Student Counseling Center - Center City
Contact
33 S. Ninth Street
Suite 230
Philadelphia, PA 19107
- 215-503-2817
- 215-503-5867 (fax)
Help Hotline
Meet the Staff
The Student Counseling Center staff are located at 33 S. Ninth Street, Suite 230 (Second Floor), Philadelphia, PA 19107.
Contact Information for SCC Staff
SCC Front Desk: 215-503-2817 | SCC Fax: 215-503-5867
James Hagenbaugh, PsyD
Director, Student Counseling Center
Staff Psychologist & Clinical Coordinator
Clinical Associate Professor, SKMC Department of Psychiatry & Human Behavior
Jamie (He/Him), is a Psy.D., licensed psychologist, certified threat manager, and Clinical Associate Professor. He has been working at the Student Counseling Center since 2016 and became the Director in 2023. He received his undergraduate degree in communications from the State University of New York at Oswego. Then obtained his Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology and Human Behavior along with his doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in psychological assessment from Chestnut Hill College.
Jamie has worked in collegiate mental health for over 15 years. Prior to his work at Thomas Jefferson University, Jamie was a college counseling center director at Immaculata University. He is interested in Threat Assessment, The impact of Shame on individuals, and psychodynamic therapy.
When Jamie is not working, he enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, watching baseball, or cooking.
Grace Kinkler, LCSW
Staff Counselor
Grace Kinkler (she, her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has worked at the SCC since January 2025. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a minor in International Affairs from Northeastern University and a Master of Social Work degree from University of Pennsylvania. Grace feels honored to be able to collaborate with the students at Jefferson to work toward their wellness goals.
Grace has experience working in community settings with children, teens, adults, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. She employs a holistic, client-centered, strengths-based, and relational approach to her work--assisting clients in tapping into their innate wisdom and goodness. She is currently enrolled in Gestalt Therapy Institute of Philadelphia’s three-year training program and has past training in Contextual Family therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
When she is not working with students at the SCC, Grace loves hobbies! Some of these include arts and crafts, leisurely bike rides, playing field hockey, and hanging with her very cool cats, Wilbur and Little Louis. She looks forward to working with you.
Samantha Ruiz, LCSW
Staff Counselor
Samantha believes therapy is a safe nonjudgmental space to share your story. In our work together, we will create a trusting relationship where you can feel heard and supported while exploring your feelings and experiences. Her focus is to reflect on your experiences, develop coping skills to manage stressors, and gain insight to assist in the healing process. Her approach to therapy is relational, as well as using solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and mindfulness, while maintaining a culturally appropriate lens.
Samantha's focus areas include, but are not limited to: Anxiety; Depression; ADHD; Trauma; LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Destiny Reyes
Administrative Assistant
Destiny (she/her) is the Administrative Assistant for the Center City Student Counseling Center. Before joining Jefferson she worked as a personal assistant to several surgeons ensuring patients get the utmost care.
As the warm voice on the department phone line, Destiny helps to connect students with counselors and is available to answer any questions you might have about our services.
Outside of the office Destiny loves traveling and can often be found with a camera and coffee in hand.