About Us
Madeline Colon

My name is Madeline Colon and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at the Counseling
Center. I am excited to work at the Counseling Center to provide you with support
as you navigate your academic and personal growth. As a first generation Latina college
student, I received my Bachelor of Social Work from Rutgers University in New Jersey
and shortly after moved to Hawaii so I could pursue my dream of living on a tropical
island and surfing. I eventually attended the University of Hawaii for my Masters
in Social Work where I began my passion for counseling college students. I believe
in a wellness model derived from my time in Hawaii to support students to achieve
optimal physical and mental health. My counseling approach is client centered, strength
focused and a nonjudgmental approach. I enjoy working alongside a diverse student
population to foster multiculturalism that respects a client's cultural identity as
well as their individual characteristics. My integrated approach to counseling is
derived with influences from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment
Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused therapy and mindfulness. I am also trained in Cognitive
Processing Therapy for Trauma. I look forward to working with you to achieve your
goals!
Clinical Interests: My professional interests include anxiety and depression, suicide prevention, psychotic disorders, health and wellness.
Languages: Fluent in English and Spanish.
Approach to Supervision/Training: Integrative Developmental supervision style
Affiliation/roles: Lead organizer for the Campus Connect Suicide Prevention Trainings; Member of the National Association of Social Workers