Nathaniel Gordon

Pronouns: he/him/his

Credentials

M.A., Clinical Mental Health Counselor in training, Antioch University New England, certified SMART Recovery facilitator  

B.A., Psychology, with a minor in Rehabilitation Services, University of Maine at Farmington, 2022  

Member of the American Counselors Association, American Psychological Association, New Hampshire Psychological Association  

Biography

Nathaniel recently joined the PSU Counseling Center as a current practicum and future internship student. He grew up traveling throughout New England and loves exploring new areas and building new social connections. In the past, Nathaniel has worked as an audio technician and a media services IT professional. He currently serves as the assistant director of Antioch University New England’s Writing Center. Nathaniel has a growing interest in wilderness therapy, along with substance use treatment and narrative based approaches.  

Counseling Approach and Areas of Specialization

Nathaniel strongly believes in a person-centered orientation towards therapy and that building a strong therapeutic bond is key to the success of counseling. Using cognitive behavioral therapy as a foundation, Nathaniel strives to create a unique, strength-based approach with each client to help them to take charge over their own story and enact the change they want to feel in their own life. 

Interests

Nathaniel enjoys wandering aimlessly through the woods, attending live music events, and cooking copious amounts of food with his cat.