for experiences of sexual misconduct.
Background: Anna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Human Rights and Hispanic Studies at Trinity College in Hartford, CT and holds a Master of Science in Social Work Degree from Columbia University School of Social Work in New York, NY. Prior to her work at SHARE, Anna served as Director of Student Affairs for the Bard Globalization and International Affairs Program and worked within the nonprofit sector in New York City.
In terms of her clinical work, Anna uses a collaborative and survivor-centered approach to foster a non-judgmental, supportive environment where folks can engage at their own pace. She meets each person where they are in their healing process, whether that be focusing on establishing safety and stabilization, (re)processing an experience, or looking toward the future.
Anna draws from multiple therapeutic modalities in order to meet the unique needs of each person; she has completed Foundational Training in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Basic Training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), two evidence-based treatments for trauma. Anna is also particularly passionate about incorporating creative arts-based interventions into therapy, including those grounded in visual arts, writing, and craft. She has a pug named Ella (short for Nutella) who you may hear snoring in the background of Zoom sessions.
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Liz Schacht, LCSW
SHARE Clinician
Role at SHARE: Liz joined the SHARE team in August 2021 and serves as a clinician at the center. Her focus is on providing direct services to members of the Yale community, including crisis response via SHARE’s 24/7 on-call service, facilitation for student support groups, advocacy, individual supportive counseling and short-term trauma-focused therapy for experiences of sexual misconduct. Liz represents SHARE at monthly HOPE Family Justice partner agency meetings, where she helps to maintain the center’s connection to our New Haven community-based partners.
Background: Liz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice and holds a Master of Science in Social Work Degree from University of Connecticut School of Social Work in Hartford, CT. Prior to her work at SHARE, Liz worked as a faculty advisor in the collegiate sector. Liz also provided assessment and case management to youth that experienced child abuse and neglect for six years.
In terms of her clinical work, Liz likes to build a safe and genuine therapeutic relationship that highlights strengths and opportunities of growth. Her style is warm, engaging, direct and flexible. Liz is particularly interested in utilizing Motivational Interviewing and strength-based methods. She has completed Basic Training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based treatment for trauma. Liz works to promote emotional wellness through encouragement and support.
Liz is currently pursuing a Doctor of Social Work degree at Southern CT State University and expects to graduate by 2026. Her main interest is on trauma, immigration, community outreach and social justice. In her free time, she likes to work on her garden and spend time with family and friends.
A native of Peru, she is bi-lingual in Spanish.
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Nicole Tarrant, LCSW
SHARE Clinician
Role at SHARE: Nicole joined the SHARE team in September 2022 and serves as a clinician at the center. Her focus is on providing direct services to members of the Yale community, including crisis response via SHARE’s 24/7 on-call service, facilitation for student support groups, advocacy, individual supportive counseling and short-term trauma-focused therapy for experiences of sexual misconduct.
Background: Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Development and Family Studies at The University of Connecticut and a Master of Social Work degree at Fordham University. She has several years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and families in a variety of settings, including the home environment, residential placements, hospital and outpatient settings, where she provided therapeutic strategies and crisis intervention.
Nicole strives to engage clients in a collaborative, individualized and fulfilling treatment process. Nicole is passionate about acting as an advocate and role model to her clients, while utilizing a positive attitude, motivational skills, and excellent communication to establish rapport and develop a therapeutic relationship. She incorporates a multi-model approach to include the use of CBT, DBT and a strengths-based perspective. Nicole has completed Basic Training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based treatment for trauma.
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Sabrina Saint Juste, LMSW
SHARE Clinician and Prevention Education Specialist
Role at SHARE: Sabrina joined the SHARE team in September 2023 and serves as a counselor at the center. Her focus is on providing direct services to members of the Yale community, including crisis response via SHARE’s 24/7 on-call service, facilitation for student support groups, advocacy, individual supportive counseling and short-term trauma-focused therapy for experiences of sexual misconduct.
Background: Sabrina is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus in Women and Gender Studies and Psychology from Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU). She then continued her education at SCSU and obtained her Master’s Degree in Social Work, specializing in working with children and families.
Prior to coming to Yale, Sabrina worked as a Certified Domestic & Sexual Violence Counselor in the nonprofit sector. She also has 5 years of experience providing educational programming at SCSU’s Violence Prevention, Victim Advocacy and Support Center.
In regard to her clinical approach, Sabrina believes in working from a trauma-focused lens by building rapport and creating safe spaces for clients to be their authentic selves. Her goal is to work collaboratively with clients on their journey to healing by providing empathy, validation, and active listening along the way. She also utilizes tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Sabrina is a very bubbly person and looks forward to meeting you!
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Becca Geiger Wallen, LMSW
SHARE Clinician and Prevention Specialist
Role at SHARE: Becca joined the SHARE team in March 2025 and serves a counselor and prevention specialist. Becca provides direct services to members of the Yale community, including crisis response via SHARE’s 24/7 on-call service, facilitation for student support groups, advocacy, individual supportive counseling and short-term trauma-focused therapy for experiences of sexual misconduct. Additionally, Becca spearheads the prevention education initiatives of the SHARE office, with a focus on programs for faculty, staff, and graduate and professional students.
Background: Becca is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology with minors in History and Women’s Studies from PennWest California (formerly California University of Pennsylvania). She received her Master of Social Work and Graduate Certificate in Women and Gender Studies from the University of South Carolina.
Becca has worked in sexual and gender-based violence prevention for ten years, starting at Pathways to Healing (formally Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands) in Columbia, South Carolina implementing their Youth Violence Prevention (YVP) Curriculum in local high schools and middle schools to promote healthy relationships, boundaries, and communication. From there, her career focused on violence prevention at the university level, with positions at Eastern Kentucky University, Bucknell University, and most recently, Penn State University as the Associate Director of the Relationship Violence Outreach, Intervention, and Community Education (R-VOICE) Center. As the Associate Director she served as the subject matter expert on power-based personal violence and concerns of prevention, education, and survivor advocacy. Additionally, she provided emotional support, advocacy, crisis counseling, and resource referrals for students experiencing a variety of interpersonal concerns, including serving as an advisor throughout a university administrative and/or Title IX process.
In terms of her clinical work, she integrates a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to develop a supportive, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for healing, while also emphasizing resilience and the strength of the client she is working with. She works collaboratively with clients to develop an empowering treatment style pulling from multiple different modalities. For her prevention work, Becca implements extensive innovative programming, outreach, and education on sexual violence, relationship violence, stalking, harassment, bystander intervention and other campus climate issues which are theory-driven and evidenced-based. Becca takes a wholistic approach to prevention education within the university community, developing interventions across the socioecological model, incorporating often overlooked, but integral populations to developing sustainable violence prevention initiatives and solutions.
Becca lives with her husband and son along with their menagerie of animals, Jade, a basenji-mix dog, Granby, an energetic corgi pup, and a friendly kitty named Rey. In her free time, she looks forward to exploring the greater New Haven area, as well as thrift shopping, gaming, and listening to the music of Bruce Springsteen.
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